Mentally Stronger with Therapist Amy Morin 136 — This Journaling Exercise Will Change Your Brain in 4 Days
Aug 23, 2024
Discover how a simple journaling exercise can rewire your brain in just four days. The power of expressive writing offers remarkable mental health benefits, particularly for those managing depression or PTSD. Learn about neuroplasticity and how a structured writing approach can lead to resilience and self-discovery. Explore the importance of starting with gentle topics to ease emotional processing and understand what to realistically expect from your journaling journey.
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Expressive Writing Exercise
- Journal for 15-20 minutes daily for four days about an upsetting event.
- Explore your deepest emotions about the event and its impact on you and your relationships.
Brain Rewiring
- Writing about stressful events rewires your brain and changes how memories are stored.
- This lessens the impact on your nervous system.
Amy Morin's Experience
- Amy Morin used journaling to cope after her husband's death.
- Though difficult, it helped her realize her own strength and resilience.
