Journaling Techniques Library
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Free Writing
Stream of consciousness writing without editing or judgment.
~ Set a timer for 10 minutes
~ Write without stopping
~ Don't edit or judge
~ Follow your thoughts wherever they lead
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Structured Prompts
Guided questions and themes for focused reflection.
~ Today I feel...
~ What I really want is...
~ If I could change one thing...
~ Three things I'm grateful for...
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Dialogue Writing
Conversation between different parts of yourself.
~ Inner Child dialogues
~ Future Self conversations
~ Body wisdom dialogues
~ Fear/Courage conversations
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List Making
Organized collection of thoughts, ideas, or goals.
~ Brain dumps
~ Priority lists
~ Dream inventories
~ Gratitude lists
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Mind Mapping
Visual brainstorming and connection-making.
~ Start with central theme
~ Branch out associations
~ Use colors and symbols
~ Connect related ideas
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Poetry and Prose
Creative expression through various writing forms.
~ Haiku for moments
~ Free verse emotions
~ Character sketches
~ Memory scenes
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Visual Journaling
Combining images and words for fuller expression.
~ Doodles and sketches
~ Color expression
~ Collage making
~ Symbol drawing goes here