# 73: The Healing Pen: Preventing Stress & Burnout Through Journaling with Lynda Monk

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Episode Summary:

On this episode I’m joined by Lynda Monk, author and journaling expert, to talk about journaling as a tool for self-care, personal growth, and stress management.

With her background in social work and burnout prevention, Lynda understands the importance of a reflective practice like journaling in maintaining overall well-being.

Regular journaling has been shown to improve immune function, reduce stress, increase resilience, offer clarity, and guide you through life's difficult transitions. It also offers a platform for self-expression, allowing us to process our thoughts and emotions in a healthy, beneficial way.

Whether you're a seasoned journaler or curious about the practice, don't miss this episode

In this episode, we discuss:

• Benefits of journaling for improved self-care and wellness
• Warding off burnout
• Expressive writing as a therapeutic exercise
• Harnessing your innate wisdom and intuitive power
• Personal transformation
• Successfully navigating life’s changes.

“Journaling is an accessible and effective practice that can have tremendous benefits for our emotional, physical, psychological, and spiritual well-being.” - Lynda Monk

Highlights:

03:15 - Importance of Journaling

06:58 - Making Yourself a Priority

10:45 - Linda's Journey with Journaling

14:46 - Benefits of Journaling

18:05 - The Importance of Self-Care

31:05 - Expressing Emotions and Focusing on the Positive

Guest Bio:

Lynda Monk is the Director of The International Association of Journal Writing, known for her profound insights into the therapeutic and life-changing power of journaling. She inspires individuals to harness the power of writing to heal and transform their lives. Lynda is the co-editor and co-author of several books including The Great Book of Journaling; Transformation Journaling for Coaches, Therapists and Clients; Writing Alone Together, and she is the author of Life Source Writing™️.

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