Shared from dailycaring.com.
Reduce caregiver stress with journaling
For many caregivers, stress is a constant companion.
One effective way to reduce caregiver stress and keep burnout at bay is to write in a journal.
Getting your thoughts and feelings down on paper and out of your head is surprisingly therapeutic.
Studies have even found that journaling improves health and well-being.
Chronic severe stress can have devastating effects on physical and mental health.
That’s why it’s important to find stress reduction and coping techniques that fit your busy schedule.
They’ll help you stay as healthy as possible while you care for your older adult.
To give you more options in addition to writing your thoughts, we share 5 other ways you can use a journal to reduce stress and improve health.