In the fifth and last episode of the “Journaling Toolkit” series, we explore visual journaling, a dynamic practice blending writing with images, color, and mixed media. Accessible to all skill levels, it offers an alternative way to record thoughts and feelings. The episode covers techniques like drawing, collage, and painting alongside writing, emphasizing the process and personal meaning over perfect art. Benefits discussed include overcoming writer's block, accessing subconscious thoughts, improving memory, and providing emotional release and new perspectives. Visual journaling is presented as a valuable tool for self-expression and insight, whether for destressing, problem-solving, or a more engaging journaling practice.

Notes

• Self Care Through Visual Journaling: 5 Easy Prompts (YouTube)
• An Introduction to Sketchnoting with Jen Giffen (The Noun Project)
• How to Start a Visual Journal (Your Visual Journal)
• The Mental Health Benefits of Visual Journaling (Your Visual Journal)