From scientific geniuses to thoughtful artists – and everyone in between – keeping a journal can be a beneficial self-care practice. What do Albert Einstein, Marie Curie, Frida Kahlo, Leonardo da Vinci, and Frederick Douglass all have in common? Each of these famous figures kept a journal or diary to record their experiences, thoughts, or feelings
Reduce stress and anxiety
Stop and put your emotions down on paper, it can help you release negative thoughts from your mind.
- As you write, you may even come up with a solution you hadn’t thought of before
- Try writing down all of the negative thoughts and emotions you have, and make sure you don’t let them linger.
Strengthen 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.
Inspire creativity
Writing a journal is a great way to unleash your creativity.
