Life is so busy and thinking about starting a journal can seem overwhelming. However, if you just take it one step at a time and try to jot down one or two things that you have on your mind, it may help create a space in your mind to share experiences, thoughts, or feelings. Start by trying to journal just one to three times a week, first thing in the morning or before sleeping. The power of creating healthy habits like this may help control certain aspects of your life.
You may just reap these 10 benefits:
1. Stretching your IQ
2. Evoking mindfulness
3. Achieving goals
4. Emotional intelligence
5. Boosting memory and comprehension
6. Strengthen your self-discipline
7. Improve communication skills
8. Reduce stress and anxiety
9. Spark your creativity and inspiration
10. Self-confidence
Different journal styles: gratitude journal, dream journal, food journal, sketch, day’s events, fitness journal, to-do lists, and cooking journals.
References:
https://thrive.kaiserpermanente.org/thrive-together/live-well/everyone-keep-journal-7-surprising-benefitshttps://www.holstee.com/blogs/mindful-matter/76478533-why-keeping-a-daily-journal-could-change-your-life
