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Writing prompts or ideas for further expressing self during journaling:  

1. Write about a small act of kindness that transforms someone's day.  

2. Describe a moment when you felt truly alive.  

3. Imagine a door in your home leads to a magical world—what's on the other side?  

4. Write a letter to your future self ten years from now.  

5. Create a story where the protagonist must conquer their biggest fear.  

6. What’s the best lesson you’ve ever learned, and how did it shape you?  

7. Write about a character who discovers a hidden talent.  

8. Describe your ideal day from sunrise to sunset.  

9. Explore the idea: "What if failure was just the beginning?"  

10. Write a story where gratitude becomes the key to solving a mystery.  

BENEFITS OF COLORING AS WELL AS JOURNALING

See what others say about the benefits of coloring:

Health Benefits of Coloring for Adults: mentions reducing stress and anxiety, improving motor skills and vision, sleep and also focus! - from Corewell Health 

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BENEFITS of daily or weekly journaling and coloring

Engaging in daily or weekly coloring and journaling can offer significant benefits for adults dealing with stress and anxiety. Here are some key advantages supported by research:

Engaging in daily or weekly coloring and journaling can offer significant benefits for adults dealing with stress and anxiety. Here are some key advantages supported by research:

1. Stress and Anxiety Reduction:

   - Coloring: Studies have shown that coloring intricate patterns, such as mandalas, can significantly reduce anxiety levels. 

   - Journaling: Expressive writing has been linked to decreased mental distress and increased well-being, including reductions in anxiety and depressive symptoms. 

2. Improved Emotional Well-being:

   - Coloring: Engaging in coloring activities can enhance positive emotions and decrease negative ones, contributing to overall emotional balance. 

   - Journaling: Regular journaling can help individuals gain control over their emotions and improve mental health by providing a safe outlet for expressing thoughts and feelings. 

3. Enhanced Mindfulness and Focus:

   - Coloring: The act of coloring requires focus and attention to detail, which can induce a meditative state, promoting relaxation and mindfulness. 

   - Journaling: Writing about one's experiences encourages self-reflection and mindfulness, helping individuals stay present and attentive to their thoughts and feelings. 

4. Increased Resilience:

   - Journaling: Engaging in positive affect journaling has been associated with greater resilience, aiding individuals in coping with stress more effectively. 

Incorporating these practices into your routine can serve as valuable tools for managing stress and enhancing mental well-being.

Sources

 Verywell Mind Why You Should Keep a Stress Relief Journal - Verywell Mind

Read the research behind the positive effects of journaling. Learn how journaling can reduce stress and improve health and wellbeing.

Cleveland Clinic 3 Reasons Adult Coloring Can Actually Relax Your Brain

In a more recent study, researchers evaluated the effectiveness of coloring a complex geometric design, like a mandala, on reducing anxiety with ...

Psychology Today Reduce Stress and Anxiety Levels with Journaling | Psychology Today

On the whole, the researchers found that expressive writing led to reduced blood pressure, improved immune system functioning, fewer visits to ...

UW-La Crosse [PDF] Journaling's Impact on Mental Health - UW-La Crosse

30% of participants reported a feeling of calm or peace and 24% reported feeling a reduction is stress/anxiety.