Of all the things I have done in my life, I would pick journaling as my most productive and enjoyed success habit. This is the 30th year in a row I have been journaling my life. The most rewarding result of my personal journaling is I’ve kept a separate journal for every year; and I am now able to look back at and relive all of life's experiences and lessons. What I have found over time is that even my biggest trials and tribulations where a catalyst to move me to a better future. In the midst of sometimes insurmountable odds recording the events allowed me to see the clear path of how those hurdles got me to a specific direction. A direction in that moment of time I would have never thought possible. It is basic human nature to want to continue to grow more and experience more life. Many times in the day to day duties of work, finances, and raising a family it can feel like we are all on a speeding tread mill. Every year on New Years day I re-read my entire year’s journal from the previous year. During this time I reflect on the lessons learned, celebrations and accomplishments for that year. Often it is unbelievable how many experiences I have forgotten about and then instantly remember just by reading the journal entry. I believe that if you want to create a successful life journaling can give you the ability to focus on what you truly want.
It is our inherent nature and intuitive desire to stretch ourselves in all areas of life as humans. We all want to learn and expand our mental capacities to create more connection with what is most innately important to each of us. Whatever our individual values are they will be reflected in our own unique expression. Capturing our thoughts, dreams and desires along with our fears and frustrations can be the best mirror to success.
If you are someone that has never tried journaling before just remember it’s YOUR journal and there are no wrong or right ways. Here are some of the ways that I approach journaling for success:
1) Make it a habit. Keep your journal by your bedside so that it is near you. I like journaling best at night to capture my day or week. Many times I have an inspiration in the middle of the night that I record
2) Journal at least once a week to be able to have better clarity of your life experiences
3) At the beginning of your journal have a separate goal page so when you open your journal you can read it more often and continue to add to your goal list
4) Put your goals down into 3 categories
Be goals. Things you want to become.
Have goals. Things you want to have
Do goals. Things you want to do
5) Create a phrase or code of conduct of how you will live your life. A personal mission statement. Make it a powerful affirmation and read it every time you open your journal
6) When journaling make entry's based upon what's most important to you (family, financial, friends, fun, career, travel, spiritual, physical contribution, etc
7) Take your Journal with you when you travel. Sometimes the most insightful entry's come when you’re out of your normal routine.
7) Take your Journal with you when you travel. Sometimes the most insightful entry's come when you’re out of your normal routine.
8) Re-read your entire journal each season and most importantly at the end of the year. Looking back always gives a great reflection on the future you want to create.
NOW GO JOURNAL, A NEW YEAR A NEW YOU.
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