219. The psychology of journalling

219. The psychology of journalling

Journalling is seen as one of the holy grails when it comes to trying to improve your mental health and emotional wellbeing, but what about it is so great? The people who love it, absolutely swear by it, but where do we even begin? How can we make it less like a chore, and more joyous? In today's episode, we break down the psychology and fundamentals of journalling, including:

  • The history of journalling and writing therapy
  • The physical, mental and emotional benefits
  • How to find the right journalling technique for you
  • The benefits of 'ugly' journalling
  • Why journalling can be so difficult to start
  • The FOUR fundamental principles for enjoying journalling
  • My favourite journalling prompts
  • Alternatives when writing isn't your thing

Listen now!

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353. The psychology of perfectionism

353. The psychology of perfectionism

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352. How to deal with someone who is ALWAYS the victim

352. How to deal with someone who is ALWAYS the victim

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351. How gratitude changes your brain

351. How gratitude changes your brain

We’re always told that gratitude is the route to happiness – that we should be grateful for every experience we have. But when life feels like it’s falling apart, gratitude can feel less like a comfor...

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350. When should you move in with someone?

350. When should you move in with someone?

It sounds simple. Split the rent, share space, maybe finally stop packing an overnight bag. But living together is one of the biggest relationship transitions of our twenties, and it brings with it so...

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349. The psychology of flow states

349. The psychology of flow states

You know that feeling when time disappears, your focus sharpens, and everything just clicks? That’s what we often call ‘flow state’ - a powerful experience of total immersion where effort feels effort...

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348. The psychology of 'skinnytok'

348. The psychology of 'skinnytok'

Extreme thinness is back in trend (again) so today, we explore the psychology behind why and the impact its having? In this episode, we'll discuss the rise of skinnytok and how this so-called ‘wellnes...

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347. The psychology of revenge

347. The psychology of revenge

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346. How to avoid settling in your 20s

346. How to avoid settling in your 20s

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