Trust me when I tell you that it's well worth the 5-, 10-, or 20-minute commitment. You'll learn more about yourself, you'll reduce your stress, and you'll have a record of your life to look at in future years. Let me know what you thought of the how to start journaling article in the comments. I'd love to hear your opinions, an your personal stories of how journaling has been beneficial for you. Please share any thoughts you have related to a daily journaling habit!

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Have you ever tried to start a journaling habit, only to quit a few days later?Personally, my problem was always starting and stopping.I'd get excited about writing a daily journal, and for the first week, everything would go smoothly. Then, I'd get busy one day and decide that "missing one day won't hurt."

How to Build a Daily Personal Journaling Habit

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