Journaling for Wellness

"JOURNALING IS LIKE WHISPERING TO ONE'S SELF AND LISTENING AT THE SAME TIME."

- MINA MURRAY

Benefits of a Journaling Practice:

• Enhances Self-Reflection
• Boosts Mental Health
• Improves Memory and Comprehension
• Promotes Creativity
• Strengthens Emotional Intelligence

Simple Tips for Journaling:

• 1. Write Regularly: Try to journal at the same time each day to build a habit
• 2. Keep It Private: Knowing your journal is a safe space can free you to express yourself fully.
• 3. Start Small: Don’t feel pressured to write pages; even a few sentences can be meaningful.

Journaling Tips Cont'd

• 4. Ignore Grammar: Focus on your thoughts and feelings rather than spelling and punctuation.
• 5. Use Prompts: If you're stuck, journal prompts can spark ideas or emotions you want to explore.

Types of Prompts:

• I want to...
• Be creative, STRETCH, IMAGINE
• REFLECT ON experiences
• PLAN/LOOK AHEAD
• EXPLORE IDEAS
• VENT/PROCESS