For centuries writing has been an activity that people have turned to in a wide variety of situations. An example of this is keeping a journal.
People turn to journal writing for a wide variety of reasons. For some it is a way to record the events of the day, whereas for other it is a way to document their life for future generations. Some people find journaling a great motivator to spur them on to great things, and others see it as a way to explore their inner-most thoughts or to deal with the trials and tribulations of life.
Writing Therapy takes this concept to the next level with a collection of tools that can help you in a wide variety of ways.
Some tools will help with specific issues such as forgiving people or releasing repressed anger whereas others, such as the built-in, journal, can be used in a multitude of ways and help with a wide range of situations.
Writing Therapy is not a direct replacement for conventional therapy, but it can be a wonderful alternative that you can use on its own, or in tandem with conventional therapy.
Over five-hundred scientific papers published over the last few decades provide an excellent insight into the usefulness and validity of journaling, expressive writing, and writing therapy in general. Experts on the topic have written many excellent books that provide a useful insight into how these powerful techniques can be used in real-life situations. You can find a recommended reading list by clicking on the link below.
The best way to learn about writing therapy is to dive in and give it a go. Initially, that might be just some general purpose journaling for a few minutes each morning, or you may choose to complete some of the more specific writing exercise. Whatever you choose, you can rest assured that you are treading a well-worn path that has already worked for thousands of people over many decades.
Recommended books on writing therapy
