9 Creative Mental Health Journaling Ideas When Your Brain Needs An Outlet)

 Creative Journaling Ideas For Mental Health

I bet you think you have a lot of journals, huh?

Well, my journal collection could probably fill the New York Public Library.

And if you’re anything like me then you might be wondering what in the world can I do with all of these journals and notebooks (besides wondering, why the heck did I buy all of these things lol).

Fortunately, there are tons of creative ways you can use your journals and notebooks.

But some of the best ways to use them is to boost your mental health. I have lots of journaling ideas for mental health that I’m going to share with you!

There is something so therapeutic about blank pieces of paper bound together with wire.

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5 Gentle Ways to Trust God When You’re Emotionally Drained!

Trusting God In Our Darkest Moments

So as you know this past year & a half has been a time of upheaval and uncertainty.

It seems like the world is getting more chaotic and violent.

News headlines screaming of violent crimes surges, evictions, disease, and death could keep you swimming in fear and anxiety…if you let it.

It would be easy to let fear grip up and never let go but it doesn’t and shouldn’t be that way.

I know… easier said than done, I know. I know it’s hard to stay sane when there seems to be one crisis after another after another.

That’s why in today’s post, I want to share with you some ways that you can learn to trust God in these tough times and stay connected to God & your Christian family during times of crisis even if you can’t be together.

And please know that these ideas and tips are things that we can do no matter what’s going on in our lives personally or in the world at large. 

Sometimes we need a reminder of ways that we can draw closer with each other and to the Lord.

I hope this post will show you some ways to strengthen your trust and faith in God! 

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How to Recognize Anxiety Triggers Before They Spiral Out Of Control!

How To Identify Your Fears & Anxiety Triggers

A bad break-up.

A sick child.

Medical bills piling up with no idea of how you’re going to pay for it.

The truth is there are so many potential fears & anxiety triggers that it can be hard to know how to get to the root of your anxiety and figure out what in the world is causing those knots to tighten in your stomach.

I know everyone experiences anxiety from time to time.

There are unexpected circumstances that come up in life that leave us feeling more worried, scared, or anxious than usual.

Experiencing anxiety every now and then is normal.

But I’m talking about the kind of fear that hovers over you to the point where you can’t enjoy activities that you used to love.

The kind of anxiety that debilitates you.

If that’s the kind of fear you have and you want to know the root cause of it then please stick around.

Why?

Because digging deep and learning the root of your anxiety issues can help you stop an anxiety attack from happening in the future.

So let’s dive right in so you can start to get the help you need.

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Why Walking Is The Perfect Workout For Weight Loss Beginners Who Get Burned Out or Easily Injured!

What is a good beginner workout to lose weight? These 2 exercise programs helped me lose 50 Pounds!

So you’re trying to start a new workout regimen as a beginner but you don’t know where to start?

It can seem totally overwhelming especially if you’ve never worked out or it’s just been years since you’ve done it.

At the start of my weight loss journey, I remember staring at the treadmill knowing I should get on it or start some sort of workout program but finding it hard to literally put one foot in front of another.

50 pounds later, I can say it was one of the best decisions I ever made.

Once you start seeing results I know you’ll feel the same.

Just so you won’t be in suspense, the two workouts that I recommend for weight loss beginners are Leslie Sansone’s Walk At Home DVDs & Turbo Fire From BeachBody.

If you haven’t heard of these programs then just stick around because I’ll explain more later.

In today’s post I’m going to answer these questions for you:

-What is the best beginner workout to lose weight?

–How long do you have to work out before you start losing weight?

-Is the 7-minute workout good for weight loss?

-Is working out 30 minutes a day enough to lose weight?

-What do I need to get started working out?

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13 Practical Mental Health Activities I Rely On When I’m Burned Out!

13 Fun Activities To Improve Your Mental Health

With everything going on in the world, it is not surprising that you would be searching for fun activities to improve your mental health.

That’s why I am going to share with you 13 fun ways you can find relief from your anxious and intrusive thoughts without ever leaving your house.

These are coping techniques that have worked for me when I’ve dealt with anxiety.

Here is what we will cover is very simple:

• Why you shouldn’t have shame when seeking help with anxiety
• 13 Fun Mental Health Activities You Can Try Today 

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5 Reasons To Choose Online Therapy When You Have ADHD and Feel Overwhelmed!

