The Benefits of Journaling
Going into a new year for the most part means change for the better, and starting a new journey with a positive mindset. One way to embark on this journey is by journaling.
Journaling is something that has been found effective in people's everyday lives, whether you are just writing down a list or for self expression. However, journaling can be much more useful than you know. It is an introspective practice that allows you to capture your emotions, as well as personal experiences. Writing in a journal can really be helpful when it comes to self development and personal growth.
Reflective writing in a journal is beneficial in many ways. For one it could help with one’s self awareness, and anxiety. By writing your thoughts down in a reflective manner you get to see your progress overtime. As you keep writing and even look back at past journal entries you can see your growth, identify new patterns within yourself, but also find different areas within your life that you might want to improve.
Journaling for the new year can help mold your mind so that as time goes on you stick to whatever goals you have written down. Also anything you write down can help with organizational skills which is a popular new year's resolution as well. By writing these things on paper you are giving yourself a chance to clarify what you actually want in the new year while also setting the right intentions behind it.
Oftentimes journaling can also serve as motivation for someone to get things done. It's always easier for someone to achieve their goals when they are constantly reminded of it. Try imagining crossing something off your list you've always wanted to get done. That good feeling will always come back the more you write things down and make realistic goals.
Conclusion
All in all, journaling can be beneficial for everyone whether you have New Year’s resolution or if you just want to improve different aspects of your life. Journaling is for everyone and can help you foster self resilience and also acts as a tool for your personal development.
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Author Alice Mills Mai is the Director of Centering Wholeness Counseling. A Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York and Ohio and a National Certified Counselor (NCC).
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