Description
Morning journal completion involves taking a few minutes each morning to write down your main intentions of the day, write down & feel the things you are grateful for, and Journal anything that came to mind while meditating or ideas you would like to implement.
Time Commitment
5–10 minutes
Suggested Frequency
Daily
Time of Day
Morning, preferably before starting your daily activities
How to Do It
Open up the Journal in the Ultiself App. Write down your main intentions of the day. Write down the 3 things you are grateful for and really feel the grateful feelings. Scroll to the bottom of the journal section and write down any ideas that came up when meditating, or any ideas you would like to implement.
Required Equipment
Your Ultiself app, Journal or notebook, pen or pencil.
Benefits
Morning journaling helps clarify your thoughts, set intentions, and align your actions with your goals. It enhances self-awareness, promotes gratitude, reduces stress, and increases focus and productivity throughout the day.
Why it works
Morning journaling allows you to prioritize and organize your thoughts, providing a clear direction for the day. It helps bring awareness to your goals, aspirations, and areas of focus, making it easier to take actionable steps towards them.
Possible Side Effects
None.
Tips
- Keep your morning journaling practice simple and flexible to fit your preferences and schedule.
- Focus on gratitude and positive aspects of your life to cultivate a positive mindset.
- Use prompts or writing exercises if you need inspiration or guidance for your journaling.
- Be consistent with your morning journaling practice to maximize its benefits.
Supporting Studies and Articles
- "The Health Benefits of Journaling" - University of Rochester Medical Center
- "Emotional and Physical Health Benefits of Expressive Writing" - Baikie, K. A., & Wilhelm, K. (2005)
