Writing is an amazing tool to let your mind escape. People can have hard times putting the right words together in a sentence when it comes to communicating verbally, and it's easy to stutter and stumble on your words. But with journaling, you have the platform to think, create, and then put your thoughts on pages in the desired order. It's more organized and is a great hobby to invest in. Journaling is wonderful for anyone: stressed, busy, happy, sad, you name it. It's the perfect outlet to let out emotions, organize thoughts, get creative, reflect, and so much more. Being busy can let your mind neglect any personal time that everyone needs, but some sit-down time with a pen and journal can be the most therapeutic thing you can do for you and your mental health.

Keeping a journal has kept me sane and allowed me to write on a deeper and more emotional level. It's different than a finsta where you blab about how wild your weekend was and other irrelevant nonsense. It's personal and taken to a new level, regardless of what you write about, your journal is special because it's something only you have access to. You're in a judgment-free zone. Using it to write guilty confessions or embarrassing stories is healthy! Getting something off your chest and admitting is the first step (♫ and hey, you know, ain't nobody perfect ♫). The times where you're crying and panting heavily because of a tragedy, and you can't make out the right words to explain it correctly, try writing it down. You'd be amazed how much better you feel afterward.

It's also perfect for planning your future and setting goals. Something I've learned while keeping a journal is that it's the perfect tool to reminisce. As I read old entries, I'm astonished at how different things were then than they are now. Seeing how much improvement and growth that has taken place within me is the most rewarding feeling.

No matter how you choose to write in a journal, keeping one, in general, is a very valuable and precious thing to have. Having a physical representation of the life you currently live will hold more value to you in the future. You'll be able to see what experiences you went through that shaped you into who you are now, and seeing the detailed work will make it that much special. Keep a journal and use it however you please. Your future self will thank you!