Once upon a time, “daydreaming” was seen as a criticism (“oh he’s daydreaming again”), but there’s a lot that can be said for daydreaming in today’s stressful and uncertain world. Here, we explore the benefits daydreaming could bring into your life, and look at how journaling can be used to capture the gems of this underrated practice.
Read MoreWhen the first national lockdown eased toward a very welcome close, I sat down with some friends and family (all appropriately distanced, naturally) to discuss how we all kept ourselves busy and somewhat sane during those months.
Read MoreAh, 2020. Has any other year inspired as much negativity, fear and anxiety? How can you cope with these emotions without turning to the bottle or other unhealthy habits? Have you tried journaling?
Read MorePositive visualization is a wellness technique that has been used for centuries to prime the mind. It is the process of using your imagination to visualize a desired future outcome, especially one that may not seem possible at the present moment.
Read MoreRecovering from the shock of redundancy can be difficult; not to mention trying to get past this whilst looking for another job at the same time. Careers and business psychologist Paula Gardner, founder of The Redundancy Recovery Hub explains how journaling can not only help you move on, but also aid in your job-hunting.
Read MoreIn this episode of the Writing Your Best Self podcast, the CEO and co-founder of Journify Lamia Pardo joins Georgina El Morshdy to explore audio journaling, burnout, research and more…
Read MoreIt’s often been said that “happiness is sleeping.” On the reverse side, this always means that sleep deprivation might mean you’re less happy. Anyone who hasn’t had a full night sleep knows it can cause you to be groggy, moody, and even depressed.
Read MoreStress? What even is it? What is that word that uses up such a large percentage of our vocabulary?
Read MoreThere are many reasons youth sports have a positive impact on young people’s lives and in this article, we’ll try to dissect some of them. We’ll also look at how you can get your child or student interested in joining sports in a healthy, natural way. Without any further ado let’s jump straight into it.
Read MoreWhen we put our bodies under a lot of stress, our bodies’ response is to shut down and/or begin to prioritise the non-essential functions within our body. This can interfere with the body’s hormone levels, which can interrupt or delay periods.
Read MoreI have a confession to make: I’m 25 and I don’t have my sh*t together. Like, at all…
Read MoreJournaling can help to smooth out what can feel like a tangled knot of impenetrable thoughts and overwhelming feelings into smaller less overwhelming strands.
Read MoreMental health is a term used to describe emotional, psychological, and social well-being. When people experience poor mental health it can affect how they feel, act, and live on a day-to-day basis. Depression, stress, and anxiety are all examples of poor mental health and while you might think throwing back a few beers is the solution, the reverse is actually true.
Read MoreSwitching things up and changing our stimulus can work wonders in avoiding burnout. But how? What’s so freeing about breaking out of mundane routines?
Read MoreMusic can have a profound effect on both our emotions and our bodies, and so is viewed as an effective, non-invasive intervention for stress.
Read MoreAccording to the American Sleep Association, over 30% of the adults in America have short-term insomnia, whereas over 10% have long-lasting insomnia. Many are turning to natural and healthier alternatives to cure insomnia. And one such highly effective option is CBD.
Read MoreWriting for me is an exercise in mindfulness. It has helped me get to know myself and develop both mentally and spiritually. The best part? You don’t have to be the next Stephen King to reap the benefits — anyone can use mindful writing for personal growth.
Read MoreAudio journaling compared to traditional journaling eliminates a lot of potential triggers for people with OCD.
Read MoreBy now we probably all know what a diary is - I’m sure we’ve all kept one for personal or professional purposes at some point in our lives. But I wonder if it’s ever had any real purpose, other than acting as a space to pour ourselves out into.
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