Aidan's Infinite Play E44 Dennis Xiao: Journaling To Discover Yourself And Others
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May 29, 2024 
Dennis Xiao, creator of Living The Questions, shares insights on healing, introspection, and human experience. Topics include journaling for self-discovery, fostering self-awareness, and the power of meaningful conversations. The podcast explores linked reading, technology distractions, intuitive journaling, and the impact of past experiences on present actions.
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How Journaling Began And Deepened
- Dennis began journaling in January 2020 while studying abroad and initially recorded daily experiences and reflections.
- The pandemic and a difficult crush deepened the practice into a dependable space for vulnerability and self-conversation.
Journaling As A Conversation With Yourself
- Journaling models a conversation you might have with a trusted friend or therapist and gives yourself access to your own wisdom.
- That steady internal dialogue cultivates equanimity and awareness instead of unconscious reactivity.
Use Everyday Moments As Mindfulness Practice
- Practice mindful moments daily by removing stimuli during meals, walks, or commutes to observe thoughts and sensations.
- Treat these simple, repeatable acts as meditation that surfaces insight and presence.