The science backed benefits of journaling and meditation. Could they be the secret to improving your mental wellbeing?

 

In this week’s episode, I discuss the science backed benefits of journaling and meditation. For me personally, journaling and meditation has had a positive impact on my mental wellbeing...but what does the research say? In this episode, I talk about the importance of rest and recovery, the science backed benefits of journaling and meditation, why I started these practices and tips for getting started.

I discuss:

  • What rest and recovery is and why it is important (2:00)

  • The evidenced-based benefits of journaling and meditation (6:56)

  • Challenges with meditation. How to maintain motivation to meditate when immediate benefits are not always seen (9:40)

  • How to meditate and my tips for getting started (14:40)

  • The benefits that I have experienced from regular meditation, specifically in relation to managing my anxiety (19:57)

  • The benefits of journaling and my personal relationship with it (24:03) 

  • Tips for getting started with journaling (29:10)

  • My favourite journal prompt to help you begin your journaling practice (31:30)

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Rachel Hawkins