Diary
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A diary is a written and/or audiovisual memorabilic record with entries organized by date. The process of maintaining a diary is referred to as journaling. According to Sarah Bence, OTR/L, "Journaling as a therapeutic activity is different than keeping a diary."[1]
Benefits of journaling
- It improves self-distancing and self-awareness.[2][3][4] Self-distancing is one's ability to reflect on past events/emotions as an objective observer.[5]
- It helps manage stress, anxiety, and depression.[6]
Famous journalers
Famous journalers include: Benjamin Franklin, George Sand, Thomas Edison, Virginia Woolf, John D. Rockefeller, Louisa May Alcott, Bob Dylan, Dorothy Day, George Patton, Buckminster Fuller and Marcus Aurelius.[7]
References
- ↑ The Benefits of Creating a Journaling Routine By Sarah Bence, OTR/L, VeryWellHealth.com
- ↑ The Benefits of Creating a Journaling Routine By Sarah Bence, OTR/L, VeryWellHealth.com
- ↑ Ready, Set, Journal! 64 Journaling Prompts for Self-Discovery, PsychCentral
- ↑ 12 Journal Prompts for Emotional Health and Awareness, PsychCentral.com
- ↑ The Benefits of Creating a Journaling Routine By Sarah Bence, OTR/L, VeryWellHealth.com
- ↑ The Benefits of Creating a Journaling Routine By Sarah Bence, OTR/L, VeryWellHealth.com
- ↑ the #1 self-awareness habit