Journal Writing As Therapy
Putting thoughts down on paper helps the mind sort through complex issues and starts the process of mulling over all factors before making important decisions. The quiet time required for writing in a journal helps soothe the body and relax the mind. Going outside to nature while writing in a journal makes the experience even more relaxing.
Find a park bench or go to the back yard to do some writing and let the sounds and sights of nature soothe you. There are many different types of journals. You may use a simple notebook or you may purchase a fancy journal at a bookstore. You may also make your own journal via collecting junk mail and using the reverse sides of the paper.
Hole punch the paper and use clips to bind it together into a journal. Some people prefer to type a journal. Create a computer document to use as a journal or check out some of the online journal writing websites. It is also easy to find journals and notebooks for cheap prices at flea markets and garage sales.
Keeping a journal does not have to cost much money, but the payoff of spending time writing will bring a wealth of benefits such as stress relief, stronger decision-making skills and documentation of your life. Write regularly in the journal. Either pick a set time for writing or just write when the mood strikes. Write in the journal at least once a week.
Put a date at the top of the page each time you start a new journal entry. Thus, the journal will serve as a time line of your life and will be a family heirloom later if you wish. Some people find writing first thing in the morning clears their mind of nagging thoughts and starts the day with focus. Pick a focus for your journal. Consider journal writing as something that is crucial for sorting through the events of life and ruminate about issues in life and steps to take to achieve dreams in life.
Journal writing helps you get focused to obtain achievements and to find joy in life. Building a habit of journal writing will help to maneuver the stressful periods in life. Knowing that a journal is at home awaiting your thoughts helps you to stay calm in times of crisis. A journal is a place to let out fear and gain the catharsis of letting the mind work through anxiety and move into a calmer place. Learn how to nurture your emotional development by cherishing alone-time activities such as journal writing.
It is often hard to find private time to think and delve into goals for life. However, without taking the occasional respite from the busy world the mind becomes chaotic and overwhelmed. Journal writing soothes the emotions and forces you to examine life and how it is either proceeding according to set goals or waylaid on an inappropriate journey. Lose Weight. Feel Great! AGE lbs. WEIGHT ft.
Check out the bow parts that I used for this style! I used a 4.5” twisted boutique bow made with 1.5” and ⅞” ribbon, 6.5” spikes made with 1.5” and ⅞” ribbon, surround loops made with ⅜” ribbon and a 4” topper bow made with 1.5” ribbon. After finishing your bows, it’s always a great idea to stiffen them so they keep their shape.
What I showed today is just the basics, you can make so many variations. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different widths of ribbon and prints. There is no wrong way to use ribbons in bow making. The Ribbon Retreat offers great ribbon mixes and convenience packs. They also have an amazing assortment of embellishments to choose from. I hope this tutorial will inspire to you make beautiful bows.
