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OST OF US have grown out of crayons, glue sticks and writing down “what
I did at the weekend”, but there is one school supply that could do wonders for your mental health: a journal. Putting pen to paper is one of the best ways to tap into your intuition – something I’ve learned over almost five years of daily journalling. This morning ritual helps me mute external chatter and reflect on everything from my career to life in general. “Journalling is a form of
mindfulness,” says Ciara Bogdanovic, owner of Sagebrush Psychotherapy in Los Angeles. “It invites you to slow down, notice your internal experience, and engage with it intentionally.” Journalling can bring “order
to emotional chaos,” she adds. It’s no wonder, then, that the practice is growing in popularity, with everything from quick-hit bullet journals to mindfulness writing. Of course, the idea of writing may feel more like homework than a path to well-being – but it’s not about perfection. Bogdanovic says, “Don’t worry about
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T HE WR IT E S T U F F Taking notes Journalling can aid mindfulness – and these resorts are helping guests put pen to paper
conventional rules of writing. Remove judgment from the process and focus instead on your thoughts and feelings. If writing full sentences feels hard, try bullet points, sentence fragments or even doodles.” Another allure of the
practice? It’s incredibly simple. I’ve tuned in to what really matters – and more importantly, what doesn’t. “Journalling is not about writing,” says Ida Carleborn, CEO of Daily Garboos, a well-being brand known for its Algorithms of Life journal. “It’s about who you become by doing it. Just five minutes every day is enough to gain benefits for your emotional and spiritual well-being.” One of the best ways to
experiment with a mindful writing practice is to try it on the go. Pairing journalling with travel will ground you in a destination and its many details – more than typing an Instagram vacation recap could ever do – and might help you reach digital detox goals, if that’s an ambition. And there’s a reason why writing retreats are successful: a change of scenery or quiet destination can lead to inspirational breakthroughs one might not achieve at home.
TR Y J O U R N A L L I N G A T TH E S E P R O P E R T I E S TIA Wellness Resort: Da Nang, Vietnam
A sea-view tea ritual welcomes guests to this resort, and this greeting sets
the stage for what’s to come. Creativity workshops are a pillar here; with guided journal activities, travellers can sketch, draw and paint, or jot down words that best illustrate their inner feelings. Other experiences, such as tai chi, help guests
leave with all sorts of healthy new habits.
tiawellnessresort.com
Roki Collection Queenstown, New Zealand The new Roki Collection on the shores
of Lake Wakatipu in Queenstown invites travellers to get back to nature via hiking, water sports and heli-skiing, with ample lounge areas for note-
taking with mountain views. The on-site sleep concierge teaches guests to use journalling as a nightly de-stress.
roki-collection.com
Six Senses Fiji: Malolo Island, Fiji
Few backdrops stoke creativity like the paradisiacal South Pacific, especially
at the Six Senses Fiji, where guests are invited to journal as part of the brand’s signature Mind Your Body wellness programming. This one-day reboot
pushes travellers to prioritise their brain health, with mind-boosting activities such as writing, and exercises for the mind.
sixsenses.com
THR E E HOTE L JOU RNALS
New York’s Walker Hotels offer guests The Algorithms of Life journal – a companion for post-workday reflections. Designed by Ida Carleborn, the journal features pages of prompts to achieve balance and mindfulness.
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Lifestyle brand Shinola sells products at its 129-room boutique property in Detroit. This sketchbook’s blank pages help artists and creators bring their visions to life. The pages are designed for charcoal, graphite, pastels and more.
Pink or green? These two options from The Beverly Hills Hotel pay homage to the property’s iconic colours. After a restful stay at this California hideaway, don’t leave without a journal to enjoy as a memento.
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