Journaling is the practice of writing in a Journal to intentionally record and reflect on what has happened over the course of a day (diary) or longer period.
Primary purpose of journaling
The primary purpose of Journaling is to notice your life in a way that leads to personal growth, and not purely historical recording. Journaling is a self-improvement practice.
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There are several Benefits of journaling and a Journal entry prompt will encourage the Habit and reflection over pure recording.