Journal for therapy: Reasons to start journaling

We live in a world full of noise and distraction. It can be challenging for us to clear our mind and understand our feelings.

However, journaling is a powerful solution to help us in so many ways.

Studies have shown that journaling is a great and simple way to:

1. Reduce stress

Journaling has the ability to manage stress. By writing down your thoughts, emotions, worries on a paper reduce the emotional burden you carry.

2. Get to know yourself

When you use a pen and a paper to start writing you can be honest and clear with yourself and your emotion in a safe and non-judgemental space.

3. Prioritize your problems

Writing down your problems on paper can help you prioritize them and it can sometimes provide clarity into issues you didn’t see when they remain in your mind.

4. Personal growth

Sometimes we might not even see that we are improving and growing. Writing down notes of your successes, struggles and anything that is happening in your life we allow you to see your growth and where to improve.

5. Be mindful and grateful

A lot of people use journaling to practice mindfulness and gratitude and you can too. Writing down why you’re grateful for can significantly improve your mental health and well-being.

6. Improve your memory

Writing about your life, experiences and thoughts can be a great way to strengthen your memory. Keep a journal as a historical record of your life.

7. Explore your creative side

Having a journal can stimulate new ideas, and concepts. You can keep it simple and minimalist but If you feel like it and want to make journaling a fun and relaxing activity you can also use colors, draw, put stickers, and use washi tape.

You can find plenty of inspiration on instagram with hashtags like #bujocommunity #bulletjournal

8. Set goals and plan

My personal favorite..Journaling is a way for setting and tracking your goals but also a great way to manage your schedule and your “to do list”. Having your goals on paper makes them feel more reachable.

Overall journaling is an amazing tool that has many different benefits. Anyone can start journaling whether you prefer a traditional handwritten journal or a digital platform. 

There are no rules or standards to follow, you can do anything you want.

START TODAY !