Lindsey Wigfield

Like it or not, we’re all creatures of habit: we wake up and arise at (approximately) the same time, get dressed on autopilot, eat lunch at a specific time, run errands in the same way we did the day before, and then go home. The day after, we wake up…

This post was written by an anonymous guest blogger. (Thanks, anonymous guest blogger!) There were times when things didn’t fall into place. There were other times when they perfectly aligned with everything I had ever wanted, but somehow, no matter what I did, I didn’t feel like I was getting…

Writers everywhere know that finding structure in their creative impulses and deliveries is imperative for high-quality work. To most people, journaling helps clear and organize their mental landscape, see a point and deliver some beautiful creations. Feeling relieved of what all writers experience at one (or several) points in time…

Ever wonder if keeping a journal could improve your memory? Everything we can recall about our life belongs to episodic memory. This long-term, autobiographical memory stores our past experiences of both casual and significant events and is a substantial part of our self-identity. But memories can be tricky. Even though…

Have you ever thought about writing about your work and your career in a dedicated journal? Keeping a journal isn’t just for recording daily activities anymore. A work journal allows you to vent freely, reflect on lessons learned, and keep a record of good advice and compliments received. It’ll be…

Both handwriting and typing have their pros and cons. In that respect, it’s not possible to put a “winner” stamp on either one. However, it’s important to acknowledge the benefits of both. Typing is slowly taking over the traditional pen and notebook drill, even though there are several crucial reasons…

Keeping a journal is so much more than writing things down. It’s about introspection, relief, extending your IQ, mindfulness, letting go and plenty of other reasons that prove beneficial in the long run. Modern psychology wholeheartedly appreciates keeping a diary, and usually uses it for therapeutic purposes. Some choose to…

It is a crazy world out there, the world of missed deadlines, unattended events, unmet deadlines, and canceled coffee dates. With so little sleep that your everyday life goes a bit off base and somewhat delusional. We are in a constant search of ways to help us detox of stress,…

Staying motivated, for the most part, is a matter of character, but there are a few external elements that could help empower, motivate and inspire you to stay focused on your goals. One of those ways is keeping a diary. Not everyone has to be “too much of a writer”…

Anxiety can make you feel like a victim of circumstances. You might feel stressed or isolated. It can upset your mood, your energy level, and your ability to concentrate. The best way to learn about your thoughts is to write them down. And therefore, journaling enables you to capture your thoughts,…