Journaling
Keeping a journal will change your life in ways that you would never imagine.’
- Oprah Winfrey
Journaling has been a passion of mine for years. In many ways, it has had a huge impact in my life, more so than reading any book, or taking a new online course. Many people love the idea of journaling but do not know where to start, often asking me for inspiration.
Journaling has changed my life because, well, no one knows us better than ourselves!
So, I have decided to set up a small journaling community to help us all to Roar & Shine. Take a look at the details below, and if you feel compelled to experiment with me, come join us.
FAQs
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It’s easily accessible and it’s free. Once you know how to journal and master the habit, you can do it anytime, anywhere! It gives you a skill for life.
There is so much freedom! There are no rules. You decide when and you decide how. It is creative (yep, it doesn’t just have to be writing you know!). The possibilities are endless.
It can bring clarity and wisdom. You have to try it to see the magic unfold.
It is low maintenance. It really is quite simple and easy to do, when you know how. You don’t need to overthink or learn anything - at all.
It focuses on you. So many of us do not invest in ourselves, whether that be in time, money or energy. No one knows you better than you so use that to your advantage.
There is scientific evidence that writing is a great way to process and learn. It helps to bridge and integrate the conscious and the unconscious mind, which helps to distill and clarify. Writing helps us to slow down and process information.
It’s the next best thing if you can’t afford coaching or is a great complementary practice if you do have a coach. It is a great way to create movement, a shift in any aspect of your life in a timely manner. No more overthinking or worry!
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Experience and expertise. Most people like the idea of journaling but don’t know where to start. I’ll guide you with love and compassion and bring you on the journey with me.
Accountability. How often do we say we will do something and, for a zillion reasons, we don’t do it? Let my kind and compassionate approach keep you on track and keep us all moving and making progress.
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Turn up, as you are. Judgement is not welcome in this space so rest assured, come as you are. If you can, be open minded and curious and just see what happens. I encourage you to be fully present, with your video on (you know it makes a difference!) and to limit distractions so that you can get the most from our time together.
Bring a pad and paper. Whilst, for many of us, this screams the opportunity to go out and buy flashy new stationery, this is not required at all. You can even journal on your phone or laptop if you fancy it.
Pay attention to your surroundings. The space we place ourselves in matters. How will you set yourself up to journal? Do you have a favourite space? Do you love a burning candle in the background? Does music matter? We will journal in silence but as we will all be on mute, your space is your own. You get to choose.
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Each session will be 45 minutes long. Based on a theme, there will be 30 minutes for journaling and 15 minutes for Q&A and sharing anything within the group, confidentially. The number of questions we will journal may change on a weekly basis.
Sessions will run every Thursday at 8PM UK time. I’ve chosen Thursdays as for me, there is something about stepping in to Friday and the weekend which usually sets me up for success. I love evening journaling as it helps me to close the mind before bed time. What I do know is that there is no perfect time that works for everyone but I do know that if you feel called to do this, you will find a way to make it work. Oh, and by the way, if you are usually in PJ’s at 8pm, PJs are welcome too!
It will be a woman-only space. Just to be clear, it’s not that I don’t like men - there are some awesome men in this world! It’s just this is what I feel called to right now. Nothing more, nothing less.
Sessions will be held on Google Meet. Simply add our sessions to your calendar and follow the link when we are about to start. I start on time and respectfully ask you to do the same as I won’t be recapping for latecomers. Why? Time is our greatest resource and every minute is precious.
This is an experiment. I have no idea how this will roll in reality but I feel called to offer this to the world now. I am committing to do this for at least six months.
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I much prefer to talk about the investment as for me, the only cost is the cost of not doing it! Your first session is always free (see it as a gift from me) then my suggested exchange is £5, or pay what you want as I want it to be accessible to all.
The longer you keep turning up and doing the work, the more rewards you will unlock. I value loyalty so expect to receive more, the longer you stay. This could be anything from a free month's membership to Roar & Shine jewellery or even a complimentary coaching session.
Are you ready to join us?
Simply fill in your details opposite and I will get back to you very soon with further details including the web link to use. In the meantime, mark your calendar ready - 8pm on Thursdays!