We are experiencing a stressful time in America. It doesn’t matter who you support or who you voted for; the chaos and anxiety of this moment affect all of us.
People are angry, worried, stressed, and fearful, which can spill over into their everyday interactions with friends, loved ones, neighbors, and coworkers.
And it’s not just the U.S., dear readers and listeners. I have friends and family all over the world, and they are worried, too. They’re worried about how things will change here, but they are also dealing with their own local uncertainty, political challenges, and dangers.
So yeah, we are all going through a lot and need to process our feelings and the physical impact in healthy ways. Yesterday, my Invincible Career community had its first live meeting of the year.
A few of us talked about how we use intense exercise to manage our stress and depression.
Some create music to deal with their anxiety and stress.
Some create art.
And some of us write.
I use exercise and outdoor activities to stay sane. But I’m a writer, too (obviously). I write a ton of nonfiction (e.g., newsletters, articles, books), but I also write a lot of fiction (e.g., stories, poetry).
I also start every single day with morning journaling. It helps me process my thoughts, regulate my emotions, and feel more hopeful about the future. I’ve discussed the power of writing and journaling, which you can read in the article linked below.
From the Harvard Business Review:
A certain kind of guided, detailed writing can not only help us process what we’ve been through and assist us as we envision a path forward; it can lower our blood pressure, strengthen our immune systems, and increase our general well-being. Expressive writing can result in a reduction in stress, anxiety, and depression; improve our sleep and performance; and bring us greater focus and clarity. (source)
In today’s podcast episode for Invincible Life, I explain in more detail how and why I created my new morning journals, how to use them to get the most out of morning journaling, and why journaling is so good for you and your well-being!
I wanted the journals to support the personal ebb and flow of life, the daily ebb and flow of creativity and energy, and the seasonal ebb and flow of what matters to you in those moments of time. The journal covers below reflect this seasonal design.
Scroll up, hit play, and listen. I’d love to hear how you’ve used journaling — if you’re willing to share in the comments.
I’m Larry Cornett, a Freedom Coach who works with you to optimize your career, business, and life. My mission is to help you become a more "Invincible You" so you can live your life on your terms instead of being controlled by someone else's rules. My wife and I live in Northern California near Lake Tahoe.
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