Summary

In this third episode of Season 2 of The Truly Soulfully Podcast, host Vania Cotta explores the transformative power of journaling while reminding you that you don’t have to be a writer to journal. She addresses common misconceptions about journaling, emphasising that it is not about perfect writing but rather about creating a safe space for thoughts and emotions. Vania shares her personal experiences with journaling, highlighting its role in providing clarity, healing, and self-awareness. She offers practical tips for effective journaling, including the use of prompts and different formats. She also introduces a technology-based app called VoicePal, which can be used for journaling for those who prefer digital methods. The episode concludes with an encouraging message to embrace journaling as a personal journey.

Takeaways

·      You don't need to be a good writer to journal.

·      Journaling is about creating a safe space for thoughts.

·      It is okay to journal messily.

·      You don't have to journal every day; do it when you can.

·      Journaling can help you process emotions and experiences.

·      There are no strict formats for journaling; be creative.

·      Use prompts to kickstart your journaling practice.

·      Technology can aid in journaling with apps like VoicePal.

·      Your journal is for you, not for anyone else.

·      Let your thoughts flow without worrying about perfection.

Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:33 The Essence of Journaling

03:18 The Myths about Journaling

05:14 Why Journaling isn’t about Writing Skills

08:15 How to Journal without Pressure

11:19 Using Technology to Journal

12:31 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Keywords

journaling, self-awareness, mental health, clarity, writing tips, wellness, personal growth, emotional expression, journaling myths, technology in journaling, The Truly Soulfully Podcast, Wellness Podcast

VoicePal

I'd recommend using VoicePal, your AI ghostwriter, to help turn your spoken thoughts into writing. If you sign up using my link, you'll get 10% off. Get the link here.

In today’s fast-paced world, slowing down can feel like a radical act.

In this soulful episode, I reflect on “The Lost Art of Doing Things Slowly”—a gentle yet powerful look at how the slow rhythms of Goan-Portuguese life can inspire more mindful, grounded living wherever you are.

We’ll explore:

🌿 What we’ve lost in the name of busyness

🍲 The beauty of slowness in Goan culture

🧘 Real, practical ways to bring rest and rhythm back into your daily life

📖 A reflective journaling prompt to help you shift your pace with intention

Whether you’re sipping your morning tea, walking through the city, or just feeling overwhelmed—this episode is your reminder to pause, breathe, and come home to yourself.

🎧 Tune in now and reclaim the peace of moving slowly.

#SlowLiving #GoanLife #IntentionalLiving #WellnessPodcast #MindfulMoments #trulysoulfully #thetrulysoulfullypodcast

Welcome back to Season 2 of The Truly Soulfully Podcast — a space for slow, intentional living, soulful conversations, and real moments.

I'm Vania, and this season I'm flying solo (well, mostly!) as your host, sharing the journey behind the mic, motherhood, creative rediscovery, food memories, and the softer rhythms of everyday life. Expect more candid reflections, cosy chats, and a few guest appearances from Nigel along the way.

Whether you're new here or returning, I’m so glad you’ve made it. Let’s begin again, truly and soulfully.

Episode: 5 Important Life Lessons to remind ourselves everyday

We are always so caught up in the hustle and bustle that life throws at us that we just forget some basic important life lessons or teachings. 

In today's episode we speak about 5 important life lessons to remind ourselves everyday. 

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EPISODE 4: 10 DAILY AFFIRMATIONS FOR ANXIETY

Saying these 10 Affirmations daily have helped me deal with my anxiety to bring it down to a very manageable level. I hope these help you as much as they helped me. 

1. ​Introduction
2. ​10 Daily Affirmations for Anxiety
3. ​End

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EPISODE 3: SUNDAY SPECIAL~ SIESTA TIME WITH NIGEL & VANIA

TOPIC: Sunday Goan Food scenes at home | Back in Goa

In today's episode, Nigel and Vania together speak about everything they ate on a Sunday, back when they lived in Goa. This episode will take you down memory lane and also give you a gist into what both of them ate as kids back home or in their teenage/youth years. 

This episode has a breakdown of breakfast, lunch, evening snack and dinner, specifically on a Sunday and is focused mainly on Goan food. 

Some of the recipes mentioned in the podcast episode can be found on the Truly Soulfully Eats blog. 

Thank you for listening!

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Episode 2: Guide to STOP being in a RUT

With the pandemic and all that came with it, one life lesson that we all learnt was to stop being in a constant rut. We were pushed to take breaks and pause for a while, something which some of us had never done throughout our lives. 

Here are ways which helped me personally to stop being in a rut. I hope it helps you as much as it has helped me. 

1. ​Introduction
2. ​Let yourself be stuck in a rut
3. ​Question yourself and ask questions
4. ​Do regular brain dumps
5. ​Do something different 
6. ​Make real human connections
7. ​Seek help!
8. ​End

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Soon it will be 1 year since we first heard the phrase 'STAY AT HOME'.

These are a few things which personally helped me cope with the pandemic and all that came with it. It simply kept me going. 

1. ​Journaling
2. ​Meditation
3. ​Choosing a Hobby
4. ​Being Plant Parents
5. ​Blogging
6. ​Learning New Skills
7. ​Reading Self-Help Books
8. ​Spending time amidst Nature
9. ​Doing absolutely Nothing!!

I hope this helps!!

Much love xx

Vania

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