From Mad in Deutschland: This article encourages readers to experience writing as a self-directed, empowering resource. Writing helps me, especially during times of crisis, to process my emotions and strengthen myself mentally. For my narrative non-fiction book, ” Finally Sleeping Relaxed, ” published in early October , I used daily journaling to navigate my worst sleep crisis and benzodiazepine withdrawal. This maximized the therapeutic effects and allowed me to forge a powerful inner connection with myself and my future readers.
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