This habit of journaling has become an integral part of my life, a daily practice. I carry both a fountain pen (3) and a journal every day. At the end of the day there may only be a paragraph and some days a couple pages. There are days I just stare at empty pages because the words I’m seeking are hiding somewhere in those blank spaces or because of my busy mind I’m unable hear them. At other times a gem appears, a thought or insight. At some point in time I began journaling by first asking for words, desiring the gifts they are. There also was an awareness that these journals are now more of a letter, a prayer and a conversation with the inner essence of who I am. They are no longer called my journals but our journals. I also journal slowly and write in cursive to give the journals an artistic look, make them readable and at the same time it slows down my mind which creates another form of meditation for me. Anyway, these are some rambling thoughts on journaling.
4 Comments
Earl
I’ve unsuccessfully tried daily journaling a number of times. I was unsuccessful from the point of view of being something I couldn’t/wouldn’t maintain for a long period of time. I do believe it’s a wonderful tool for self-discovery, but it just doesn’t seem to be something for me. That’s why I admire and perhaps envy your own abilities to do and continue it longterm. 📙🖊👍
Have a successful weekend.
Monte Stevens
Writing in a journal has been a natural and simple task for me. I do go through periods of few words and other times words I needed to write. I’m aware it’s not something everyone is drawn to, but that is true of running, walking, reading, meditation, computer programming, etc. I admire those who can articulate in words thoughts and feelings what I fail to express.
Faye
I have tried journaling, I never get very far. I’m sure there are many reasons but I do admire the habit. 🙂
Monte Stevens
It’s not for everyone. However, some of us put the pen down before the magic happens.