What Is a Gratitude Journal For? A Modern Guide to Gratitude Journaling

Open gratitude journal with blank lined pages and a brown pen resting on top, placed on a wooden bench—symbolizing the start of a daily gratitude journaling practice.

Updated 11/2025 Have you ever wondered “what is a gratitude journal for?” It’s a fair question. You’ve seen the Instagram posts, promoting something trendy like the latest journal or maybe even bought a beautifully leather covered notebook only to let it sit on the shelf.  But a gratitude journal isn’t…

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Why Journaling Helps (and How to Make It Actually Work)

Illustration of a person journaling, symbolizing how writing thoughts on paper improves mental clarity, mindfulness, and emotional health — concept art for why journaling helps.

Updated 10/12/2025 Ever feel like your mind is juggling 17 spinning plates and you know one of them is going to have a mind of its own? That’s where journaling can help. (This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, I may earn a commission…

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What Is A Meditation Journal And How Can They Help?

Meditation journal setup with a journal and nature – a mindfulness practice starter kit

Updated 8/30/2025 Discover Inner Peace Through Meditation Journaling Are you looking for more clarity, mindfulness, or emotional balance in your life? A meditation journal may be just the tool you’ve been missing. In this guide, I’ll answer questions like what is a meditation journal for, how it works, and why…

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Hi! Welcome to journalingmeditation.com! I hope you find what you need to help support the amazing practice of meditation! My Story 12 years ago, I experienced a life changing event. And I wasn’t ready for it. I found myself in a deep, dark place that seemed impossible to escape from….

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