Think journaling is too time-consuming or just not your thing? This episode might change your mind.

We’re breaking down the science behind how journaling can reduce Stress, improve emotional Clarity, and even support your immune system.

You’ll hear how simple writing practices—done in just a few minutes a day—can help regulate your nervous system, build self-trust, and support behavior change, all without needing to be a “writer.”

Kristen Fogle shares approachable journaling prompts and easy frameworks you can start using right away, whether you’re navigating a stressful season, working on habit change, or just want a clearer mind.

Kristen has been the Executive Director of San Diego Writers, Ink since 2013. She is also a theater director, producer, teaching artist, writing instructor, and former magazine editor. She has led playwriting, journaling, and other writing workshops for La Jolla Playhouse, Wounded Warrior Project, and many other organizations. Her third and fourth prompt-based writing books were released by Rockridge Press in 2022.

www.writeyourstorynow.org

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Esther Avant Health & Weight Loss Coach

Esther Avant is a health industry veteran with over 17 years of experience in fitness, nutrition, and wellness related roles. She is a certified sports nutritionist, personal trainer, wellness coach, and owner of EA Coaching, which has provided holistic health & lifestyle coaching since 2015.

Her mission is to help women live their happiest, healthiest, and most confident lives and to change the fact that the majority of women are so preoccupied with their weight and bodies that they never fully pursue their passions. She knows that if more women prioritized their health, they’d be able to unleash the confidence and focus they all need to leave their mark on the world

Esther is also a boy mom and Navy wife who has lived and traveled all over the world while running her EA Coaching.