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The Power of Putting Pen to Paper
Tsion Abate
August 04, 2025
YOUR WEEKLY AFFIRMATION
“I give myself the space to feel, reflect, and grow”.
About a couple of months ago, my entire feed was flooded with people promoting journaling - morning pages, shadow work, gratitude lists, all of it. At first, I thought it was just another self-help trend. But eventually, I gave it a try - not to romanticize my mornings or build a new habit, but just to see what the hype was about.
It wasn’t life-changing, but it did something. It gave me a moment to slow down and check in with myself, something I didn’t realize I’d been avoiding.
Journaling is simply writing down your thoughts. That’s it. You don’t need fancy prompts, a cute notebook, or even perfect grammar. It’s just a way to reflect, release, and learn more about yourself.
So, in this edition of The Level Up Letter, we’ll go through how journaling helps you level up through small moments of honesty and how you can make it part of your life in a way that’s consistent and realistic.
This Weeks Lesson
There are countless ways journaling can change your life but the most important one is that it gives you a chance to be honest with yourself. When you write down what’s really on your mind, you start to see patterns, feelings, and thoughts that usually get buried in the noise of daily life. This kind of honesty helps you understand yourself better and figure out what you really want or need.
It also helps you clear your mind. Writing things down takes the mental clutter off your shoulders and makes problems feel less overwhelming. When your thoughts are on paper, it’s easier to focus on what matters and make better decisions.
Another benefit of journaling is that it helps you learn more about yourself. When you write regularly, you start to notice what truly matters to you, what triggers your emotions, and what brings you peace. Over time, journaling becomes like having your own personal therapist - a space to explore your thoughts, work through challenges, and celebrate your wins.
Try asking yourself simple questions in your journal, like “What made me feel good today?” or “What’s been on my mind the most?” These prompts can help you uncover patterns and understand your feelings better without pressure or judgment.
Now that we’ve covered what journaling is and how it can help us, let’s talk about how we can make it part of our routine.
The key to making journaling part of your routine is to keep it simple. You don’t need to write pages every day, even a few minutes or a sentence can make a difference. Try to set a regular time, like in the morning or before bed, and dedicate that time for journaling only.
Some other tips are:
Don’t worry about being perfect. Your journal isn’t for anyone else, just you. Write whatever comes to mind, even if it feels messy or random.
Use prompts if you get stuck, like “What am I grateful for today?” or “What’s one thing I learned about myself this week?”
Keep your journal somewhere visible, like on your nightstand or desk, so you remember to use it.
If you miss a day (or a few), don’t stress. Just start again when you can. Consistency is about showing up over time, not perfection.
Remember: Journaling doesn’t have to be complicated or perfect. It’s simply a small moment you take each day to be honest with yourself and clear your mind. The more you show up for yourself this way, the more you’ll start to notice the little shifts that add up to big change. So grab your pen, start writing, and see where it takes you.
This Week’s Blog edition
We’ve all been in our lazy girl era. The days where motivation is nowhere to be found, the to-do list is collecting dust, and binge-watching feels way easier than building the life you dream of.
But deep down, you know you’re meant for more. You’re craving structure, energy, and purpose, even if it feels hard to get started. The good news? You don’t need to become a whole new person overnight. You just need to start showing up for yourself in small, consistent ways.
Exiting your lazy girl era isn’t about forcing yourself to do hard things, it's about choosing to do small healthy actions that make you feel good about yourself. You don’t need a perfect plan, just a starting point. It’s not about doing everything at once, but about doing something with intention. Whether it’s tidying your space, setting one simple goal, or getting out of bed when you said you would. Every small step is proof that you’re moving forward. Little by little, you shift out of survival mode and into your becoming era.
So in this edition of my blog, I’ll be sharing six easy ways to help you exit your lazy girl era and step into the disciplined, energized, and elevated version of yourself. These tips are simple, doable, and designed to help you build momentum without overwhelming you in the process.
Try journaling for just five minutes today. Write whatever comes to mind. Then, if you want, hit reply and tell me how it went. I’m here reading every message.
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