Jon Bickley

Meditation and writing poetry offer a wealth of benefits for older adults, significantly enhancing their mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Meditation helps reduce stress, anxiety, and depression by promoting relaxation and mindfulness, which can lead to a more positive outlook on life. It also improves cognitive functions such as memory, attention, and problem-solving skills, which are crucial for maintaining mental sharpness as we age. Additionally, meditation can lower blood pressure, improve sleep quality, and reduce chronic pain, contributing to overall physical health. Writing poetry, on the other hand, provides a powerful creative outlet for expressing emotions, thoughts, and experiences. This creative process can foster a sense of purpose and accomplishment, which is particularly meaningful in later life. Engaging in poetry writing stimulates cognitive functions, helping to maintain memory and critical thinking skills. It also encourages social interaction, whether through sharing poems in groups or participating in workshops, which can reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness. Together, these practices enrich the lives of older adults by promoting mindfulness, creativity, emotional resilience, and social connection.

As a result of a grant from Buckinghamshire Council we are able to offer this workshop free of charge to the over 60s in Buckinghamshire. Workshops will be held at 2pm on the last Friday of each month starting September 27th 2024.

The workshops will be held at the White Hill Centre in Chesham. HP5 1AG

Groups will be limited to 12 and priority will be given to those who have not been before. To reserve your place write to mindfulversesworkshop@gmail.com