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Journaling

I wonder how many people journal regularly? Also, is it as good for mental health as it's been said?
Yes I do, less now. I started about 4 years ago. For people who suffer with mental health I can imagine it works as whenever I write things down it helps me not to keep dwelling on my thoughts or feelings.
XcookiexbakerX · 31-35, F
I've been keeping a journal since elementary. I've lost a lot but still have some from 2010. It's very therapeutic. I can say everything I feel no filter and it makes me feel heard. Also helps me understand what I'm feeling and why. If a situation that upsets me happens it's definitely going into my journal, I also write poetry as well in them.
SageWanderer · 70-79, M
I started in 99 by tracking my bicycle rides; distance, time, weather and temperature. Then I started adding daily events of significance followed that up with mood feelings etc. It came in handy when trying to put a medical history together and helped with my PTSD diagnosis. So I can vouch for the mental health aspect.
plungesponge · 41-45, M
in general it's a good thing, as long as the act of self talk doesn't become an crutch and echo chamber. I know someone who has fallen into the latter, it's meant to be an exercise in reflection, not walling off from reality
Mikla · 61-69, F
@plungesponge You bring up a valid point. :)
SW-User
I've been journaling most my life and writing poetry. I'm still crazy, but the outlet is nice.
SW-User
@SW-User And it’s extremely good, though I don’t fully understand it. That’s because you’re an American woman, and I’m an Englishman.
Fluffybull · F
I don't now but a few years ago I was going through a stressful time and I used to write every day and it did help.
I tend to journal when I'm going through something difficult, to get my feelings out.
I did for 2 months, then I reviewed it and decided not to continue.
I've been trying to. pretty hit or miss. I dunno if it's helping or nor.
akindheart · 61-69, F
I dont but i need to
Wiseacre · F
Yes, it is beneficial
Counsellor · 41-45, F
robertsnj · 56-60, M
I don't but what were you thinking of journaling about?
Itzyditzyspider · 18-21
Yes it works, keeps me sane
attyhenrytuason · 61-69, M
Musicman · 61-69, MVIP
I love journaling. I stopped for a year because I temporarily misplaced my journal. Fortunately I found it again. Now I just need to get back to it.

 
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