<p>#278: Journaling can seem intimidating, but guess what—there’s no right or wrong way to do it!</p><p>In this solo episode, I’ll walk you through the essentials of best case scenario journaling and help you create a practice that fits your unique needs.</p><p>We’ll also explore how to use guided prompts, choose accessible tools, and develop rituals that make journaling a powerful practice for achieving your goals.</p><p>Catch up on these related episodes:</p><ul><li>Episode 239: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/4IHbXvxgZqwljeURyYOpnj?si=g5FWBxaqSR2GO32o-NJd6g&nd=1&dlsi=eb1035eb95c54d04" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">How to Start Journaling & Benefits of Having a Journaling Practice with Nya Jones of Inside Then Out</a></li><li>Episode 96:<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/4metfeKhtc7wu8k7m0xzlR?si=Iscny7cUTBGhI-hWYyp4cQ&nd=1&dlsi=36224101e5894401" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Benefits of Journaling, Tips and Tricks for Establishing a Journaling Practice, and How to Journal Consistently</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Resources:</p><ul><li><a href="https://balancedles.myflodesk.com/y83n3a79sn" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Download the Best Case Scenario journal prompt</a></li><li><a href="https://balancedles.substack.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Subscribe to my Substack, Balance with Les</a></li><li>Check out “<a href="https://amzn.to/4dk77wj" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Artist Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity</a>” by Julia Cameron</li><li>Read “<a href="https://amzn.to/46q0AxI" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Thank You, More Please: A Feminist Guide to Breaking Dumb Dating Rules and Finding Love</a>” by Lily Womble</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Keep in touch with Balanced Black Girl:</p><ul><li><a href="https://shop.dearmedia.com/collections/balanced-black-girl" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Shop limited-edition Balanced Black Girl merch</a></li><li>Watch on YouTube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@BalancedBlackGirl/videos" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @BalancedBlackGirl</a></li><li>Follow on IG:<a href="https://www.instagram.com/balancedles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @balancedles</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/balancedblackgirlpodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@balancedblackgirlpodcast</a></li><li>Follow on TikTok<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@balancedles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> @balancedles</a></li><li>Visit our website at<a href="http://balancedblackgirl.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> balancedblackgirl.com</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>Sponsors:</p><ul><li>LMNT | LMNT is a zero sugar electrolyte drink mix with a research-backed ratio of electrolytes. To try it out go to<a href="http://drinklmnt.com/balancedles" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> drinkLMNT.com/balancedles</a> to receive a free LMNT sample pack with any purchase.</li><li>Smartwater | Smartwater alkaline will keep you hydrated throughout your active life– whether you’re running miles or running meetings. To learn more visit<a href="http://drinksmartwater.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> drinksmartwater.com</a></li><li>Rhoback | Get 20% off all shorts, tanks, dresses, hoodies, and more by visiting<a href="http://rhoback.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> rhoback.com</a> and using the code BALANCED.</li><li>Biosil | Get 30% off your first order of Biosil. Visit<a href="http://biosil.beauty/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> biosil.beauty</a> and enter the code BALANCEDLES.</li><li>Philadelphia Cream Cheese | Philadelphia makes everything creamier. Visit<a href="http://creamcheese.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> creamcheese.com</a> for recipe inspiration and to purchase Philadelphia Cream Cheese so you can start adding it to your recipes at home!</li></ul><p><br></p><p><em>Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.</em></p><p>Produced by <a href="https://dearmedia.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dear Media.</a></p><p>See Privacy Policy at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy</a> and California Privacy Notice at <a href="https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info</a>.</p>