Ep. 120 - How Writing Can Transform Your Mind, Body, and Spirit

Traci Stein explores the remarkable benefits of this simple, free tool for improving your brain and body and feeding your soul. Discover how putting pen to paper can boost your memory and mental clarity, support emotional and physical healing, and even help you manifest a desired future outcome.
Join Traci as she explores:

• The neuroscience behind the benefits of writing longhand vs. typing
• The impact of journaling on brain and emotional health
• Physical health benefits of expressive writing
• How writing first thing in the morning can reduce mental clutter and unlock creativity
• A simple, yet time-tested, transformative writing practice

Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just curious about starting a journal, this episode will inspire you to harness the power of words for well-being. Tune in and unlock the healing magic of writing—one page at a time!Articles referenced in this episode:
NPR Article: ​​Why writing by hand beats typing for thinking and learning
https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/05/11/1250529661/handwriting-cursive-typing-schools-learning-brain
The Neuroscience Behind Writing: Handwriting vs. Typing—Who Wins the Battle?
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11943480/
Emotional and physical health benefits of expressive writing
https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/advances-in-psychiatric-treatment/article/emotionaland-physical-health-benefits-of-expressivewriting/ED2976A61F5DE56B46F07A1CE9EA9F9F#B1