The ‘Write It, Don’t Text It’ Rule That Saved Me from Regret

According to psychologists, expressive writing (even for just 15 minutes a day) can reduce anxiety, regulate cortisol levels, and even boost immunity. That’s because writing activates your prefrontal cortex, the part of your brain responsible for emotional regulation.

Translation? You stop spiraling. You start seeing patterns. You feel less like you’re drowning in your thoughts and more like you’re directing them.

And the best part? You can do it for free, anytime, anywhere, with just a pen, paper, and a few curated self care journal prompts.