{"id":18656,"date":"2023-04-13T12:12:41","date_gmt":"2023-04-13T09:12:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/?p=18656"},"modified":"2023-05-04T00:23:12","modified_gmt":"2023-05-03T21:23:12","slug":"why-you-should-start-journaling-today","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/why-you-should-start-journaling-today\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Should Start Journaling Today"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div><h1><strong>Why You Should Start Journaling Today<\/strong><\/h1>\n<p>Journaling is the act of writing down your thoughts, feelings and experiences in a notebook or journal. It may seem like a simple activity, but it has been shown to have numerous benefits for mental health, academic performance and personal growth.<\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18657 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/20.jpg?resize=353%2C235&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"353\" height=\"235\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/20.jpg?resize=600%2C400&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/20.jpg?resize=900%2C600&amp;ssl=1 900w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/20.jpg?resize=768%2C512&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/20.jpg?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/20.jpg?w=957&amp;ssl=1 957w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 353px) 100vw, 353px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>As a student at <a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/programs\/college\/schools\/school-of-health-sciences\/\">Finstock Evarsity<\/a>, you are likely no stranger to the demands of academic life. With lectures, assignments and exams to contend with, it can be easy to feel overwhelmed and stressed out. However, there is a simple tool that can help you manage your emotions, track your progress and stay motivated: <a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/programs\/college\/short-courses\/free-courses\/frjpt\/\">journaling<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Related blogs: <a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/stress-management-strategies\/\">Stress Management Strategies<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/3-simple-ways-of-reducing-stress\/\">3 Simple Ways of Reducing Stress<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Here are just a few reasons why you should start journaling today:<\/p>\n<h2><strong>1. <\/strong><strong>Help You Manage Stress and Anxiety<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18658 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/21.jpg?resize=280%2C219&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"280\" height=\"219\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/21.jpg?resize=600%2C469&amp;ssl=1 600w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/21.jpg?resize=300%2C235&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/21.jpg?w=724&amp;ssl=1 724w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 280px) 100vw, 280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Research has shown that journaling can be an <a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/effective-ways-to-manage-anxiety\/\">effective way to manage stress and anxiety<\/a>. By putting your thoughts and emotions down on paper, you can gain clarity on what is causing you stress and develop strategies to cope with it. Additionally, the act of writing can be a calming and grounding experience, helping you to relax and feel more centered.<br \/>\n<iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2dqKSyvZhxU\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><strong>2. <\/strong><strong>Improve Your Academic Performance<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Journaling can also help you to become a more reflective and <a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/programs\/college\/short-courses\/leadership\/bsea\/\">self-aware<\/a> learner. By writing down your thoughts and observations about your academic work, you can identify areas where you may be struggling and develop strategies to improve. Additionally, journaling can help you to stay motivated and track your progress over time.<\/p>\n<p>Check out our related blog post on <a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/navigating-mental-health-and-wellness-in-college\/\">navigating mental health and wellness in college<\/a> for more tips.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>3. <\/strong><strong>Boost Your Creativity<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-18659 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/22.jpg?resize=215%2C142&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"215\" height=\"142\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Journaling is also a great way to boost your creativity and generate new ideas. By giving yourself the freedom to write down anything that comes to <a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/3-things-that-can-affect-the-health-of-our-brain\/\">mind<\/a> you can tap into your subconscious and explore new perspectives and possibilities.<\/p>\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/programs\/college\/schools\/school-of-development-studies\/digc\/\">Finstock Evarsity<\/a>, we recognize the importance of mental health and personal growth for academic success. That is why we encourage all of our students to start journaling today. Whether you are looking to <a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/3-simple-ways-of-reducing-stress\/\">manage stress<\/a>, improve your academic performance or simply explore your own thoughts and feelings, <a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/programs\/college\/short-courses\/free-courses\/frjpt\/\">journaling<\/a> can be a powerful tool for personal growth and self-discovery.<\/p>\n<p>So why not pick up a notebook and start writing? You may be surprised at the positive impact it can have on your life.<\/p>\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/programs\/college\/international-courses\/cim\/dipm\/\">Finstock<\/a> we have variety of courses ranging from <a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/programs\/college\/short-courses\/\">short courses<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/programs\/college\/schools\/\">certificate<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/programs\/college\/\">diplomas<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/programs\/degree\/\">degrees<\/a> and we have experts who can explain and teach those courses.<\/p>\n<p>Those who want to start journaling can also benefit from the following courses, which contain many useful and practical tips on how to get the most out of your journaling practice.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/programs\/college\/short-courses\/free-courses\/frbgc\/\">Basics in Guidance and Counselling<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/programs\/college\/short-courses\/free-courses\/frbac\/\">Adolescent Counselling<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/programs\/college\/short-courses\/free-courses\/frpsy\/\">Basics in psychology<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/programs\/college\/schools\/school-of-development-studies\/digc\/\">Diploma in Guidance and Counselling<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div id=\"pgc-2885-5-0\" class=\"panel-grid-cell\" data-weight=\"1\">\n<div id=\"panel-2885-5-0-0\" class=\"so-panel widget widget_sow-editor panel-first-child panel-last-child\" data-index=\"8\" data-style=\"{&quot;background_image_attachment&quot;:false,&quot;background_display&quot;:&quot;tile&quot;}\">\n<div class=\"so-widget-sow-editor so-widget-sow-editor-base\">\n<div class=\"siteorigin-widget-tinymce textwidget\"><a class=\"btn btn-sm btn-outline-primary custom_grid_post_btn\" href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/how-basic-excel-skills-are-essential-in-the-workplace\/\">Previous post<\/a><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: right;\"><a class=\"btn btn-sm btn-outline-primary custom_grid_post_btn\" href=\"https:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/three-benefits-of-employee-engagement\/\">Next post<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"fb-background-color\">\n\t\t\t  <div \n\t\t\t  \tclass = \"fb-comments\" \n\t\t\t  \tdata-href = \"http:\/\/finstockevarsity.com\/resources\/why-you-should-start-journaling-today\/\"\n\t\t\t  \tdata-numposts = \"10\"\n\t\t\t  \tdata-lazy = \"true\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-colorscheme = \"light\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-order-by = \"social\"\n\t\t\t\tdata-mobile=true>\n\t\t\t  <\/div><\/div>\n\t\t  <style>\n\t\t    .fb-background-color {\n\t\t\t\tbackground: #ffffff !important;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t\t.fb_iframe_widget_fluid_desktop iframe {\n\t\t\t    width: 100% !important;\n\t\t\t}\n\t\t  <\/style>\n\t\t  ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why You Should Start Journaling Today Journaling is the act of writing down your thoughts, feelings and experiences in a notebook or journal. 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