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Tips for starting a journal routine

Tips for starting a journal routine

To start, incorporate the behaviour you would want into your day. That may mean making time for journaling and reducing any external triggers that may lead to distractions, such as social media notifications.

  • Think of journaling as your minimum enjoyable action. It is simple, small, and enjoyable behaviour that leads you to the journey you want to take.
  • Consider an accountability partner to help keep you on track.

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A study found that journaling is a valuable tool for managing stress and anxiety. Journaling diminishes avoidant thoughts about negative events and may free the mind up for other mental activities.

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How to manage distraction

How to manage distraction

We tend to get distracted by what’s going on inside of us rather than by what is going on around us. An internal trigger is an uncomfortable emotion we want to escape and the reason for going off track.

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Always appreciate the time you get, because you never know how much longer it`ll last.

When something is weighing on your mind, taking a minute to write it down can help you to stay focused throughout the day.

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