I've been pondering my reason for keeping a TFP journal for some time. I think that it's a way to connect with others on here in this community. I've gotten to know various people through their journals and some entries have sparked some very interesting personal conversations. Sometimes I feel my journal may reveal too much... but it's a place of introspection for me and I feel solid enough in my life and myself to share that introspection. Although sometimes i think it's just a bunch of drivel that i write, but it's still me, so I have to go with it. And i've also been able to see my own personal progess (and non-progress in some areas) in life, career and interpersonal relationships over the past year of keeping my journal.
My questions for both us journalers and non journalers:
Do you feel like you know members of TFP better when they keep a journal as opposed to just boards/chat?
Have you thought about starting a TFP journal? Why have you choosen not to yet? (and will you after reading this thread?)
If you already have a journal... Why did you start it? Please share how do you feel you benefit from it if possible.
If you do not keep one, what reasons do you have for not having one?
Thanks,
sweetpea