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Joselyn Smeltzer's avatar

So good! I like your tip to just write whatever comes out when you’re in the height of emotion then revisit to process more deeply later

Bailey Gillespie's avatar

Thank you for letting me know, Joselyn! I’m so glad you found that helpful. I definitely need creative spaces that are private for this type of honest writing and expressing.

Tiffany Dugan's avatar

So very good!! I’ve called myself a “chronic journaler”, as I have been keeping a journal since I was about 7 years old. Spilling onto paper has always been my therapy and I could not recommend the practice enough!! ☺️

Bailey Gillespie's avatar

Thanks, Tiffany! I'm sure most people on Substack can relate to the powerful role that writing has played in their lives. That's why I love this community. How special to have all those old journals from your childhood (assuming you keep them). <3

Tiffany Dugan's avatar

Oh yes, I have a collection of well over 50 by now. 🤣 A true fire hazard, but worth it to me. ☺️

Sam DeCosmo's avatar

Great piece! Writing has absolutely saved me on some of my toughest days in my battle with chronic pain and depression. These are great tips for others to get started.

Bailey Gillespie's avatar

Thanks, Sam. How kind that God gave us the gift of artistic expression as a way to name, explore, and even restore the broken parts of life, weaving newness into our story. Where would we be without all these beautiful voices? Keep writing! 🥰

Fern E.M. Buszowski's avatar

Excellent article - I have used writing personally as well as in my practice for years and have found it so amazing to watch healing bloom. O.s. love the art you have used by Paul - I used to work with Paul years ago!

Bailey Gillespie's avatar

Thank you, Fern! And what a small world that you used to work with Paul. I just recently discovered his work and reached out to him. Blessings! 💛