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I can only speak for myself, no one else, but I keep a journal for a number of reasons. I don't write in it every day. I tried that, but it does get boring, especially when you are only writing for the sake of 'I have to write something in it every day.' I only write when I have thoughts I need to get out of my system, or feelings about a certain topic I feel strongly about.

Another reason is, I can look back and see where I was, spiritually, emotionally, mentally, at that time. Last summer, two winters ago, etc. I can see how I was, and whether or not I have grown or progressed. Also, if I see something from back then that was bothering me, that I'd forgotten about, I can maybe look at it more objectively, with less emotional involvement. Maybe my feelings have changed, maybe not. Maybe something that seemed a big deal is something I will shake my head now and say "What was I so riled up about?"

I understand everyone in this thread and their reasons for wanting/not wanting to keep a journal. I'm just sharing the reasons I do keep one.

As far as the dream one, I've been keeping that one for about 3 years. Same as with my regular journal, I don't write in it every day. One day, I will go through and read them, in the hopes of finding some mystery fiber that weaves through all of them. Some great clue as to where my true peace lies. Or, maybe I'm just weird. LOL.

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Be strong then, and enter into your own body;
there you have a solid place for your feet. ~ Kabir