There’s one more crucial thing you’ll want to do to properly get yourself in the right mindset, and that’s starting your writing from a place of gratitude and abundance. The effects of gratitude journaling are well documented. Research has shown that gratitude consistently improves people’s emotional well-being. The regular practice of writing and reframing through gratitude can transform depression, addiction, and suicidal thoughts. Gratitude has been found to heal and transform relationships. In almost every way imaginable, gratitude has been found to help.

