#JournalChat Live 3/14/13 Part I Topic: Your Journaling: This Present Moment

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jillwinski3:37pm via TweetDeck

@dredrelew I so agree. Walking is one of my ways of connecting myself (in addition to #journaling!)#JournalChat

KathyPooler3:36pm via TweetDeck

@JournalChat @madeline40 Nourishing b/c we get to focus on our own longings& needs so we can go out & live our best life #journalchat

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dredrelew3:36pm via Web

@jillwinski @JournalChat Don't I know it! ;-)#JournalChat It takes a lot of practice to monitor my thoughts

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jillwinski3:33pm via TweetDeck

@JournalChat For sure! Like you said, what we focus on grows. #JournalChat

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@madeline40 I applaud you, Madeline; it takes courage to share that and create a healing vibe in the world. #JournalChat

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jillwinski3:35pm via TweetDeck

@JournalChat Oh, good, Dawn! It was fun to write because I felt so present with it. #JournalChat

dredrelew3:35pm via Web

@JournalChat @jillwinski I try to stay in that good state daily. Walks in nature keep me there#JournalChat

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RT @madeline40: @JournalChat It's all part of my use of and being an advocate of writing to heal.#journalchat

DawnHerring3:35pm via HootSuite

RT @madeline40: @JournalChat It's all part of my use of and being an advocate of writing to heal.#journalchat

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@jillwinski I enjoyed reading it, as if I was there with you. Like Showing (Don't Tell) in fiction, only this was real life! #JournalChat

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ChickLitChatHQ8:32am via Web

Tonight on #ChickLitChat- Journaling for writers- why/when/how w/guest @DawnHerring from#JournalChat Join us at 8 pm EST for a great time!

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RT @jillwinski: @JournalChat Soaking up those details was really fun, Dawn. Nourishing is a great word for that feeling. #JournalChat

DawnHerring3:34pm via HootSuite

RT @jillwinski: @JournalChat Soaking up those details was really fun, Dawn. Nourishing is a great word for that feeling. #JournalChat

jillwinski3:34pm via TweetDeck

@KathyPooler Yes, the popcorn machine really drew me into the present moment -- got me out of "monkey mind"! #JournalChat

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@jillwinski That Feeling Good state just helps draw more Feeling Good stuff to us! #JournalChat

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@madeline40 There are so many benefits to#Journaling, but I think this nourishing tops them all.#JournalChat

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jillwinski3:33pm via TweetDeck

@JournalChat For sure! Like you said, what we focus on grows. #JournalChat

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dredrelew3:33pm via Web

@KathyPooler @leahmichon I agree Kathy! This is why I keep #journaling #JournalChat

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KathyPooler3:33pm via TweetDeck

@jillwinski @JournalChat I love how one item-popcorn machine- took you to anotehr place & time and kept you alert all day #journalchat

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JournalChat3:33pm via HootSuite

@KathyPooler Yes, and you can take your time, not be in a hurry, like you're having a conversation with your best friend. #JournalChat

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madeline403:32pm via Web

@JournalChat It's all part of my use of and being an advocate of writing to heal. #journalchat

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@jillwinski That Feeling Good state just helps draw more Feeling Good stuff to us! #JournalChat

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RT @jillwinski: @JournalChat Yes, I now have a conscious intention to be in that relaxed energy as much as possible. #JournalChat

DawnHerring3:32pm via HootSuite

RT @jillwinski: @JournalChat Yes, I now have a conscious intention to be in that relaxed energy as much as possible. #JournalChat

jillwinski3:32pm via TweetDeck

@JournalChat Soaking up those details was really fun, Dawn. Nourishing is a great word for that feeling.#JournalChat

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@jillwinski Sounds like a delicious and refreshing experience! I love the detail you share from your outdoor observations. #JournalChat

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JournalChat3:30pm via HootSuite

RT @jillwinski: @JournalChat The interesting thing is that it just sort of came over me when I really met the present moment. #JournalChat

