Journaling Picnic: writing into spring

🌸 Spring Journaling Adventure with Marusha

As much as we love our bookshops, libraries and cozy cafes, there is nothing like journaling in nature! Let's open the season of outdoor writing sessions with a lovely picnic by the lake. Join me for a soul-nourishing afternoon of mindful wandering, grounding and connecting with nature, writing out things that have to be written, flexing that imagination biceps with some creative assignments – all while snacking and gently sun-baking :)

We'll kick off our adventure with a cozy picnic by the pond at Montjuïc, where we'll spread our blankets and let the spring breeze inspire our first words. Whether you're a seasoned journal enthusiast or someone whose last diary entry was "Dear Diary..." in middle school – you're absolutely welcome here.

After we've warmed up our writing muscles (and enjoyed some treats), we'll embark on a spring-inspired conscious walk through the park. No intense hiking, more of a stop-and-smell-the-roses (or whatever happens to be in bloom) kind of stroll. We'll use this time to gather inspiration, practice gratitude, and maybe even find profound meaning in a random butterfly crossing our path (hey, it happens!).

Journaling practices for this gathering will feature some embodiment work (letting your senses guide you) – it's relaxing and inspiring in equal measures.

After the picnic, we may continue with some sundowners at a spectacular viewpoint overlooking Barcelona with the city spread out before us like a story waiting to be told – it's Friday, after all!

What to bring:

- Your journal and favorite pen(s)
- A cozy blanket to sit on
- Snacks and drinks* to share (optional but encouraged – writing evokes wild hunger!
- An open mind and your sense of humor

🍎 Important: BRING A FRUIT that represents you this spring :) Yes, this will be one of our creative assignments.

*Some wine, cheese and other little treats will be provided

No pressure, no judgment, just a lovely afternoon of connecting with yourself and fellow humans while surrounded by spring's finest showing. Come as you are – your winter sweatpants stories are safe with us.

ABOUT THE ORGANIZER

Hi! My name is Marusha, I'm a writer, book writing coach, journaling mentor, creator of the Naked Words writing program, and founder of Barcelona Journaling Festival. I preach the superpower of feel-good writing to everyone. I use journaling for self-therapy and as dynamic meditation. It also works great to boost your creativity and overcome writer's block if you feel stuck or drained.

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