Writing As a Relaxation Tool
There is much to be said about the meditative qualities of writing.
I'm not talking about writing an article or a letter.
I'm talking about really just letting your mind go and just writing.
Deep levels of relaxation can be achieved just by picking up a pen and paper or if you prefer...
sitting at your desk! When you set your mind to write something your mind immediately starts going to everything you know about that subject.
Because it takes your mind longer to remember, categorize, and summarize these things your thought process slows down.
This type of meditative trance can produce some really great writing as well as be an excellent tool for stress release.
Do you keep a journal or diary? Think about the mind state you are in when you write it.
Does it calm you down? Many people use a journal or diary to not only document their memories but also to have a place to de-stress.
Imagine a book which reflects your mind.
Your true thoughts laid out with out judgment.
The release of these emotions can be vary powerful for some people.
Some people are a bit too afraid to put their innermost thoughts to paper and keep them.
Writing used as a method for relaxation isn't about keeping a journal it is more about releasing your thoughts.
Many people find it helpful to just destroy their writing after creating it.
This can help put your mind at ease as far as privacy issues go as well as sort of a symbolic gesture.
A personal journal gives a good topic for your meditation writings but keep in mind you can write about anything.
If there is one particular subject that you know a lot about and want to put some thoughts to paper it is a great opportunity to practice this form of meditation.
Often people will set a timer or stopwatch for a short period of time.
They then will try to write as much as possible during that period of time without stopping.
It is a difficult thing to do but eventually the mind reaches a state where time itself seems to slow down.
I have found writing as a form of relaxation a great tool.
I hope you have learned a bit about how writing can help you de-stress and wind down from a busy day.
Whether you are writing for pleasure, a journal, or even an online blog, when done properly it can be a great form of meditation.
I'm not talking about writing an article or a letter.
I'm talking about really just letting your mind go and just writing.
Deep levels of relaxation can be achieved just by picking up a pen and paper or if you prefer...
sitting at your desk! When you set your mind to write something your mind immediately starts going to everything you know about that subject.
Because it takes your mind longer to remember, categorize, and summarize these things your thought process slows down.
This type of meditative trance can produce some really great writing as well as be an excellent tool for stress release.
Do you keep a journal or diary? Think about the mind state you are in when you write it.
Does it calm you down? Many people use a journal or diary to not only document their memories but also to have a place to de-stress.
Imagine a book which reflects your mind.
Your true thoughts laid out with out judgment.
The release of these emotions can be vary powerful for some people.
Some people are a bit too afraid to put their innermost thoughts to paper and keep them.
Writing used as a method for relaxation isn't about keeping a journal it is more about releasing your thoughts.
Many people find it helpful to just destroy their writing after creating it.
This can help put your mind at ease as far as privacy issues go as well as sort of a symbolic gesture.
A personal journal gives a good topic for your meditation writings but keep in mind you can write about anything.
If there is one particular subject that you know a lot about and want to put some thoughts to paper it is a great opportunity to practice this form of meditation.
Often people will set a timer or stopwatch for a short period of time.
They then will try to write as much as possible during that period of time without stopping.
It is a difficult thing to do but eventually the mind reaches a state where time itself seems to slow down.
I have found writing as a form of relaxation a great tool.
I hope you have learned a bit about how writing can help you de-stress and wind down from a busy day.
Whether you are writing for pleasure, a journal, or even an online blog, when done properly it can be a great form of meditation.
