Writing is exceptionally helpful for those who deal with low self-esteem, depressed or anxious. Writing gives you the opportunity to reflect and express yourself fully without any interruptions. Writing in a journal is a great way to just get it all out of your head and right before your eyes.

Here are 9 benefits of writing in your journal:

1. Reduce stress
2. Clarifying your thoughts and feelings
3. Know yourself better
4. Solve problems more effectively
5. Resolves disagreements with others
6. Makes you step back and evaluate your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors
7. Brings your emotions and motivations into alignment with the deepest value
8. Helps you see other people’s perspective alongside your own
9. Helps you take a definite course in action

Use your journal or worksheets to reflect and explore your deepest desires.