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Part Twelve - Widows and Self-Care
By Mary Francis · Originally published: March 14, 2012
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This is the last part so I’m going to just highlight a couple of important points.
There are many different ways to use your journal. Write your past, present and future vision. Write about your thoughts, dreams, feelings and relationships to others. Another way is to write letters addressed to yourself in your journal – say whatever comes to mind and write without holding back.
Ask your inner self all the questions you want answers to. Take time to let your mind and spirit reflex on your question. And then write the answers that your inner self has given you. There is no right or wrong here – it’s just you and your journal.
Another way of connecting with your feelings is to write down your dreams as soon as you wake up. It’s amazing what answers or thoughts will come to you as you sleep. Keep a paper and pen beside your bed because if you don’t write it down at once you will forget it. Your dreams may provide you with important insights into what is going on in your life.
You need to listen to your inner voice and take action. Call the person that you just thought of, follow up on a piece of information you received and always stay open to what you’re feeling.
You’re now on a path to extreme self-care and beginning to take good care of yourself. Just one last reminder – start being selfish and listen to your inner self.