I won't say there is a huge shift in my personality compared to when I first started the journaling journey. Nonetheless, managing to push myself to through this daily exercise has made me proud of myself. Moreover, I enjoy some particular themes very much like What does your perfect day look like from morning to night? on Day 3, as well as What makes you happy? on Day 5. Simply imagining these happy instances has given me great satisfaction.
Despite not making a huge difference, I do gain some subtle revelations from this exercise. First, I realize imposing a time limit can help myself kick start a project more readily - a technique I will certainly utilize in the future. Secondly, by breaking down what seems to be a monumental undertaking into minute steps, it helps me cope with the overwhelming anxiety, and the more immediately achievable a step is the better I can slice through the task.
Lastly, by accepting my limited capacity to control things in life and letting go of the urge to set things straight, I can alleviate my perfectionist tendency and appreciate the good things that are already happening (and under control). When we become fixated about a certain unfulfilled desire, we tend to overlook many beautiful things and people we currently possess, and forget to be grateful.
I am really thankful for this journey.
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