Journaling is not just a little thing you do to pass the time, to write down your memories; though it can be. It's a strategy that has helped many influential and wise people become better at what they do. Marcus Aurelius, Anne Frank, Mark Twain…. the list of people that journaled is long.. very long…
Journalling comes in all shapes and sizes, from long form analogue handwritten stream of consciousness to digital bullet points; a snapshot of things you noticed. You can go introspective by journaling alone in full privacy, or collectively with others to help make sense of a situation or topic. In its essence, it's a written record of our thoughts and feelings, expressed in the moment or building on the benefit of the passing of time. It's a powerful tool for personal growth, discovery, and co-creative self-expression. But most of all it should be clarifying, fulfilling and fun.