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“If you’re not someone who enjoys writing, the thought of journaling may feel stressful. However, the trick is to limit how long you scribble, give yourself a break on spelling and grammar, and to figure out the medium that works for you. As psychologist Yvonne Thomas explains, some people benefit from writing in a notebook, while others can turn to the “notes” section of their phone to type it out when they feel flustered. If you’re not sure what to write about, consider a gratitude approach.
“It is too easy to forget, minimize, or overlook the good things when you are feeling stressed, anxious, overwhelmed, and down,” says Thomas. “Writing can help frame your daily outlook to be more positive because you do not just see what’s wrong or missing in your life; rather, you are consciously recognizing what you have that you appreciate and feeling good about those things.
If you’re not someone who enjoys writing, the thought of journaling may feel stressful. However, the trick is to limit how long you scribble, give yourself a break on spelling and grammar, and to figure out the medium that works for you. As psychologist Yvonne Thomas explains, some people benefit from writing in a notebook, while others can turn to the “notes” section of their phone to type it out when they feel flustered. If you’re not sure what to write about, consider a gratitude approach.
“It is too easy to forget, minimize, or overlook the good things when you are feeling stressed, anxious, overwhelmed, and down,” says Thomas. “Writing can help frame your daily outlook to be more positive because you do not just see what’s wrong or missing in your life; rather, you are consciously recognizing what you have that you appreciate and feeling good about those things.”
Yvonne Thomas, Ph.D. is a Los Angeles Psychologist. To read the full article “7 Alternatives To Setting Resolutions For 2021” visit fastcompany.com.