The Day One Podcast 69 - Every Single Day: C.J. Chilvers on Journaling as Reflection and Meditation
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Jun 20, 2025 C.J. Chilvers is an author and senior content strategist who has been journaling daily since 2010. He shares how journaling evolved from a simple routine to a vital practice for creativity and mindfulness. C.J. discusses his breakthrough moment of allowing himself to complain on the page, the therapeutic benefits of self-discovery, and the potential of integrating AI into journaling for enhanced reflection. He offers practical tips on establishing a journaling habit and emphasizes the importance of keeping the practice unstructured for genuine expression.
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Journaling Began on Honeymoon
- C.J. Chilvers started his journaling habit on his honeymoon in Hawaii in late 2010.
- That moment marked the beginning of journaling every single day for over 5,300 days.
Journaling Versus Meditation
- Journaling and meditation serve similar mental benefits but through different processes.
- Meditation involves releasing thoughts, while journaling involves examining them deeply.
Permission to Complain and Gratitude
- Give yourself permission to complain in your journal as a way to process emotions.
- Use gratitude by noting highlights of the day and what you look forward to tomorrow.