Journal Writing Tips
Journal writing can be a very reflective and fun activity if you completely invest yourself. Through reflection, one can learn about themselves, others and the world around them. It can be a great tool to refer back onto as your mind, opinions and thoughts change overtime. Have fun and take a few moments to capture the smallest or most live changing moments of your life. Here are some tips and strategies that you may find helpful.
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Schedule time into your day to reflect and journal
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Write in a place where you can relax and feel comfortable
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Drink tea or listen to music to set the tone as you reflect
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Use a ‘special’ journal writing pen
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If you are struggling to start your journal entry use some writing prompts such as:
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Start with a quote
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Write about the first thing that comes to your mind
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Choose a very specific topic
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Draw a small picture then describe it
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Be honest — this journal is for your eyes only
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Be sure to write from both your ‘brain’ and your ‘heart’ - write about what you ‘think’ and what you ‘feel’
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Do not be afraid to ask yourself questions in your journal and then leave them unanswered
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Revisit your journal at a later date to see if you thoughts, values or opinions have changed
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Write as little or as much as you won’t — don’t limit or set page requirements