Should I try online therapy is the same question I asked myself over 10 years ago when I was suffering from depression and anxiety.

Not only was I depressed and anxious but I also had unrecognized ADHD. which explained why everything felt so hard, overwhelming, and exhausting—even things that were “supposed” to help me.

I knew I needed help escaping the dark prison that was my brain but the thought of talking to someone face to face was not an option for me at that time.

This may be the same situation you see yourself in at the moment and so I’m going to tell you upfront:

Yes, you should get online therapy and in today’s post, I’m going to tell you why and where you can get it.

This is what we’ll cover:

• What online therapy is
• How online therapy works
• 5 ways to know if it’s right for you and your current struggles
• Which online therapy platform I used and recommend and the different mental health struggles they address to see if they cover your specific issue.

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How To Walk at Home for Weight Loss When Gyms Feel Like Too Much!

Free Printable Walking Journal To Make At Home Weight Loss Easier!

Is walking at home an effective way to lose weight?

Does walking around the house even count as exercise?

If you have these and other similar thoughts wandering in your head and restricting you from starting your weight loss journey, you’ve come to the right place!

I will answer all these questions and more in today’s post!

Even though there are 35+ jaw-dropping examples of people (including me) who have already lost weight with walking and eating healthier, I am here to give you clarity regarding the effectiveness and the results of walking at home for weight loss!

And before we get started, you can go ahead and CLICK HERE to get a free Walking Printable Fitness Tracker and other weight loss trackers!

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Grief Journal Printable To Help You Heal In A Healthy Way

I can’t lie…

I got emotional while I was creating this grief journal printable and I’m not even grieving the loss of a loved one.

That’s how powerful these grief writing prompts are.

I looked them over and it tore me up thinking about how I might need these prompts one day when I experience the pain of loss.

If you or someone you know is grieving, I truly believe that journaling is an activity that will help them heal.

That is why I created this printable grief journal…to help people heal in a healthy way.

You see what many of us want to do when we are wheeling from losing a loved one is bury the pain.

Maybe then the pain will go away.

Maybe then you won’t hurt so bad.

But let me tell you.

That don’t work.

When you are confronted with the pain of a searing loss you will deal with that pain one way or another.

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7 Unique Stress-Relieving Hobbies for ADHD Brains That Never Slow Down!

Top 7 Calming & Stress-Relieving Hobbies To Help Combat Anxiety

Have you ever lived with something so long that you begin to think it’s normal?

Then you get a clue and you’re like wait I’m not meant to live like this!

I had that realization this week about anxiety.

Although I’ve overcome depression completely and given anxiety more than a few punches, I still am not completely free and I’m guessing you’re not either.

I guess I thought hey as long as my anxiety isn’t paralyzing like it was before then it’s ok to have some anxiety.

But why though?

The goal should be to beat anxiety in the face and win the fight, not settle for being less anxious.

There’s a reason why Jesus said don’t worry over and over again.

He doesn’t want us to use precious brain cells and time worrying when we could be praying to the Father and getting real results.

So in today’s post, I’m going to talk about some stress-reducing hobbies and tips to start beating stress for good.

These are some of the ways that I’ve used to help me at least get a strong grip on anxiety.

But first I’m going to tell you HOW to use these tips because that’s equally as important. 

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How To Walk At Home With A Treadmill When The Gym Isn’t Happening!

How To Walk Indoors Without A Treadmill

If you’re trying to get in shape but aren’t really about that gym life or you’re still on lockdown restriction then don’t worry…

I got you.

What you can do is to try walking at home!

You do not even need to invest in a treadmill (although I’m looking to buy one before the year ends)!

Let’s admit it.

A treadmill is quite an investment! I mean yeah it’s a worthy one but it can cost up to $1000 for a good quality one.

Fortunately, you don’t have to pay all of that money to lose weight and get fit…trust me.

The truth is, you can still achieve your fitness goals by walking at home without a treadmill!

Don’t believe me?

Well, if you didn’t know already, I lost about 50 pounds just by walking an hour serveral days a week and eating healthier!

I’ll be sure to tell you more about my walking routine that I used to lose 50 pounds.

And it’s not just me that’s lost weight by walking…there are countless other people with walk at home weight loss results too, as the blog post linked above will attest to!

Crazy right?

So today I’m spilling some secrets and sharing some cool ways on how to walk at home without a treadmill!

Enough of my babbling…Let’s get started already!Continue reading