*Increases memory. Kaiser Permanente reports: "The Journal of Experimental Psychology published research that shows how writing your thoughts down can reduce intrusive thoughts about negative events and improve working memory.* Even the simple act of writing something down lets your brain know you want to remember it. That’s why note-taking is such an effective practice when learning something new."<ref>[https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/healtharticle.7-benefits-of-keeping-a-journal Why everyone should keep a journal — 7 surprising benefits], Kaiser Permanente</ref> | *Increases memory. Kaiser Permanente reports: "The Journal of Experimental Psychology published research that shows how writing your thoughts down can reduce intrusive thoughts about negative events and improve working memory.* Even the simple act of writing something down lets your brain know you want to remember it. That’s why note-taking is such an effective practice when learning something new."<ref>[https://healthy.kaiserpermanente.org/health-wellness/healtharticle.7-benefits-of-keeping-a-journal Why everyone should keep a journal — 7 surprising benefits], Kaiser Permanente</ref> |