![]() ![]() Other days, if I have more time, I sit there and really reflect on the questions. Some days I’m in a big hurry and I’ll just jot down the first few things that come to my mind. The great thing about this is the questions are laid out for you, helping you get directly to the point, if you will, in under five minutes. I haven’t figured out the perfect formula but I definitely feel like it’s helped.Īs someone who has never written a journal, other than maybe at summer camp, I wasn’t ever really sure what I would write. ![]() This has helped me really plan out my day, prioritize my to-do list (both personal and professional) and then reflect on the day and how it was great or how it could have been better. Before I realize how the day has unfolded it’s already past noon. Other times I don’t feel quite so accomplished. As someone who works from home, sometimes I get out of bed, check my to-do list, and start working. The biggest thing I’ve noticed is that on the days I take the time to really think about the questions in the journal, my days unfold with much more intention. I love that the journal is a physical reminder to set your intentions and your attitude for the day. They’re all things you hear about successful people doing, but it was always something I had a hard time consistently adopting and something to leave for future Natalia to tackle. It’s the same thing with meditation, goal setting, manifestation, etc. Yet, I’ve never been able to turn it into a consistent part of my routine. I’m someone who loves the idea of gratitude exercises, and definitely think that cultivating a much more positive outlook of even the small things has helped me better manage stress and overcome anxiety. My Experience With The Five Minute Journal Reflecting at the end of the day helps to evaluate what things or thoughts crept into your day and held you back from achieving these goals or maintaining a positive outlook. Positive affirmations of who you want to be and what you want to achieve begin to chip away at these negative, self-limiting thoughts and prime your brain to start building this belief in your mind. Unfortunately, much of what we say or think is negative. Practicing gratitude has been proven to improve everything from physical and psychological health, relationships, sleep and self-esteem, to enhance empathy while reducing aggression.Įnvisioning the things that would make the day great and affirmations of what you want in your life, actually help to rewire your brain to see what you can do to improve your well-being and achieve your goals. What’s assuring is that the science behind these exercises is pretty sound.
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