Anxiety comes from worrying about the future.
One simple, yet effective way to deal with anxiety is by journaling. Whether through pen and paper or digital means, journaling can help you reduce anxiety and bring you back to the present moment.
Journaling allows you to explore and unload your thoughts and emotions onto the pages. As you put your thoughts into writing, you experience a release, unburdening your mind of worry, fear, and uncertainty.
Through consistently dedicating time to journal, you create an opportunity to deeply reflect and gain insights into your life. You unpack your worries about the future, that you place upon yourself.
One of the consequences of anxiety is that your mind becomes consumed with the what-ifs, the worst-case scenarios, and the constant worrying about tomorrow. However, journaling acts as an anchor, pulling you away from the future and grounding you in the present.
This allows you to appreciate the beauty of the present moment.
Keeping a written record of your experiences helps you recognize repeated situations that impact your mental well-being.This knowledge will help you take proactive steps to avoid triggers which will in turn reduce your anxiety levels.
Journaling will help you reclaim control over your thoughts, shift your focus to the present moment, and have a better understanding of yourself
I am Ngozi Jason, I teach clarity and productivity journaling.
