Journaling is the practice of writing down your thoughts and feelings regularly. A journal is a private space to express yourself without judgment. You can use it to record and reflect on your experiences, both good and bad. The best part is that journaling is simple, inexpensive, and can easily be modified to fit your needs and goals. And while journaling can’t replace mental health treatment from a qualified professional, it can be a useful addition or way to accelerate your healing or personal growth.

Let’s take a look at how journaling can aid mental health and then I’ll share some tips for getting started.

Regular journaling can provide numerous mental health benefits including the following.

To begin, choose a medium for journaling. I prefer a notebook and a good quality........

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