Soothe, Explore, Restore with Willow Hopkins

A trio of workshops with Willow’s Wisdom 333 to navigate anxieties with self-soothing practices, instilling self-regulation, self-assurance, and intentional living.

There’s three workshops to choose from. Choose one, two, or all three – the choice is yours! 

– Soothe (Soften/Calming/Grounding): This 6 week workshop involves learning techniques to calm and regulate the nervous system, reduce stress, and manage intense emotions when feeling overwhelmed. Techniques include breathing exercises, grounding, self-compassion, and creating a sense of inner safety.  
 
– Explore (Curiosity/Processing/Self-Assurance): This 6 week workshop involves noticing, recognising, and understanding emotions in a steady, non-judgmental way. By focusing on understanding thoughts, feelings, and behaviours that are driving distress. Exploration through writing prompts and self expression, as a catalyst for self-assurance. No previous writing experience is required, as you will be guided gently to discover your own writing style.  
 
– Restore (Nourishing, Harmonious, Renewal): Set once a month over 5 months from September 2026 to January 2027, this seasonal intentional living workshop restores a sense of balance, initiative, and well-being after a period of stress or trauma. Reconnecting with oneself and nature. Embracing the value of flowing with the turning seasons. Seeking new ways to enjoy life during the colder months, learning how valuable inclement weather is to us as human beings.  
 
Location: Choose to take place in-person at Oswestry Senior Citizen’s Club, or from the comfort of your own home via Zoom.

Dates & Timings:

• – “Soothe” Navigating Anxiety:  Starting Tuesday, 2nd June, 1pm-2.15pm (online) / Thursday, 4th June, 10:30am-12:30pm (in-person) for six weeks
• – “Explore” Creative Writing for Self Expression & Wellbeing: Starting Tuesday, 28th July, 1pm-2.15pm (online) / Thursday, 30th July, 10.30am-12.30pm (in-person) for six weeks
• – “Restore” The Value of Nature five monthly sessions starting Tuesday, 15th September, 1pm-2.15pm (online) / Thursday, 17th September, 11am-12:30pm (in-person)

Booking Information: Please email [email protected] for more details.

Other Information:

The Oswestry Senior Citizens Club is centrally located, making it accessible via local town bus services. Key bus links include the 400, 402, 403, 404, and 406 town services operated by Tanat Valley Coaches. The club is within walking distance of the main town centre bus stops where these routes converge. Castle Street bus stop being the closest.

Local Town Services: Routes 400-406 provide coverage within Oswestry, allowing for easy access to the central location.

Regional Connections: The X76 service (hourly Mon-Sat) links nearby areas like Pant and Llynclys to Oswestry.

Oswestry Community Action (formerly Qube) provide Community Transport options.

Oswestry Senior Citizens Club Facilities: 

Wheelchair access, toilets, free-onsite parking, kitchen, free hot drinks provided by group facilitator.

For more information, please email [email protected] or call 07565 713692.

This session is delivered as part of the Lingen Davies Wellbeing Programme a free to access service for people in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, and Mid Wales affected by cancer.

Image Credit: Photo by Grum