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  In " Pages, Prompts and Poses: Journaling Through a Pandemic ," published by Yoga Chicago , MSI Press author Julie Gentile makes the following recommendations: Choose a journal that speaks to you.   Write about what inspires you or recent observations you’ve made.   Make up your own journaling rules.   Get into a groove.   Read your words.   Read the full article to get all the helps, tips, and prompts that Julie generously offers. To read more posts about Julie and her books, click HERE .

Adding yet another thing to your to-do list when you're already overwhelmed may be out of the question, but what if this extra thing could help bring more clarity and balance to the rest of your life? Enter journaling—one of my favorite self-care practices. Journaling helps me to continuously check in with myself, organizes my thoughts and brings laser focus to what areas of my life are in need of more attention. Journal every day to be well on your way to more clarity and balance. Journaling can help you: 1.      Articulate who you are and name what it is that you want. 2.      Become more aware of your habits and patterns so you can modify them if needed. 3.      Let go of stress, release emotions that no longer serve you and process experiences. 4.      Spark creativity, including helping to identify innovative solutions you may not have previously considered. 5.   ...

Congratulations to Julie Gentile for her article, "A Journal Entry a Day to Help You Let Go of Grief Your Way" on My Greiving Place.  Read it here . Julie is author of the award-winning booi, 108 Yoga and Self Care Practices for Busy Mamas .