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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”…

There’s no better way to grow as a parent than to keep a journal. We tend to forget that we are always learning, even as parents. Our kids have their own unique personalities, our time is limited, and sometimes our personal struggles get the best of us. The practice of…

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,…

Want a better night’s sleep? Forget the sleeping pills. Turn to your journal instead. According to research, journaling can be the perfect pre-bedtime ritual to lull you into dreamland and help you sleep better and longer. Of course, what you write about affects your state of relaxation when you turn…

Many people underestimate the power of personal writing. You may have already experienced the healing power of keeping a journal, but you might not know there are a few different writing techniques that could help you mend a broken heart, recover from physical injuries faster, or provide peace after a traumatic situation….

We experience life through our emotions. We are meant to cherish our existence by feeling love, joy, peace, and enlightenment. For thousands of years, humanity has realized that gratitude is the key to fulfillment. All religions predominantly use prayer as a regular practice to communicate with the divine source of…

All the things we live can be relived through our memories. However, memories slowly fade as time passes. We often forget the context in which all the vivid moments, conversations, feelings, and experiences happened. Writing our experiences down as they happen allows you to look back, remember precious moments from…