In 2009, I experienced what novelists call a “dark night of the soul.”  I had just gotten married, and struggled with my new adult identity and the loss of my maiden name. In the space of six months, three loved ones passed away, including my beloved grandmother. I was frustrated at work and knew I wanted something different from my life. I felt lost and depressed.

Then someone close to me asked this question: “Do you still keep a journal?”

So begins my most recent post for DIY MFA, Re-Write Your Life: Tips for Keeping A Journal. The article goes on to describe the huge impact journaling has had on my life, and some tips I’ve picked up on keeping the habit strong and productive through the years.

Thank you for reading!