How to Relieve Stress Through Journaling

Every day stresses in life can seem minute. Failing to acknowledge stress can lead to a variety of physical and emotional issues. By journaling about the little mishaps in life, people can relieve stress and be better prepared to deal with major life events. Spend time writing in a journal daily, making note of the little details as well as the big.

Things You'll Need

• Paper
• Pencil
• Computer
• Writing space

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Instructions

• 1

  Set up a journaling space. Make the space comfortable and visually pleasing. Keep all your supplies on hand.

• 2

  Set a time each day to journal. Pick a time that is the least stressful whether it be morning or evening.

• 3

  Write about the little things like stepping in dog poo during your morning walk. Make mention of how you felt at the moment.

• 4

  Write to a specific person, whether real or fictional, when journaling. Choose a deceased parent, a past friend, or someone who is currently in your life. Do not worry about sharing your writings with this person, just give yourself someone to be your outlet.

• 5

  Keep a notebook and pen beside the bed. Jot down thoughts that you wake up with in the middle of the night or morning hours. Write about meaningful or strange dreams.

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  Read through your journal at a frequent interval. Notice patterns of feelings and behaviours during particularly stressful times.