Wellness
There’s more to it than you might think.
Theres a reason why the hashtag#journalinghas racked up over 2.8 billion views on TikTok.
There aresomany benefits to be had and just as many ways to do it.
And like allself-care tools, the more you do it, the better youll feel.
She recommends journaling a few times a week, whenever feels right.
But if you want to do it every day, or a little less often, thats fine too.
An important thing to note?
Dont let the fear of doing it wrong hold you back from getting started.
We often have an expectation of what journaling should look like, Hoeper says.
If you still arent sure how to get started with the popular wellness practice, give free-writing a try.
Ready to give it a go?
Here are all the benefits of journaling, as explained by the pros.
But after you meet with them, you tend to feel happy and connected.
These themes help you connect the dots.
Journaling is very reflective by nature, Hoeper adds.
Its Very Grounding
Theres something verygroundingabout the practice of sitting down and writing.
We get to decide how we show up and that is empowering.
This is why people are often protective of their journals or diaries.
That way you could really let loose and reap the most benefits.
Of course, journaling is also a great way to record and recall all your greatest memories.
By letting yourself play, it brings out your artistic, playful, freer side, she tells Bustle.
The actual act of journaling can be part of the creative process, too.
This is yet another way for you to express yourself creatively, says Bhanote.
Its A Form Of Self-Care
If nothing else, think ofjournaling as a form of self-care, Browne says.
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The benefits of expressive writing on sleep difficulty and appearance concerns for college women.Psychol Health.
2018.Does gratitude writing improve the mental health of psychotherapy clients?
Evidence from a randomized controlled trial.
