Something most of us don’t do intentionally on a regular basis is slowing down long enough to access peace and calm. Regular journaling fosters mindfulness and encourages you to stay present and aware of your daily experiences. Writing about thoughts and feelings also reduces stress and can serve as a stress management tool by providing a way to unload worries and process stressful events.

Sometimes we become so overwhelmed with our challenges and trials, we are blinded to our own gifts and blessings, and we can even become blinded to the pain of those around us. However, there is a powerful antidote to our own personal pain…

There’s a distinct difference between self-esteem and self-worth. ‘Esteem’ describes…