Journal Therapy
From easing stress to sparking self-discovery, journaling is a simple way to elevate the everyday
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Whatever you’re going through right now, wherever you’re at in life, no matter what your plans or ambitions, just jot it down. It’s been shown that regular journaling can help smooth out some of the ups and downs of life, a bit like practices such as yoga and meditation. Simply taking a few minutes each morning or evening before bed to take stock and write down the thoughts of the day can lift some of the weight off your mind. It’s well worth it! Why not give it a try? Here are three journals we love that will help you nurture the habit:
Best for breathing practices — The Pranayama Journal
This journal will take you on a 28-day pranayama journey to help you cultivate a daily breathwork practice. Whether you're just starting out with breathwork or are more experienced and looking for some additional motivation, this guided journal will invite you to try different techniques and create a sustainable, regular practice. Each pranayama technique is supplemented with an audio recording to guide each exercise. £12.99 singingdragon.com
Best for career changes — The Joy Journal
A journal on a mission! Career change specialist Rachel Grace Elliott has launched this joy journal to help professionals create a career aligned with their personality and natural strengths. This one-of-a-kind guided journal serves as your initial step for anyone embarking on a career change journey. An opportunity to reflect and face the reality of your natural strengths and preferences, with a four-week guided journey to help you decide if you need a change within your job role or a new career altogether. £36 rachelgraceelliott.com
Best for soul seekers — Shine Your Light
From mental fitness coach, Claire Renée Thomas, founder of Reaching My Best, the Shine Your Light Journal is designed to awaken people’s minds and unlock their true potential as they pursue their health and wellness goals. A beautiful, sparkling, linen[1]covered journal that fits in your bag, or neatly by your bed, and has enough pages for a year’s worth of journaling. Tracks your ‘being’, ‘doing’, sleep, food, menstrual and lunar cycles with space for daily observations, reflections and gratitude practice. £22.99 reachingmybest.com
Best for unlocking inner female power — Journaling Worth Doing
Turn your journaling time into mini self-coaching sessions with this practical book designed for both the newbie and seasoned journaling pro. Includes 25+ journaling guides based on human psychology, spiritual principles and knowledge from more than 16 years of the author’s coaching of high performers. Shift tricky relationship dynamics, trust your intuition more and love your life at a new level. £9.99 noominatan.com
Om Magazine
First published in November 2009, OM Yoga magazine has become the most popular yoga title in the UK. Available from all major supermarkets, independents and newsstands across the UK. Also available on all digital platforms.
