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About this event
"In mental health, we speak about holding space for each other. Writing perpetually holds that space for me. When I share my words and others read and resonate, I share this space with them."
- Jenny Faith Koh
Learn how writing can be a tool that holds space for you. Writer, artist and mental health advocate Jenny Faith Koh @jennyfaith shares how she journals with vulnerability. This workshop offers guidance to express your thoughts and emotions authentically on paper (or text document) and to experience catharsis through writing.
It is an opportunity for your writing to be “seen” and your voice to be “heard” by yourself, and fellow journallers through guided sharing.
Sharing is encouraged but not compulsory.
Jenny Faith will be reading an excerpt of her story “Triple-Guarded Windows”, which was first presented at the Singapore Writers' Festival 2020, and sharing the inspiration behind it.
A flavoured caffeine-free tea will be provided during this intimate writing experience.
This workshop is for ages 16 and up. Participant discretion is advised as mature themes may be discussed.
Date and Time:
Sunday 23 Jan or Friday 28 Jan 2022
Event starts at 6.30pm
Duration: 60-90min, depending on the number of participants
Location:
Paperwork Singapore, National Design Centre #03-01
Pricing:
Early Bird - $25 per pax (use promo code EARLYBIRD when checking out by end of 16 Jan)
General Admission - $30 per pax
Capped at 10 pax per session. Minimum 3 pax to start. You’ll be fully refunded if there are fewer than 3 pax.
No refunds will be made for cancellations.
𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲:
An introduction to how writing can be a tool that holds space for you
A reading of an excerpt from “Triple-Guarded Windows”
Heart and mind preparation
Writing prompts
Live journalling
Group sharing and encouragement from fellow journallers
A note to yourself
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴:
Your favourite writing tools: A laptop, mobile phone or a blank journal with stationery
Excitement to learn more about yourself through writing
An open heart ♥
Please note:
The workshop will be conducted in English.
Photography, videography and audio recordings during group sharing are not allowed.
Please note that this workshop is not a replacement for counselling sessions, therapy sessions, or professional mental health care and medical care.
Image credit: Iqbal Nuril Anwar
Organiser Paperwork Singapore
Organiser of Writing, a space perpetually held for you
Welcome to Paperwork, Asia’s creative coworking space. We offer customized working experiences to provide you with opportunities for innovation and creative collaborations.
In strategic locations around Asia, Paperwork has creative coworking spaces in Bangkok, the Philippines and in Singapore. We connect our communities to develop a web of collaborative networks to better provide opportunities and bespoke skillsets. The co-creation spaces are equipped with sample material and references from accredited suppliers, convenient access is provided to designers and creative professionals. The spaces also serve as versatile venues for events, meetings and exhibits.