Creativity, working with difficult emotions, changing perception of experiences,

Opening the Heart

Meditation, Reflective Writing & Clay Hearts

A gentle creative wellbeing workshop with Martyna Ganc

Wednesday, 2 December 2026

6:00–8:00 pm

The Isbourne, Cheltenham

£30

What does it mean to open your heart?

In everyday life, we can become so focused on responsibilities, expectations and everything that needs to be done that we forget to pause and notice what is happening within us.

The workshop is also influenced by my personal connection with Sufi practice and the symbolism of the Whirling Heart - an image that has become meaningful in my own journey.

For me, the heart is not something that needs to be forced open. It can be approached gently, through presence, movement, reflection and awareness.

Opening the Heart is an intimate wellbeing workshop offering time to slow down, reconnect with yourself and explore what matters to you.

Through meditation, reflective writing, creative work with clay and gentle conversation, we will create space for self-awareness, intention and connection.

During the workshop, we will explore:

Guided Meditation

We will begin by settling into the space with a gentle guided meditation, bringing attention to the space of our hearts.

This is an invitation for people with broken hearts.

Reflective Writing

Through simple prompts, you will be invited to reflect on your inner world, relationships, experiences and what you may wish to welcome more of into your life.

There is no right or wrong way to write. This is personal reflection rather than something that needs to be shared.

Creating a Clay Heart

You will have the opportunity to create your own small clay heart.

The process is simple and intuitive - a chance to work with your hands, slow down and give a physical form to a personal intention, feeling or message.

Your heart can become a small reminder of something meaningful you would like to carry with you beyond the workshop.

Reflection & Connection

We will finish with a gentle closing ritual and an opportunity to reflect on the experience.

There will be space for conversation and optional sharing, but you will never be required to speak about anything personal.

My signature published (Amazon) journal - each participant will receive a copy of my journal, created as a companion for personal reflection, writing and continued exploration beyond the workshop.

This workshop may be meaningful if you:

• Feel ready to slow down and reconnect with your heart.

• Would like to reflect on what is important to you.

• Want to explore your relationship with yourself and others.

• Are moving through a period of change or a new chapter.

• Enjoy creative and reflective experiences.

• Would simply like an evening away from everyday responsibilities.

No previous experience with meditation, creative work or reflective writing is needed.

You don't need to arrive with a particular intention.

You can simply come as you are.

A space to pause.

A space to reflect.

A space to create.

A space to reconnect.

All materials for the clay activity are included.

Please note: This is a creative wellbeing and self-exploration workshop, not therapy or medical treatment. You remain in control of what you choose to explore and share throughout the session.

I look forward to welcoming you.

Martyna Ganc

Integrative Wellbeing Consultant & Somatic Practitioner

Founder & Editor, M by Martyna Ganc

Wednesday, 2 December 2026

6:00–8:00 pm

The Isbourne, Cheltenham

£25-£30

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