S02, Ep.02: Journaling: Methods and Tips to Discover Your Unique Approach

Does journaling have to mean writing pages and pages of words? In this episode, we're having a conversation about the countless ways you can approach this practice, and how to make it work for you based on your personality and preferences. Whether it's making a list, using bullet points, doodling, writing by hand, or typing it out, you're sure to find an approach that works for you! Journaling doesn't have to be long or fancy to help you pay attention to God's movement in your life, and we hope this episode gives you a practical place to start.FREE DOWNLOAD:Get your free resource of journal prompts to help you get started with this practice for free HERE!00:00 Welcome to the REALIFE Practice Podcast00:37 Introducing the Season's Focus: Journaling01:13 Overcoming Barriers to Journaling02:11 Creative Approaches to Journaling03:27 Personal Journaling Practices04:53 Prompts and Tools for Journaling06:36 Making Journaling a Routine09:53 Journaling as a Spiritual Practice16:08 Community and Resources for Spiritual Growth18:24 Conclusion and Practical TipsJOIN OUR FREE COMMUNITYCLICK HERE to become part of the FREE REALIFE Process® Community! Connect with Teresa & Lindsay and other podcast listeners, plus find additional content to help you discover your best REALIFE.LIFE MAPPING TOOLSGain clarity at life’s transitions and know yourself and God better through our visual life maps. CLICK HERE to learn more about oneLife Maps.READ TERESA’S BOOKBanish busyness and discover a new way of being productive around what truly matters. Learn more at DoWhatMattersBook.com.About Teresa McCloy:Teresa McCloy is the founder and creator of the REALIFE Process®, a framework designed to empower individuals and groups with the tools, training, and community needed for personal and professional growth. Through the REALIFE Process®, Teresa is on a mission to help others grow in self-awareness, establish sustainable rhythms, and enhance their influence and impact by integrating faith and work into their everyday lives. She lives with her husband of 42 years on their 5th generation family farm in central Illinois and enjoys great coffee, growing beautiful flower gardens, and traveling as much as possible. Connect with Teresa on Facebook or Instagram.About Lindsay Sterchi:Lindsay Sterchi is the REALIFE Practice Executive Director at the REALIFE Process®, where she leads and guides our REALIFE Practice Membership and Community. She also writes about habits and rhythms for the Mind, Body, and Soul for a holistic approach to spiritual growth and formation at lindsaysterchi.substack.com. She lives with her husband Tyler and elementary-aged twin daughters. She has an M.A. in Transformational Leadership from Bethel Seminary, and her background is in church ministry.When she’s not working or spending time with her family, you’re most likely to find her reading a good book. Connect with Lindsay on Facebook or Instagram.