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Why journaling feels forced and unnatural

My therapist told me to journal and I have tried five different methods in two months and every single one feels forced and stupid and I end up more frustrated than when I started.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The imposition of external structures conflicts with authentic self-inquiry and natural reflection patterns.

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