Join Lynda Monk, Director of the International Association for Journal Writing and an author dedicated to reflective practices. She dives into the transformative power of journaling for personal growth and setting intentions for the new year. Lynda shares practical prompts to kickstart your journaling journey, emphasizing the importance of community in this typically solitary activity. Discover how journaling can serve as a compass for important life decisions while helping you savor everyday moments and revisit cherished memories.
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Lynda's Journaling Journey
Lynda Monk started journaling as a young girl, focusing on typical teenage dramas.
As a social worker, it became a crucial self-care tool and helped prevent burnout.
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Diverse Motivations for Journaling
People journal for diverse reasons, from self-growth to legacy creation.
The continued benefit and positive impact on their lives are what makes journaling a lasting habit.
insights INSIGHT
Community in Journaling
Journaling, though solitary, can be enhanced through community.
Shared experiences normalize struggles, offer support, and inspire continued practice.
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Start the New Year with intention and personal growth through reflective journaling. In this episode, we sit down with Lynda Monk, Director of the International Association for Journal Writing, to explore how journaling can help you capture memories, savor life, set meaningful goals, and gain valuable insights.
Lynda shares her unique approach to reflective journaling, practical prompts to get you started, and inspiration to make journaling a transformative habit in 2025. She also discusses the power of reflective journaling, the benefits of community in a typically solitary practice, and how journaling can serve as a compass for life's big decisions.
Learn more about Lynda’s work and the International Association for Journal Writing at iajw.org.
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