[This course] was excellent for re-establishing my writing routine.
— Helsinki University student, 2022
Read More[These sessions] helped me to relax a bit before starting my writing, as well as giving me time for setting goals, then finally, evaluating my progress.
— Helsinki University student, 2022
Read MoreLoved [these sessions]. Sharing and feeling the support of others is helpful.
— Helsinki University student, 2022
Read MoreThese sessions made me feel more positive about writing.
— Helsinki University student, 2022
Read MoreI did not know what to expect but I am really happily surprised. The course helped me a lot to overcome my fears in writing.
— Helsinki University student, 2021
Read MoreThese sessions were so good that they count as cognitive behavioral therapy.
— Helsinki University student, 2021
Read MoreVery effective. Motivating exercises, a good time frame for concentrated writing. New ideas on how to maintain the interest in your project and be productive.
— Helsinki University student, 2021
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I liked the structure. I hope to attend in the future as well. This sort of opportunities should be available for all on a regular basis.
— Helsinki University student, 2021
Read MorePlease keep up your positive spirit. You've somehow managed to identified the EXACT problem goal oriented people face with writing and have the skill set to relax them and bring them to a productive space instead of a obsessive/perfectionist space. This course is truly wonderful.
— Helsinki University student, 2021
Read MoreI really, really got a lot from today’s session — I was so taken with your holistic approach and the empathy and curiosity with which you treated every participant and their writing issues. It was truly inspiring and the stretches and prompts were a great bonus.
— Lucy H.
Read MoreI think Jess is fantastic at facilitating the retreat. She gave some very good tips for writing and I think the way the retreat was ran was very successful.
— Aalto University student, summer 2020
Read MoreHighly recommended! I have attended the online sessions (& the residential events before) and they are extremely effective, no matter your writing project. Use it to keep yourself motivated in the company of others. Jess is professional and has some great techniques to help you along the way. Make yourself a priority in this current chaotic world.
— Nathalie, 2020
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Dear Jess, I never write fiction. I decided early on that non-fiction was my thing, as the very personal side of fiction scared me. But your writing prompts make me write the strangest things, and turns me into other, fictional characters temporarily. I like it! It reminds me of how reading can take you away on unexpected adventures.
— CL
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I loved the structure, breaking down writing goals, and being “forced” to take breaks.
— May 2019 writer
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