Academic Retreat: Writing and the Zurich Resource Model (ZRM)
Anyone engaged in extensive academic writing – whether preparing conference presentations, scientific publications, or working on a doctoral thesis – is familiar with these phases: the core idea is established, yet the page remains blank. Frequently, we find ourselves writing against an invisible resistance, constrained by perfectionism or the pressure to deliver immediate results.
When the mind is saturated but the words do not flow, two factors are usually essential: a change of scenery and the appropriate methodology. It is precisely for this reason that we have developed a unique format for our upcoming November retreat: a dedicated writing retreat integrated with the Zurich Resource Model (ZRM).
The objective is to enable participants to conclude the retreat feeling inspired, possessing a positive mindset, maintaining high motivation, and equipped with a structured plan for the coming months to maximize productivity before the end of the calendar year.
The ZRM is a scientifically validated method that serves as a psychological catalyst during this retreat. By combining targeted resource management with practical writing sessions, we address cognitive blocks at their core and activate subconscious potential. In this way, the ZRM functions as a highly effective accelerator for your individual writing projects.
Academic Retreat: Writing and ZRM
Registration Deadline: October 19, 2026
Dates & Time: November 2 (commencing at 10:00 AM) to November 3 (concluding at 4:30 PM)
Venue: Seminarhaus Krone, Schenkenzell
The retreat is organized by the Graduate Academy of the HSO. The workshop will be facilitated by Anja Ruhland (certified ZRM trainer) and Dr. Carmen Kuhn (writing consultant). Please note that the workshop language is German. For further inquiries, please contact Dr. Carmen Kuhn.
This workshop is not open to the general public; it is exclusively designed for all members of the Graduate Academy, including doctoral candidates and prospective doctoral students at the HSO. Doctoral candidates from our partner institution, the HfWU, are equally welcome to attend. As the retreat involves intensive work in small groups, places are strictly limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Accommodation, workshop participation, and catering are free of charge for all participants. Travel expenses can be reimbursed for HSO members; affiliates of the HfWU are kindly requested to clarify travel expense coverage with their respective institution.