What\u2019s the deal with journaling? It seems like everyone\u2019s talking about it, yet there\u2019s this foggy understanding of what the practice actually entails. Are we talking about scribbling away in a notebook that\u2019s neatly displayed on an elegant desk, lit by a flickering candle? Or is journaling reserved for when we hit the metaphorical wall and are left questioning life? <\/p>\n\n\n\n
In short, both examples\u2014and many others\u2014can be described as journaling. What is rarely discussed or understood is the practice behind<\/em> journaling. When you understand the practice, a whole other world of use cases opens up, many of which have stood the test of time and can be used by anyone, in any situation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So, what is<\/em> the practice behind journaling? Self-Reflection<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, the definition of journaling<\/a> is: <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cA record of experiences, ideas, or reflections kept regularly Our friends from Merriam-Webster provided a nice surface-level depiction of the practice, but if we dive past the surface (also something journaling helps us do) the practice itself promotes many<\/em> ways to self-reflect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The truth is, journaling can be as simple as capturing a moment in time through a photo or arriving at a clear decision made possible by asking intentional questions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cThe truth is, journaling can be as simple as capturing a moment in time through a photo or arriving at a clear decision made possible by asking intentional questions.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n When it comes to questions, there\u2019s a difference between casual banter with a friend around a question like, \u201cWhere would you like to live?\u201d versus taking the time to reflect<\/em> on a series of journal prompts. Self-reflection journal prompts<\/a> dig deeper, such as: <\/p>\n\n\n\n There\u2019s nothing wrong with banter between friends as it often leads to insights you may not have reached on your own. But, I invite you to take your journaling practice one step further by reflecting on a series of intentional self-reflection journaling prompts. You will reach deeper insights to help make clear, smart and aligned decisions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n We can save tremendous time, resources and mental capacity when taking a moment to pause and journal to a clear decision. <\/p>\n\n\n\n For example: Think of the most significant moments in your life and reflect on how you arrived at those decisions. <\/p>\n\n\n\nThe Practice Behind Journaling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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