Journaling Context I recently attended a one-day writing retreat here on Salt Spring Island, BC, where I live. I was supposed to be at a Celebration of Life that day, for a friend who died of a heart attack suddenly and unexpectedly. He was 56 years old, only one year ... Read More >>
4 Good Reasons to Join our IAJW Journaling Community 1. We are a place where journal writers belong! Community is a place of belonging, connection, and inspiration. Connection fuels our creativity and well-being both on and off the page. Whether you join our live monthly member events or take advantage of ... Read More >>
Fabulous After Fifty Podcast with host, Julie Kennedy I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Julie Kennedy on her inspiring podcast dedicated to women over 50. She is a long time journaler and we had fun talking about all things journaling. Here is what she said in her recap notes of this episode: ... Read More >>
Meet Lyn Smith, IAJW Member from Tasmania, Australia Lyn Smith is one of the original members in the IAJW and has been part of our global journaling community for over 7 years. Lyn regularly participates in our monthly member events including our Writing Alone Together Circles and our inspiring ZoomChat Guest Interviews. Lyn has ... Read More >>
Journaling is a storytelling practice. Journal writing is also a self-inquiry practice, a reflective practice, a meaning making practice. Writing about our inner lives and outer worlds helps us make sense of our experiences, helps us heal, and helps us grow. Journal writing is a way of noticing and acknowledging the mystery, wonder, complexity ... Read More >>
About the Authors of Affirmations for Self Love: Eric Maisel has inspired many with his 50 + books in the world. I believe the first book I read of Eric’s was Fearless Creating and I’ve appreciated many more since. Eric is a retired family therapist and active creativity coach who is a member of ... Read More >>
Congratulations to Amy Muscoplat who is our IAJW Member of the Month for April 2024! A message from Lynda Monk, Director, IAJW.org Amy is being honoured as our IAJW Member of the Month because her presence in our journaling community is positively felt by myself and others. Amy truly takes ... Read More >>
4 Easy Ways to Journal for Female Entrepreneurs Written by Carol Brennan During the pandemic, I felt an anxious knot in my stomach. Perhaps you know the feeling. I had so much to do but didn’t know how to get started. I run a journal coaching business. And if you work for yourself, you’ll ... Read More >>
Journaling & Rug Hooking Article by Gwen Dixon Photos provided by featured rug hookers. Lately, the concept of journaling and rug hooking has captured my interest. With the dedication and inspiration to explore further, I discover myself not only jotting down experiences and thoughts but also delving into the intricate art of rug hooking. ... Read More >>
Do you want to create the journaling habit? This is part of our How to Journal series of articles. Journaling, like any other worthwhile habit, has many benefits. With the New Year soon before us, many people want to start, and hope to sustain, healthy habits, including journaling. Journaling is a practice that has ... Read More >>