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journal writing / expressive art therapy
coping technique using the expression of thoughts, feelings, memories, and ideas in written form
therapeutic journal writing
journal writing enhances
self-awareness
effects of journal writing on physical and emotional health
decreases BP
decreases cholesterol levels
decreases stress
how to initiate journal writing
- notebook dedicated solely to journal
- utensil
- quiet, uninterrupted environment
immediate benefits of journal writing
getting rid of toxic thoughts on paper
allows the release of thoughts, feelings, etc
writing meditation
long-term benefits of journal writing
helps identify patterns
detach
reading between the lines
journal writing styles
dream journals
unsent letters
technique of self-expression and self-awareness employing various media to describe feelings/thoughts that words cannot
art therapy
goals of art therapy
strengthening the ego
cathartic experience
uncover anger
reduce guilt
impulse control
new outlet
artistic roadblock
i can’t draw!
ways around artistic roadblock
art therapy is non-competitive and there is no right or wrong
materials for art therapy
crayons, colored pencils, white paper
initiating art therapy
healing images
positive themes
drawing yourself
part of your body
benefit of doodling
uncovering messages from the surface of the unconscious mind
art therapy use in relation to stress-related problems
migraines, headaches
