Everyday Positivity JOURNAL: The Hottest Of Messes (Self Care Circuit)
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May 24, 2025 Dive into the chaotic yet beautiful journey of adolescence and the emotional challenges that come with it. Discover how creative expression can serve as a therapeutic tool, especially through journaling. This discussion encourages reflection on personal experiences and emphasizes self-care practices. Embrace the idea of being a 'hottest of messes' as a path to positivity and growth.
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Kate's Teen Journaling Anecdote
- Kate Cocker shares her personal story of being a "hot mess" during her teenage years due to hormonal surges.
- She coped by using journaling and creative writing to manage overwhelming emotions.
Expressive Journaling for Calm
- Use creative expression like writing to handle emotional overwhelm as it calms your brain's stress center.
- Journaling clears your mind, helps vocalize feelings, and recharges neural responses to stress.
Journal Hot Mess Reflections
- Reflect in your journal on your personal "hot mess" moments and what helped you overcome them.
- Explore what you learned and how you dealt with emotional overwhelm to maintain mental health.