Journaling and How It Helps with Self-Improvement and Personal Growth

Daily journaling can help you improve relationships, sleep better, become healthier, and reduce stress.

Lorna Harvey
3 min readOct 18, 2024
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I have never been good at journaling. I realize there are benefits, but lately, I’ve been wondering how journaling might improve my personal growth.

Do you journal, or have you been meaning to find time to put pen to paper? Do you want to know what benefits there are in the practice? I certainly do. After a bit of research, I found some interesting information on the art of journaling.

Journaling is among the world’s oldest self-help techniques. It dates back to the tenth century and has only increased in popularity. Today, millions of individuals apply the technique to enhance their lives.

So, why are journals so popular? Here is what’s fueling the journaling trend and why you should try it yourself.

Journaling Reduces Stress

Did you know that journaling might help you relieve stress? Getting your thoughts and emotions down on paper helps clear your head. This naturally makes you feel calmer and more relaxed.

Journaling helps you analyze your problems. When you can identify answers to your problems, you’ll feel more in control. This will help relieve stress, making you…

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Lorna Harvey
Lorna Harvey

Written by Lorna Harvey

I’m a blogger, writer, and interested in helping people find answers for living their best life. I also write on https://www.createthebestlife.com/.

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