The Power of Journaling

At 9 years old, I started journaling. As I grew older, I found it therapeutic to write down my highs and lows. Periodically, I would review what I had written. As I re-read those entries, I started to see patterns. I noticed certain people were not a positive influence in my life by their consistent mistreatment of people. Their actions and their patterns spoke volumes.

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In college, I was too busy to keep journaling. Hindsight, I wish I had made time to do it. If I did, I would have recognized inconsistencies and toxic people much sooner. When I didn't journal, I noticed I tended to downplay what really happened, keeping me stuck in an unhealthy relationship much longer than needed.
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I can't say this enough. Journaling is a powerful tool. It is helpful in many, different ways. While most of us may think of journaling as a way to keep track of what's happening in our personal lives, it can also be helpful in other, specific ways.
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For example, let's say you want to lose weight. Keep a weight loss journal. Write down details of your food intake and exercises. Nowadays, this is done through diet tracking apps, like My Fitness Pal. These journals or tracking devices can help you be honest with yourself of your caloric intake and energy expenditure. As you review the raw data, you'll understand what is keeping you from obtaining your goal weight and adjust accordingly. I've done this before, and it does work!
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Another example is to keep a gratitude journal. Every day write down at least one thing you're thankful for. Try not to repeat your gratitude. This will encourage your brain to look for positive things throughout your day. I recently started doing this. In a short time, I noticed a more positive outlook on my life. Give it a try.
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What are some ways you use a journal? Comment below.
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