How to Start a Journal Practice
Journaling is a form of self-reflection or introspection where one makes an account of their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. It is a helpful tool for people who want to reduce their stress levels & anxiety and can also be an effective recovery tool for those recovering from addiction. Whether you are looking for ways to improve yourself or just want to explore what’s going on in your life, journaling can help you get there.
In episode 230, I'm joined by Noelle Van Vlierbergen (for the second time!), a certified life & addiction recovery coach and the author of the book; The Sober Leap: Practical Wisdom to Create an Amazing Life Beyond Addiction.
Noelle shares her journal system, The Day by Daybook and tips to help you start a journal practice today!
What You'll Discover:
What led Noelle to get sober
Common misconceptions about journaling
Benefits of journaling in life and recovery
Alternatives to journaling if you don’t like to write
Tips on how to be consistent with journaling
How journaling helps reduce stress and anxiety
Tips on how to start a journal practice
About Noelle:
Noelle is an author and certified life and addiction recovery coach. Her background includes many years in corporate America as an executive coach supporting leaders in the fast-paced work environments of Apple and Sony.
Noelle is the author of The Sober Leap, Practical Wisdom to Create an Amazing Life Beyond Addiction.
She is the founder of Sober Design Studio, a hands-on motivational program for individuals in recovery or living a sober lifestyle, and Sober Moxie, an online community that provides inspiration to women in recovery.