# How to Start Journaling

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- Author: [[Jennifer]]
- Full Title: How to Start Journaling
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> [!tldr]
> Journaling is a powerful habit that promotes self-awareness and helps you make intentional choices in life. To start, just relax and begin writing about your thoughts and feelings, using prompts if needed. Sticking with journaling daily can lead to greater clarity and personal growth.

## Highlights
Journaling helps combat this short-sightedness by encouraging us to step back and consider the big picture. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j83ye06dw8vkysgntnavndb8))

First and foremost, relax and let go of any ideas about doing it the “right” way— because when it comes to journaling, there’s no such thing! Your journal is a personal space for you to use however you see fit. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j83yn2d1qgem2pycxrsth3gj))

After that, the best way to start journaling is to just begin. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j83yp4c2axwtzy3k87e98ajt))

If you don’t know what to write about, a great place to begin is by **[asking questions](https://www.simplyfiercely.com/7-questions-to-inspire-intentional-living/).** My favourites include:
• *How do you feel right now?*
• *Why do you feel that way?*
• *How do you want to feel?*
• *What can you do to feel that way?* [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j83yqf5g8j5h964d735bfexe)) [[journaling/prompt]] 

If you don’t feel comfortable writing long, in-depth entries in your journal then find something that works for you. Again, there are no right or wrong ways to journal as long as you’re exploring your thoughts and feelings. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j84amwhygt3bsycq85eptcs4))

**Make journaling a special ritual.** Try and do it at the same time every day and treat it as a special event, not a chore! Light a candle, make a hot drink, burn incense—whatever makes the experience special for you. [View Highlight](https://read.readwise.io/read/01j84anevvcn0ydv0287v7yjff))

