Journal Writing
Have you ever thought about the power of the written word? Words can affect us deeply. Books open our minds to new worlds and ideas. In the words of others, we often find solutions to our own problems. And even if you don't consider yourself a writer, YOUR words have power as well. Journaling is a great way to access the knowledge, wisdom and power of your own words.
Keeping a journal is easy. You just need paper, a writing instrument that feels good (or your computer), a bit of time (I've seen students gain great insights in just five minutes of directed writing), and desire. There are no rules. No need to worry about grammar, spelling, punctuation, or sounding good. Your journal is your private place to share your innermost thoughts, desires, truths, needs and emotions without fear of retaliation, scorn or disapproval from anyone. You might discover a hidden talent for writing poetry. The beginnings of a novel may seep through the pages (it did for me). Or that what you thought you were upset about, isn't really it at all. You might find solutions to some of your problems without ever having to leave the comfort of your home. With consistent writing, chances are you will get clearer on who you are and what you need to thrive in the world. You'll access the wealth of knowledge that often lies dormant in our subconscious and superconscious minds. And chances are you'll have some fun as well.
I teach a variety of journaling workshops to help you get started, or to help you expand and deepen your journaling process. I also offer customized workshops, and am available for speaking engagements and private sessions.
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Journey to Health
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I've written an easy-to-use book on the why's and how-to's of keeping a healing journal. It is entitled Journey to Health: Writing Your Way to Physical, Emotional, and Spiritual Well-being. This book teaches 14 different ways to use a journal to promote health and well-being and offers over 30 specific writing exercises to support you on your journey. For example, you will learn:
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Journaling for Health: Guided Meditations for Writing and Relaxation
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This series of meditations is designed to jumpstart your healing process through writing. Journaling is a powerful means of dipping beneath the conscious mind to gain fresh insights on current challenges, and of accessing the proven healing power of expressing repressed thoughts and feelings. You'll reduce stress, lift your mood, access deep inner wisdom, and gain lasting benefits in your health and well-being. Track I contains a guided relaxation, suitable for daily use to unwind and relax. Reviews
Based on my experience, I would recommend this CD to anyone working with a health issue, just setting out on a
path of self-discovery, or in desperate need of stress relief but without a lot of time or energy (the guided
relaxation on track one is 11 minutes during which you DO nothing). It would also make a thoughtful gift for someone in
one of these circumstances. People who keep a journal—or would like to—can also benefit from the
invitations to listen inward and creatively explore.
The meditations are enhanced by the Celtic Harp music of Jerry Marchand. To see a list of tracks, click here. This CD is priced at $12.98 plus $5 shipping and handling. You can order it directly from me by clicking the yellow button to pay with PayPal, or buy through Amazon. You can listen to excerpts at DigStation - Indie Music Downloads |
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Recommended reading
These are some of my favorite books about journaling, and they are available through Amazon.com by clicking on the cover image in this display (please note that there are several pages):
Useful Links to Journaling Resources and Other Websites of Interest
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The Center for Journal Therapy
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Reflective Journaling Software
- LifeJournal is personal journal software that is easy-to-use, private and secure, comprehensive, organized, and innovative.
- Your journaling will be consistent, deeper, and more enjoyable.
- Morphos Writing Institute. The website of Debra Thornley, M.A, CAPF.
- Wild Women Enterprises - A Celebration of Women.
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- My Favorite Ezines - The most popular family friendly ezine directory on the internet. Find family friendly ezines here or list yours at no charge.
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Lori J. Batcheller, MA, MPT, CYT-500 Writer  Yoga Instructor
Physical Therapist
Creative Communications Boulder, CO 80305
Lenox, MA 01240
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