Mental and Physical Health

Two main components that benefit someone for keeping a journal are the psychological and physical health benefits. A person who is writing about traumatic, stressful or emotional events has been found to result in longer-term improvements in both physical and psychological health. I think that's the coolest thing, who would have thought!? 

 

Tracking Goals 

Journaling is also an effective way to track your progress on your goals and in life activities.

One of the coolest things about journaling is looking back at all of your past experiences where it was good or bad and see how far you’ve come. I bet you don’t even realize how much you’ve grown over time! The only way to know for yourself is to write it down ;). 

 

Inspiration and Motivation 

Journaling creates inspiration and motivation in many ways. Every time you do a weekly or monthly review, you’ll feel naturally motivated to continue and see how much more you can achieve. Even the smallest of inclines can create massive alterations in your everyday life, and it's these little shifts that help to keep you on track and give you the ability to overcome any challenges that come your way.

 

Self Discipline 

Another benefit is that journaling promotes self-discipline. Setting time to journal every day, whether it's in the morning or the evening, is an act of discipline. I have sometimes force myself to sit down and write whether or not I wanted to at that moment, as time goes on I was so happy I did that. By developing a daily journal habit, this will likely create a domino effect on other healthy habits.

 

Life Clarity

Exploring what is happening in your life, something that is stressing you out, or anything else by journaling can help bring about a sense of clarity or different perspective. It improves your mental wellbeing as well. Many studies have shown that excessive journaling is a route to healing; emotionally, physically, and psychologically. Keeping a journal also helps you to contemplate your deepest desires and helps you to get clear on your goals and what you want from your life.

 

Creativity 

Journaling sparks your creativity as well! Another who would have though!? Regular writing can also help someone memorize important information and brainstorm new ideas. In other words, writing about your experiences not only helps someone process them, but it also helps the person see opportunities that may not have been apparent or obvious at first glance. Regular writing opens the door to those opportunities every time you record something.

 

Daily Gratitude 

Realizing gratitude is so essential for someone's wellbeing. Daily journaling also serves to encourage daily gratitude. Strive to write a list of all the things you are grateful for every morning. It could be something as simple as the air that you breathe, the friendships that you treasure, as well as being thankful for new possibilities, opportunities, and connections. Practicing daily gratitude through a journal is a powerful exercise that opens you up to being in flow with the world around you. 

 

Improves Day to Day Activities

Journaling also enhances someones day to day work. Also, it has its practical purposes and can serve as a reminder of the mistakes you may have made at work, the accomplishments that you are proud of and great moments you’ll want to remember. Aside from that it also keeps a routine for you to follow.