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Mental Wellbeing · Jan 26, 2023

Do therapists recommend journaling?

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Top Answer: Many therapists recommend to their patients to start journaling, or to continue journaling if it was a practice they had in the past. This is, of course, if the therapist and the patient feel it would benefit the patient and their therapy. Journal...

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Mental Wellbeing · Jan 26, 2023

Is journaling better than therapy?

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Top Answer: Journaling is a great practice to supplement therapy, but it is not a substitution to therapy. Many therapists suggest to their patients to start journaling if it is something that they believe they will benefit from. They also provide guidelines and...

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Mental Wellbeing · Jan 24, 2023

How do I start a self improvement journal?

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Top Answer: The first step is to find a journal that you will enjoy writing in. This can either be with an actual physical journal, or on a device if that is what you prefer, though, I recommend an actual journal of some kind. This is very important, as if you d...

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Mental Wellbeing · Jan 24, 2023

What is the power of journaling?

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Top Answer: Journaling can have many benefits, such as helping to process emotions, better understanding difficult situations and how to handle them, providing a creative outlet, and helping to boost self-confidence and self-esteem. Those are really just a fe...

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Mental Wellbeing · Jan 22, 2023

Can journaling be harmful?

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Top Answer: With all of the benefits that journaling can have, there can also be negative impacts if given too much priority in one's life. Like everything, journaling must be done in moderation, and should be used responsibly. If you spend your time jou...

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Mental Wellbeing · Jan 22, 2023

Which type of journaling is the most beneficial?

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Top Answer: The type of journaling that is most beneficial to you really depends on you and what you are trying to get out of journaling, and the reason you are journaling. One popular type of journaling that can have many benefits is gratitude journaling, it...

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Mental Wellbeing · Jan 8, 2023

Is journaling good for people with ADHD?

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Top Answer: ADHD can make it difficult for people to navigate through their thoughts and emotions. Journaling can help slow things down for them and allow them to focus better on these things. Journaling causes your mind to slow down, which can allow you to c...

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Mental Wellbeing · Jan 1, 2023

Do people still use journals?

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Top Answer: Yes, many people still use journals as a way to document their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Even though many think of it as being something of the past, many people still use it as a way to better understand themselves, their thoughts, feelin...

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Mental Wellbeing · Jan 1, 2023

Are people who journal happier?

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Top Answer: There is some evidence to suggest that journaling can have a positive impact on a person's mental health and well-being. Studies have found that journaling can help reduce stress and anxiety, improve mood, and enhance self-esteem. It can also be...

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Mental Wellbeing · Jan 1, 2023

Do morning pages have to be handwritten?

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Top Answer: There is no hard and fast rule about whether morning pages have to be handwritten or typed. Some people find that the physical act of writing by hand helps them to feel more connected to the process and to their thoughts, while others prefer the conv...

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