Journaling has been a way of life for me for as long as I can remember, but I actively and intentionally started to journal in 2018. It helps me unpack my mind, and I find it very therapeutic. I love keeping physical journals as well as e-journals. The last six years of journaling have improved my life in so many ways, some of which include:

1. Helping me reflect, meditate, and gain clarity into situations that are happening or have happened in my life.
2. Helping me to be more conscious of how God shows up for me at every point in my life.
3. It helps me see how a crossroads situation in a certain season of my life became an answered prayer in another season.
4. Journaling helps me understand that even in the darkest seasons of my life, God is always present.
5. It helps me reduce stress, decongest my mind, and feel more relaxed.
6. It helps me deal with negative emotions.
7. Journaling provides a safe haven for me where I can express my thoughts and feelings without feeling judged.
8. It has helped me appreciate my process and track my growth.
9. It reminds me that God loves to answer prayers in grand style.
10. It helps me to be grateful to God and also grateful for the gift on men in my life. 

If you don’t journal, I would strongly encourage you to; it’s a beautiful journey to embark on. In my next blog post, I will share everything you need to know about embarking on a journaling journey.

Do you keep a journal? If not, would you love to start soon? If yes, what has the journey been like for you? Are you an e-journal person (smart devices or a personal blog) , a physical journal person, or both?

Have a great week ahead.