Write about stress
Expressive writing helps reduce stress and improves emotional wellbeing.
What You'll Do
Spend 2 minutes writing about a recent stressful experience to process your emotions.
Scientific Basis
Participants with high baseline stress reported 22% higher wellbeing improvement from expressive writing vs. low-stress peers.
Lukenda, K., Sulzenbrück, S., & Sutter, C. (2023). Expressive writing as a practice against work stress: A literature review. Journal of Workplace Behavioral Health.The Science of Impact
High-stress individuals can significantly enhance their mental health through simple writing exercises, leading to improved workplace productivity.
Expressive writing can serve as a cost-effective intervention for organizations aiming to support employee wellbeing.
Increased wellbeing may reduce healthcare costs associated with stress-related illnesses.
Pro Tips
Engage in expressive writing for 15 minutes daily to process emotions.
Set aside time each week to reflect on stressful experiences through writing.
Share your writing with a trusted colleague or friend for additional support.