Reflection

Can’t get it right first time? Take heart…

Here’s something I hear regularly at the beginning of any writing group I’m running: “When I try to write, it all comes out wrong. I can’t do it!” If that’s how you feel, please take heart. Your frustration is actually an encouraging sign.   I’m currently working on an article. I’m on my seventh or …

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Spot The Difference: running writing groups for people who have dementia, and for people who don’t.

What do you think might be the biggest difference between a writing group for people with a diagnosis of dementia, and a writing group for people who don’t have dementia? In my experience working across both types of groups, I have found that the major difference between the two comes down to one thing: public …

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