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» A study revealed that expressive writing has been shown to improve emotional and physiological health.
Journaling also can reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, as well as improve our sleep and performance, according to Harvard Business Review.
Recording artist, actress, and producer Moriah Peters Smallbone says that success is “not so much about talent as it is the ability to persevere and be the last one standing.” One of her secrets to perseverance in her creativity is committing to journaling every morning. “Songs come from the joy and confusion” she writes about every day.
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» Winning Words
I create structure in my life so I can be wild and creative within … I do three morning pages every day.
– MORIAH PETERS SMALLBONE
A journal can offer you a place to be someone, anyone, who you want to be.
– BRIAN LEDGER
Journals contain ten categories of life patterns: longing; fear; mastery; intentional silences; key influences; hidden lessons; secret gifts; challenges; unfinished business; untapped potential. Each category corresponds to a way we engage or hold back in life.
– ALEXANDRA JOHNSON
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» 3 Key Plays
1. Choose a time of day when you can consistently get away without distractions to write down your thoughts. Early morning, noon, or bedtime can be good timeframes to start.
2. Be flexible and forgiving. If you can’t write every day, that’s okay. Many disciplined journal writers don’t write every day, but they “listen” for inspirational moments and seize them on a regular basis. You’ll discover what works best for you.
3. Author, speaker, and founder of Bold Voice Collaborative Deborah Siegel-Acevedo encourages new journal writers to never hold back. “This writing is for you first and foremost. Don’t worry about grammar or spelling. Don’t worry about what anyone else might think or whether it is well written or kind or fair.” Set a timer for ten minutes and keep your hand moving.”
