Journaling is interesting. People use it as a brain and emotion dump, feeling better just “getting things out” in perhaps a more accessible space than spaces in conversations with others.

It is also useful as a way of creating and discovering new perspectives on just about anything in our lives—past, present, or future. The coaching here is about new perspectives and works from a unique model of journaling, dialogic journaling. This is journaling as dialogue with ourselves, the kind of dialogue that has the power to reveal new perspectives.

Dialogic journaling coaching can be one conversation, a series of conversations, or sporadic conversations when needed. These can focus on any or many of the most commonly asked questions and apply to people just starting out, people wanting a fresh approach to journaling, and people returning to journaling.

• What are the benefits of journaling?

• Is there a best way to journal?

• How often should I journal?

• Is handwriting or typing better?

• What should I journal about?

• Are there any risks or downsides to journaling?

• How do I know if journaling is working for me?

• Is there a best way to get started?
  

Read a brief article on Dialogic Journaling (3 min) here