Journaling can be very therapeutic in releasing and letting go of every day stresses. In recent years, researchers have found that keeping a journal has a positive impact on physical well-being. Psychologist and researcher, James Pennebaker (University of Texas-Austin) believes that regular journaling strengthens immune cells, called T-lymphocytes. Pennebaker says that writing about stressful events helps you come to terms with them, thereby reducing the impact of these stressors on physical health. Other research has shown that journaling decreases the symptoms of asthma and rheumatoid arthritis.
Kimberly Ware's healing journal, "Heal My Wings: A Healing Guide for Women" is based on the twelve principles of healing. The twelve principles are: healing your heart, mind, body, spirit, soul, family, faith, courage, strength, wisdom, willpower, and though life reflection. Offering modern-day stories and examples from her own personal experiences, she gives tips and exercises on spiritual healing.
Kimberly lives on Cobbs Creek Lane in Metro Decatur.
Some bloggers are essentially publishing their dairies online for the whole world to read, but worldwide publication is not really necessary for stress relief.
Others seem to use conversation with friends (even on the cell phone while driving) to vent their frustrations and reduce stress. If they cause a wreck, they are going to get the opposite effect.
A rather melodramatic male friend told me recently that he was having a hard time dealing with job stress. Being rather insensitive, I replied I thought that was just part of life. Guess I wasn't helpful, eh?
