• Benefits of “the writing cure” (journaling)
• Basic journaling guidelines
• Cautions for journaling
• Journaling techniques to avoid and ease compassion fatigue. Top

4. Journal to the Self®
I am a member of the international community of certified instructors of JOURNAL TO THE SELF®, based on the work of Kathleen Adams. We are passionate about the power of personal writing to enhance the well-being of the whole person: body, mind, emotions, and spirit. Learning different ways to write in your journal adds color, perspective and dimension to your reflective writing. With the help of these journal tools, you can gently but powerfully explore the various aspects of yourself, your life, and your relationships with others.

In the JOURNAL TO THE SELF® workshop designed and developed by Kathleen Adams and based on her book of the same name, you will learn how to:
• Safely release tension, frustration, anger and other strong emotions.
•  Access your subconscious and unconscious minds and tap into the vast  knowledge stored there.
• Keep a record for the future of how your life unfolds.
• Track cycles, patterns and trends in your life.
• Unlock the mysteries of your dreams.
• Experiment with creative writing.
• Outwit dreaded writer’s block and increase overall writing skills.
• Find support for your journaling from your peers.
• Write your own autobiography.
• Clarify goals.
• Increase time-management and organizational skills.
• Write spontaneously and with joy.
• Regard your journal as a trusted, valued friend.

I would love to guide you through a JOURNAL TO THE SELF® workshop, which offers up to 18 simple techniques you can use anytime to enhance and deepen your journal writing. These workshops can be customized and adapted as needed to a variety of audiences. Never journaled before? Never fear! JOURNAL TO THE SELF® is perfect for beginning and experienced journalers alike. Top