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How Journaling Transformed My 2024 and How It Can Change Your 2025

Grant Lawson
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5 min readDec 29, 2024
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As the clock struck midnight on January 1, 2024, I made a resolution. Not one of those half-hearted promises to hit the gym or cut carbs, but something deeply personal: I committed to journaling every day. What started as a curiosity soon turned into a life-altering habit. By the end of the year, I had not only developed greater self-awareness but also a sharper focus on my goals, improved mental health, and a richer sense of gratitude. If you’ve been wondering how to make 2025 your most transformative year yet, journaling might just be the key.

Why Journaling?

Journaling is more than just writing words on a page. It’s a practice of reflection, intention-setting, and emotional processing. Studies have shown that journaling can reduce stress, improve memory, and even boost your immune system. But for me, the benefits were far more personal.

Let me walk you through the moments that defined my journaling journey in 2024 — the breakthroughs, the struggles, and the lessons I’ve learned along the way. By the end, I hope to show you how you can start your own journaling practice in 2025, no matter where you are in life.

The Turning Point: A Day I Won’t Forget

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Grant Lawson
Grant Lawson

Written by Grant Lawson

Seasoned professional with experience across finance, tech, and media. Writer on politics, business growth, and Medium strategies.

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