🎙️ Episode: Journaling to Get to Know Yourself
Podcast: Running to Myself with Trisha Stanton Episode #: 38 Release Date: 5/19/25
đź’¬ Episode Summary:
In this episode, Trisha shares one of the most powerful (and practical) tools for developing emotional resilience and mental clarity: journaling—not as a productivity hack, but as a way to discover your thoughts, process emotions, and deeply know yourself.
You’ll hear how a simple daily practice of writing can help uncover hidden thoughts, release mental clutter, and reveal truth that leads to freedom. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready to grow, this episode will inspire you to pick up a pen and start where you are.
✨ What You’ll Learn:
The difference between journaling to direct your thoughts vs. discover them
What a “thought download” is and how to do one
How journaling helps release mental weight and emotional pressure
What to do when you feel stuck or don’t know what to write
Why thought downloads are essential for emotional clarity and mindset growth
đź“ť Reflection Prompt:
Try this today:
Set a timer for 10–20 minutes or aim for one full page.
Let your thoughts flow without editing or judgment.
When you feel stuck, ask yourself: “What else?”
Notice what comes up. Let it land. Then let it go.
đź’» Links & Resources:
Book a free coaching consultation: trishastanton.com/signup)
Join the conversation: The Simple Truth Coaching Facebook Group)
Follow Trisha on Facebook: Trisha Shipley Stanton)
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