Journaling is one of those ‘you know it is good for your activities’ like meditation, exposing yourself to sunlight first thing in the morning, and getting enough fiber, yet how many of us do any of these things consistently?
When I was little, I kept a diary, a small book with a pretty cover and a lock with a tiny key. The key was easily lost, and the lock was just as easily picked. My diaries were filled with bursts of emotions and daydreams. As an adult, I found myself drawn to beautiful blank books. I wrote consistently for a week or two then life would get busy, and I asked myself ‘what is the point?’.
In 2017, Spaghetti on the Wall, a journal with simple prompts was born. My intention was to assist my clients in recognizing their own patterns of thinking and behaving, in particular those that were not in alignment with whom they aspired to be. It turns out that it really works. Spaghetti on the Wall (SOTW) is a straightforward tool to get to know yourself and by extension begin to trust yourself.
The Joy of Journaling, a new workshop launched recently after several requests. I combine the daily practice of journaling with Spaghetti on the Wall for 15 minutes a day, remember I mentioned SOTW is simple, with other modalities for reflection and curious investigation. It is a hit, if I do say so myself.
What if a daily journaling practice provided an awareness of patterns of thinking and ruminating? What if a daily journaling practice allowed you to let go of practices that no longer serve you? Inviting old patterns and practices to ‘Rest in Peace’ ?
If I may suggest: click here to get your own copy of Spaghetti on the Wall, an elegant journal for organizing the messy ideas of life.
Stay tuned for the next Joy of Journaling workshop or contact me to organize a custom workshop.
Happy Halloween and take care of yourself.
xx, Kristan
