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Passionate about the value of group work
Facilitator of Personal Development Courses
and therapeutic 3-day Retreats
Founder of Loughrea Youth Theatre

21/11/2025

𝘈 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘴𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘯 𝘮𝘺 𝘸𝘦𝘣𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘦 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘚𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘮𝘦 🌱

If you receive my newsletter, you’ll have seen that I’ve added a whole new section to my website with more information on 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗺𝗲 — what it will include, the themes we’ll explore, and how it can support you. The programme is designed to meet you where you are and walk with you in both gentle and challenging seasons.

My hope is that this updated space gives you a clearer sense of how the programme can support you, and what it might feel like to be held within this community.

If you don’t currently receive my newsletter but would like to, you can add your email in my stories today. 📮

Curious about the different topics you see written on the branches of my logo? Read about it here:
paulashort.net/support-programme/

𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘚𝘶𝘱𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵 𝘗𝘳𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘮𝘦 𝘪𝘴 𝘭𝘢𝘶𝘯𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘯 𝘑𝘢𝘯𝘶𝘢𝘳𝘺 2026 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘤𝘰𝘴𝘵 €30/𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘩. 𝘠𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘳𝘦𝘨𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘰𝘯 𝘮𝘺 𝘸𝘦𝘣𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘦.

19/11/2025

It was a privilege to spend this past weekend with ten precious humans — each carrying tender losses and willing to share them with such openness.

Thank you for the courage and presence each of you brought as we talked, explored, created, and held space for one another.

These are the beautiful surroundings at Cartron House, where the Wombtwin Retreat was held — a beautiful, quiet place for such meaningful work.

13/11/2025

The Support Programme is a space to explore all parts of our mental wellbeing. From caring for your mind and body, to creativity and play, to navigating loss, it’s a place to reflect, grow, and feel supported every step of the way. These are just some of the subjects that will be covered in the Support Programme.

𝑾𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒅𝒔 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒐𝒑𝒊𝒄𝒔 𝒘𝒐𝒖𝒍𝒅 𝒃𝒆 𝒉𝒆𝒍𝒑𝒇𝒖𝒍 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒚𝒐𝒖?

11/11/2025

I’m looking forward to this weekend’s 𝘞𝘰𝘮𝘣𝘵𝘸𝘪𝘯 𝘙𝘦𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵. A weekend of gathering, listening, feeling, and honouring stories held deep.

At each retreat, I am moved by the care and gentleness people bring with them — the way they hold space so beautifully for themselves and for each other.

It’s a precious few days of connection and care, and I feel deeply honoured to witness it. ✨

If you are curious about what a retreat involves, this blogpost might interest you:
https://paulashort.net/what-is-a-retreat-really-like/

07/11/2025

Over the years, I’ve often heard people speak about how much they miss the sense of connection that forms during group work after a group finishes.

This made we want to create a space where that sense of connection doesn’t have to end — where people can continue feeling held and supported as they stay committed to their own growth.

In this short video, I talk a little more about that, and about how ongoing support can make such a difference in our personal work.

It’s not about strict accountability — it’s about knowing someone cares about your growth with you, that you’re not walking alone. 🌱🌿

You can find out more or register your interest at www.paulashort.net

05/11/2025

A few people have asked me how much the Support Programme will cost each month. It’s €30 — roughly the price of a coffee and pastry a week. ☕️ 🥐

For the same small treat, you’ll be cared for in a different way: through ongoing connection, creative exploration, and gentle encouragement to stay close to yourself and your growth. You’ll have access to materials, resources, and guidance designed to support your mental, emotional, and even physical well-being. ✨

I’m so excited that this programme could be an accessible way for most people to receive a little extra support for themselves.

The programme begins January 2026.
You can register your interest at www.paulashort.net

03/11/2025

𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐎𝐧𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬-𝐢𝐧-𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠

Join me THIS EVENING for a free online workshop on the subject of 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐛𝐭𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐬 — a powerful and essential topic for therapists and those currently in training.

31/10/2025

The new Support Programme is designed to include anyone with a desire to know themselves better — no matter your background, experience, or starting point.

Whether you’re completely new to this kind of work, have spent years in therapy, or support others in their own growth, this space will meet you where you are.

There’s room here for different experiences, beliefs, and paces.
There’s lots of support, and lots of freedom.

If you’ve been curious about whether this could be for you, this post might offer some clarity.

You can register your interest at www.paulashort.net

29/10/2025

You may have seen the new dates for the next Expressive Arts Retreat — 11–13 April 2026. 🌿

If you’re wondering whether this retreat might be for you, take a look at the feedback from past participants in this post. It gives a sense of the experiences, connections, and personal insights that can emerge over three days of creative self-exploration.

For more feedback and information, you can visit www.paulashort.net/services/self-exploration-through-expressive-arts.

Spaces are limited, and booking is now open. 💌

24/10/2025

𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐫𝐬! 🗓️
𝘕𝘦𝘸 𝘳𝘦𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘦 🎨✨

Three days dedicated to creative self-exploration and personal growth — explored together in a supportive group through expressive, creative work. Held within the peaceful surroundings of Cartron House in the West of Ireland.

You don’t need any artistic skill — only a willingness to be open, curious, and part of the group process. The process can be powerful, healing, and fun!

📍 Cartron House, Co. Galway
📆 11-13 April 2026
💌 If you’d like a place or more information, please comment below or email me: paulashort@me.com

More info: www.paulashort.net/services/self-exploration-through-expressive-arts

21/10/2025

As promised, I’m so 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞 and what’s been taking shape behind the scenes. 🌿

It’s a space designed to help you stay connected to yourself and your growth, exploring key concepts around mental health and wellbeing.

While this isn’t a replacement for 1‑1 therapy, it is deeply supportive and can feel profoundly therapeutic. There’s lots of support — and lots of freedom — with invitations to go at your own pace, exploring alongside others on a similar journey.

I’d love to hear your thoughts or questions — please share them below. You can 𝐫𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 at www.paulashort.net.

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