Reduce Overthinking with Stream-of-Consciousness Journal Writing

Let the Verse Flow: Personal Growth Thru a Creative Lens

I’ve got a wonderful way to temp down overthinking, worry, and rumination. I use stream-of-consciousness journal writing to allow my mind to feel free to express itself; just 15 minutes of this writing, a type of creative flow, can unlock new insights and reduce anxious feelings. You leave the stress of planning and plotting and give your subconscious a chance to express itself. You find insights, open a path to new ways of seeing, and release anger, fear, or angst.

In this episode, I guide you through a structured 15-minute journal session that you can use whenever life gets overwhelming and you want to turn off your worrisome thoughts.

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Songs in this episode: Weary Traveler by Falls; Slide by GEMM; Soft Images by Outside The Sky
Related Episodes:

Overcoming Overthinking and Worry with Journal Writing & Meditation (episode 23)

Affirmation Meditation: Overcome Overthinking and Worry (episode 24)

Resources:

Guided Meditation: Journey of Three Breaths (Gil Fronsdal)

Journaling 101: An Inspirational Guide to Start (or Revive) a Practice

The Benefits of Journaling for Mental Health & Wellness

30-Day Journal Challenge (Writing Prompts to Get Started)

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