What is journaling?

Journaling is simply expressing your emotions and thoughts through writing. It is an ancient practice that has been practiced for centuries. It is a therapeutic release of emotions. Journaling is often recommended by mental health and wellness professionals because of its effects to help you recenter and release built-up emotions. It is an excellent technique if you struggle with overwhelming stress, anxiety, and depression. It can help you gain control over your mental health. Below are three journaling strategies to help you maintain emotional and mental balance. 

1. Traditional journaling

The most common form of journaling is classic traditional journaling. It is the form of journaling where you write what comes to mind. There is no structure and no limitations to this style of journaling. Typically it is done in a dedicated notebook. You could always structure the journal according to your desires. You could dedicate it to expressing gratitude, summarizing the day, or simply writing when you need to express your emotions. This is a great way to deal with overwhelming emotions. Don’t be afraid to let it all out. All you need is your favorite notebook and a pen.

2. Guided journaling

If you are a beginner or simply looking for a more structured form of journaling, then guided journaling may be for you. Guided journaling typically begins with a prompt that guides you toward a deeper connection to yourself and a deeper level of thinking. These prompts will usually be deep questions that require you to explore yourself internally and are intended to bring things to the surface that you may not be aware of. This is a great place to start because it allows you to explore yourself more profoundly and encourages intentional change. 

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3. Voice journaling

Voice journaling is a technique I’ve used for many years. It is my favorite way to release unwanted emotions and explore my thoughts. It has been an essential part of my journey. I love this form of journaling because it provides excellent perspective shifts and insight into how fast we grow. I love to go back to recordings I had made years ago, examine my emotional structure and mindset, and listen to myself speak. You’d be amazed at how much things have changed in a few years. This technique is perfect for you if you are constantly talking to yourself. 

I also love this method because it is the easiest and requires the least amount of tools. All you need is a smartphone. Your phone should already come equipt with a recording app, whether you are an iPhone or android user. The app on iPhone is called voice memos, and on android, it is called Voice recorder. If you do not have access to the apps, there are tons of downloadable apps that will work fine. Open your phone’s app store and search for a voice recorder. 

Once the apps are in order, open them up and start recording. This is another form of journaling with no structure; you allow whatever you feel to flow freely. This is great if you are a creative and intentional being. Not only will it help you maintain a healthy emotional mindset, but there is so much you can do with these recordings. Sometimes I use them as inspirational messages; you can even turn them into podcasts. This is a great way to get creative with your emotions and also inspire others while doing it.

Benefits of journaling.

• Great way to work towards achieving goals 
• Manage stress and emotions
• Improves mindfulness
• Improves self-awareness
• Helps shift perspective
• Improves memory
• Regulates well-being and mental health
• Helps with self-discovery
• And so much more

Journaling is a fantastic technique for intentional personal development. Choose the form that is best for you and your lifestyle. Some tips to remember are:

1. Designate a time to journal 
2. Stay consistent
3. Release as much as possible 
4. Revisit past entries 
5. Keep it sacred

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