How to Journal to Build Mental Strength: Friday Fix

Tune in to learn how writing down your feelings can be so good for your emotional well-being.

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Healthy Mind How to Journal to Build Mental Strength Amy Morin, LCSW Verywell Mind Editor-in-Chief Have you thought about journaling but didn't know where to start? Do you think writing about your feelings would be a waste of time? If so, you're not alone. I hear many therapy clients say they've considered journaling over the years but for one reason or another, they just didn't start it. Or, if they did start journaling, they didn't stick with it. Staring at a blank piece of paper might feel intimidating. Or, you might feel overwhelmed by the sheer volumes of journals sold in stores. But, don't give up on the idea of journaling. There's tons of evidence that writing in a journal can be good for your emotional well-being. Not all journaling is created equal, however. There are a few things you can do to make it especially helpful in building mental strength. In today's episode, I share what the research says about the benefits of journaling, how to use journaling to build mental strength, and the one thing you should avoid doing when you write in a journal. LISTEN NOW Follow: Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Google Podcasts / RSS EDITOR'S PICK OF THE WEEK The 9 Best Anxiety Journals of 2022 READ NOW  › READ THESE NEXT 4 Health Benefits of Journaling READ NOW  › How to Maintain a Gratitude Journal for Stress Relief READ NOW  › Why You Feel Like You Need a Hug From Someone READ NOW  › You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Healthy Mind newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here. A DOTDASH MEREDITH BRAND 28 Liberty Street, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10005 © 2022 Verywellmind.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy