Expressive writing has been shown to be massively beneficial for getting over trauma, but more recently it's been show to be useful for everyday happiness and improving mood.
When talking about things isn't helping, writing things down can help to make sense of your thoughts and feelings. And even better: to help find solutions.
How to begin:
1. Write down what has happened, or is happening in detail.
2. Write down how you feel about it, and describe your feelings. Don't worry about spelling, just get it all out.
3. Think of one thing, big or small that will begin to make you feel better. This could be as simple as getting a good night's sleep, talking to someone you're upset with or finding a distraction for a few hours.
You can do this as often as is helpful, or even use an emergency diary to store your thoughts. Remember to keep it somewhere safe.
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