National Handwriting Day

Handwriting?  What is that?  Do you recall learning handwriting in school?

We all learn to write because that is the road to learning letters and reading.  As we go up to the older grades there is still some actual handwriting that is being taught too.

Journaling is a popular way for many to write.  You can find studies that show that putting pen to paper in a journal can have some health benefits.  

If you have a sense of being overwhelmed or if you want to try and sort out some of your feelings, writing in a journal can help to reduce some of your stress.  It can be a good release.  

There have been a number of studies done where if you journal for a period of time, 12 weeks or a few months you feel less depressed and anxious.

When you feel negative or worried, sitting down to journal for a few minutes can help you process your emotions.  It can set you apart from your emotions and you might even find that you can look at them subjectively.

Processing your emotions can be hard.  Journals can be a way to work through them.  They can also help provide you with next steps.

You and I use social media, computers, iphones, ipads and other devices.  If truth be told we can’t live without them but writing in a journal can be another outlet.  All you need is pen and paper.  

Private Home Health Care suggests writing something you are grateful for each day. Life can get so busy.  It’s helpful to step back and check in.  Journaling can be a great outlet. Give it a try.