How to change your life by journaling in 2026

By Bill Jackson December 17, 2025 1 mins read 132334 Views

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Hey friends, I’ve been journaling almost every day for a decade, and I honestly think it’s one of the fastest ways to understand yourself and redesign your life. In this video, we’ll explore why journaling is so powerful, how your thoughts and feelings shape your actions, and the simple techniques you can start using right now. Hope you enjoy xx

🔗 LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS VIDEO

📔 Storyworthy by Matthew Dicks: https://geni.us/storyworthy-matthew

📘 The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron: https://geni.us/OBp2fQa

⌚️ TIMESTAMPS

00:00 Introduction
0:50 Why Journaling Is Important?
9:11 The 3 Levels of Journaling
19:10 Actionable Tips to Start Journaling

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