New to creative journalling?
Wondering where to start? Well, here we aim to answer some frequently asked questions (FAQs). And respond to some key thoughts, statements, ideas . . .
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Your Creative Journal Is For You . . .
We’ve learned to see creativity as something elitist. I’m not creative. I can’t draw. Or write meaningful things. All this and more may bubble to the surface when considering creative journalling. Worse still — who’ll see this meandering (sometimes deeply revealing) mess?
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Creative Journalling Can Be Green . . .
Some say:
“The Earth would just be eh without art.” But have you ever considered the amount of paper — trees. And paint — often plastic derived and crammed with chemicals. Are consumed in the name of art?
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On Perfectionism, Mess & Mistakes
Creative journalling is a process. A journey. An exploration. A kind of adventure. Requiring us to let go and let live. There will be ebbs. There will be flows. There will be mistakes. There may be blobs. Dribbles. Scrawls which make your skin crawl . . .
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Finding Time for Creative Journalling
The washing. Work emails. Job applications. Mending that wheel on Jack's bike. So many things vie for our attention. And letting ourselves loose with a plethora of pens and paints can feel self indulgent. So we relegate activities, like creative journalling, to the bottom of our already bursting To Do lists . . .
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Creative Journalling for Self Care . . .
Despite it’s regular use by therapists few studies have been made on creative journalling and its benefits, specifically. Yet it’s creative possibilities suggest journalling is an ideal pursuit for those seeking to release, relax, reconnect.
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What Do I Need to Journal?
Start where you are, with what you have. It can be that simple . . .
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Drawing Skills Aren’t Essential . . .
Yes, a deftly drawn line can be divine. Impressive. Beautifully expressive. But an aptitude for drawing is not a prerequisite for creative journalling . . .
Read moreJournalling 101 - Do I Have to Be Creative to Journal?
But I’m Not Creative!
Creativity is a loaded word. A much misunderstood word. Haunted by ghosts of art teachers past. Weighted with words uttered by well-meaning parents concerning arty crafty things being airy fairy things . . .
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The beauty of creative journalling is . . .
Anything goes. All those pleasures that consumed you as a child can be put to good use, think . . .
Read moreJournalling 101 - So What's a Creative Journal Exactly?
A Creative Journal is . . .
A book to play in. A place to express yourself visually. Without judgement. A space to reflect, release, reimagine. Gather thoughts, feelings, inspirations. A place to let your mind wander. And your eye wonder . . .
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