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A diary can play many roles. It can be
a confidant, a vehicle of self-expression, a tool that facilitates
clarity of thought, or a repository of dreams. A diary also can be a
powerful source of comfort during challenging or traumatic periods. When
you record those insights and incidents that clearly demonstrate you are
on the right track, you can return to your words days, weeks, or months
later and find unique reassurance. A diary with a specific purpose can be
a good tool for keeping track of experiences before the passage of time
can skew your perception of events. It reflects the immediacy of your
life and thus provides you with a landmark to return to when you begin to
doubt yourself. If doubt does arise, simply open your diary to reaffirm
your experiences. The confidence, surety, passion, and bravery you felt
in a single moment is preserved, giving you a means to recapture those
feelings anyplace, anytime.
Your diary serves as a repository of
personalized encouragement. Since a diary is, by its very nature, as
individual as you are, you should give some thought to the type of diary
that will serve you best. A synchronicity-and-connections diary might
describe those instances where seemingly random occurrences came together
in a meaningful way, propelling you forward. Or you may find strength in
the pages of a pride diary that makes note not only of those times you
felt proud of yourself but also precisely why you were pleased with your
efforts. And a cause-and-effect diary can help you become more decisive
by reminding you of all the wise, life-affirming choices you have made.
Your diary should be small enough to be portable and on hand whenever
possible because the faster you put your thoughts down on paper, the more
authentic your declarations are apt to be.
Regardless of the type of focused diary
you choose to keep, your recollections will create a positive feedback
loop that helps you cope with doubt in a constructive way. Reading
through your diary when life seems uncertain can show you that your
misgivings are unfounded. As you draw consolation from your uplifting
words, you will know without a doubt that you are indeed living your
purpose and following the path that you committed to before birth.
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