Clearing Destructive Thoughts: Mark Jennison's Journaling Technique
The easier I can get the shit out of my head, the faster I can get it out, whether it's on my notebook or whatever, like in my phone. The faster I can get it out, the easier I can look at it and assess it and figure out why.
Ever feel like your mind is a whirlwind of negative thoughts? Mark Jennison, the founder of IAMACOMEBACK, has been there too. In this episode, he opens up about a simple yet powerful method that helped him tackle those unsettling thoughts head-on: journaling. Mark shares how writing down his thoughts and speaking them out loud allowed him to gain clarity and understand the root causes of his struggles.
He talks about his journey from trying prayer, which didn't give him the answers he needed, to discovering the effectiveness of what he calls 'thought dump'. By jotting down every troubling thought, he found a way to break them down and address their underlying issues. This episode isn't just for those battling addiction; it's for anyone looking to clear their mind and find actionable solutions to their problems.
If you're curious about how a pen and paper can help you combat destructive thoughts and stay on track, this episode is definitely worth a listen.