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When you go to bed with all the worries and concern from the day floating in your head, it can be difficult to fall asleep. Journaling is an empowering way to honor yourself and deepen your self-awareness.
When you engage in this process with selfcompassion, like an encouraging friend to yourself, you will be able to affirm your feelings and needs, focus on your strengths, and learn from your experiences.
Try putting a timer on and writing as a stream of consciousness for ten minutes, not editing or judging what you have written. With compassion, read over what you have written, acknowledge yourself, and invite closure for the day. You can create a list for what you want to follow up on in the morning and then close your journal.
4. Celebrate yourself.
Instead of focusing on all that needs to be done at the end of the day, create a“ done list” and celebrate yourself!
Choosing to celebrate the steps you have taken in your day will reinforce your value and highlight what you find meaningful in your life.
One way to practice acknowledging yourself is to ask what went well in your day and why. As you recognize your efforts, no matter how big or small, you will deepen your confidence, belief in yourself, and self-worth. When you feel empowered at the end of the day, you will feel more energized and refreshed for the next.
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