I’ve never heard of Journal Therapy before. What is Journal Therapy?

Simply put, Journal Therapy uses writing as a tool for self-exploration, personal development, well-being, and self-knowledge. Journaling, writing, keeping a diary, and/or commonplace book has been wielded as a tool for personal, spiritual, emotional, and mental exploration of one’s self for thousands of years.

As your coach, I accompany and guide you through the process of exploration and transformative writing. I use a variety of methods, activities, and writing prompts that support my client’s intentions and motivations in Journal therapy.

Interesting, but I haven’t heard much about Journal Therapy. What are some of the benefits of Journal Therapy?

In a meta-analysis covering 146 published studies, researchers found that expressive writing had the following beneficial effects:

• Reducing levels of stress and anxiety

• Improved emotional regulation

• Decrease in self-critical and judgemental rumination

• Improvement in mood and self-esteem

• Better cognitive performance

• Strengthen the immune system, faster healing times, and more!

Wow, I never knew that! What does a Journal Therapy session with you look like?

A Journal Therapy session is tailored to you and your goals, however, the general layout of each session follows a similar schedule. The first session is based on getting to know one another and setting your intentions for the next four weeks together. We will explore your motivations for journal therapy and ensure you are set up for success.

The general flow of the next four sessions together will be…

• Opening ritual and touching base on previous session

• Exercises for this week’s theme/intention/action plan

• Independent, free flow writing

• Time for coach and writer to explore

• Closing ritual and exercises for the week

  
  

I’m sold — How can I book one session before I dedicate myself to a five-week package?

Dip your toes into the practice with the “New Adventure Wellness Journal Therapy” package for purchase right here: https://lotuspollenheart.ca/store/p/newadventurepackage-wellnessjournaltherapy.

I can’t wait to begin working with you!

I am loving Journal Therapy and I want to continue building the habit and meeting with you. Can I add on additional Journal Therapy sessions beyond the five-week package?

Absolutely!

Meditation & Mindfulness F.A.Q.

I’ve seen your posters around town and I want to know more. What is offered in the Six-Week Mindfulness and Meditation Course?

This is a straight-forward Introduction to mindfulness and meditation practice. My course is designed for beginner students of the practice, or anyone who wants to deepen their practice, and connect with community. My six-week Mindfulness and Meditation course covers the following:

• Getting Started Along the Path

• Arriving in Our Bodies

• Welcoming our Thoughts & Emotions

• Realizing Who We Are: Recognizing our Ego

• Integrating Practice into our Daily Life

• The Journey Continues: Community, Compassion, and a New beginning
  

What exactly are the benefits of Mindfulness and Meditation practice?

Though many are drawn to mindfulness and meditation practice for its physical and psychological benefits such as — less stress, less anxiety, depression, insomnia, and enhanced memory, concentration, decision-making, resilience — the benefits are truly endless and life-changing.

Self-acceptance, self-compassion, being more mindful and attentive to the world and others, unravelling negative stories we tell about ourselves, are just a few of the incredible insights one can have along the path.

I really want to learn how to meditate. Where can I sign up for your Mindful Series at Selena Strong Fitness?

I’m so excited that you are taking the first step on the journey. Join me and others in the community by signing up right here: https://lotuspollenheart.ca/store/p/mindfulmeditationseriesselenastrongfitness.

6 weeks. 9 hours of instruction and guidance. Your life changed.

I don’t know where to begin and I’d like to learn more about you and your services. What should I expect from a consultation?

A consultation will allow you to share with me your wellness intentions and goals. It gives us time to get to know one another, for me to ask questions and clarify what you are hoping to achieve, to review what I can offer you, and to chart a path forward, together. Some questions you may encounter include:

• What brings you here today?

• What are your past experiences with mindfulness and meditation/journaling/etc. and what seemed to work for you, and not work for you?

• Are you drawn to community right now, or would you benefit from private teachings?

Always feel free to email, call or text, or message me on Instagram for more information.

Or, book here — https://lotuspollenheart.ca/store/p/freeconsultation.

It’s totally free.