How to Start a Journal for Mental Health Success

Alex Bentley
5 min readAug 19, 2021
Photo by Priscilla Du Preez on Unsplash

Journaling is an excellent way to track and revisit your mental health.

When you write in a journal, you might find that your mood improves because of the release of pent-up emotions and thoughts. Writing can also help people with anxiety by giving them an outlet for their worries so they don’t feel like they’re burdened alone. Plus, it’s just nice to have a place where you can record memories and keep track of what’s going on in your life.

What is journaling and how does it help with mental health

Journaling is the act of writing privately. The goal of journaling is to help you identify and understand your thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Journaling can also be a way to organize your thoughts and clarify what you want in life. It can also provide a space for positive thinking, creative expression, and meaningful growth.

When should you start journaling?

You can begin journaling anytime you feel ready. Journaling doesn’t have to be something scary or intimidating, and it’s a very accessible way of practicing self-care.

You are in no way obligated to start journaling unless you feel ready and willing. Remember that the writing doesn’t have to be perfect or polished! Just write, and let your…

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Alex Bentley

I write about crypto, personal finance, business & tech. Also, I publish a bit of humor to make you laugh.