Dr. Lisa Belisle

Journal Writing: Self-Help for the Holidays

 by Lisa M. Belisle, MD, MPH
Originally published Fall 2006, Maine Women's Journal

You have two dozen cookies to bake, a stack of cards to mail and a pile of presents to wrap. Meanwhile, you’re frantically trying to complete a project for your boss, and the kids are waiting (not so patiently) for dinner. Balancing work and family can be challenge under normal circumstances. With the added pressures of the holidays, life can feel a little overwhelming. One solution? Journal writing. It can be done anywhere, at your convenience, and it’s a recognized wellness promoter.

Dr. Lisa’s Writing

Dr. Lisa’s columns, which have appeared in several publications over the past 15 years, are archived here in reverse chronological order. Future columns will be posted on the same day as print publication.

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