I've been journal-phobic for most of my life. Writing seemed like something that wasn't for me - almost a bit too self indulgent.

But I've been practising journalling, since finding SO MUCH scientific research that supports it for managing mood, lowering blood pressure, and even helping prevent criminal re-offending.

In today's episodes, I give my top six tips for getting started, and all the reasons why it's SO good for you!

  

Honorable Mentions (if you can't access these links, try using the Apple Podcasts or Overcast apps)

Five Minute Gratitude Journal from Intelligent Change

Own Your Awesome cards by Your Joyologist

Moondeck cards by Aarona Lea

Inner Compass cards

Smyth et al, on how journalling might help reduced symptoms of anxiety and increase mental wellbeing

Redwine et al, on journalling amongst those with heart failure

Proctor et al, on effect of journalling on criminal recidivism rates

 

 

Workbook on Self-Talk- FREE!  

Workbook on Building Rituals - FREE!

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