DawnHerring3:30pm via HootSuite

RT @jillwinski: @JournalChat The interesting thing is that it just sort of came over me when I really met the present moment. #JournalChat

madeline403:30pm via Web

@JournalChat @jillwinski I love your use of the word, nourishes, Dawn. I think that is so important. Why else #journal? #journalchat

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@madeline40 <3 I'm so glad you have #Journalingto help you work through it, Madeline. #JournalChat

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KathyPooler3:30pm via TweetDeck

@dredrelew @leahmichon And teh best part is the journal will not judge or criticize you, only lead you to clarity #journalchat

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jillwinski3:29pm via TweetDeck

@JournalChat Yes, I now have a conscious intention to be in that relaxed energy as much as possible.#JournalChat

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@jillwinski When we can figure that out, we're on our way to clarity that nourishes. #JournalChat

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dredrelew3:28pm via Web

@leahmichon @KathyPooler this is exactly what I'm working through these days in my journal#JournalChat

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RT @KathyPooler: @madeline40 @dredrelew@JournalChat @DawnHerring I agree, journaling is the pause that refreshes #journalchat

DawnHerring3:28pm via HootSuite

RT @KathyPooler: @madeline40 @dredrelew@JournalChat @DawnHerring I agree, journaling is the pause that refreshes #journalchat

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@madeline40 I couldn't have said it better myself, Madeline. #Journaling is one of my favorite Refreshments! :) #JournalChat

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jillwinski3:28pm via TweetDeck

@JournalChat The interesting thing is that it just sort of came over me when I really met the present moment. #JournalChat

madeline403:28pm via Web

@JournalChat Thanks, Dawn. And it doesn't stop. It's always on the surface, so I let it all hang out in my#journaling. #journalchat

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KathyPooler3:27pm via TweetDeck

@leahmichon Yes, Leah..I gain clarity when I see my entries in front of me.."did I say that?" it unfolds before me #journalchat

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@jillwinski I love how you determined to focus on that relaxed energy of Saturday; that opens us right up to nourishment! #JournalChat

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DawnHerring3:27pm via HootSuite

@jillwinski I love how you determined to focus on that relaxed energy of Saturday; that opens us right up to nourishment! #JournalChat

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madeline403:26pm via Web

@leahmichon @KathyPooler Absolutely right @KathyPooler. I work out so many things while#journaling. #journalchat

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jillwinski3:26pm via TweetDeck

@leahmichon I think the figuring out what I'm feeling part is huge for me. Probably the biggest reason I journal regularly. #JournalChat

KathyPooler3:25pm via TweetDeck

@madeline40 @dredrelew @JournalChat@DawnHerring I agree, journaling is the pause that refreshes #journalchat

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@madeline40 You know, Madeline, when you go through a heart ache like that, that nourishment is seriously needed. #JournalChat

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leahmichon3:25pm via TweetDeck

@KathyPooler and sometimes journaling can help to figure out *what* you are feeling during confusing situations. #journalchat

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jillwinski3:23pm via TweetDeck

@JournalChat Yes, journaling helps us notice what we might not otherwise. This is so valuable!#JournalChat

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madeline403:24pm via Web

@KathyPooler @dredrelew @JournalChat@DawnHerring I think the relief is what makes us feel refreshed after #journaling. #journalchat

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@dredrelew I like to focus on my emotions;I call my good ones my BEST in my #Journaling exercise#JournalChat ow.ly/iWSrK

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DawnHerring3:24pm via HootSuite

@dredrelew I like to focus on my emotions;I call my good ones my BEST in my #Journaling exercise#JournalChat ow.ly/iWSoh

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jillwinski3:23pm via TweetDeck

@JournalChat Yes, journaling helps us notice what we might not otherwise. This is so valuable!#JournalChat

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KathyPooler3:22pm via TweetDeck

@dredrelew @JournalChat @madeline40@DawnHerring I do the same, Andrea- it's a relief to get it all out on paper first #journalchat

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@leahmichon Good point, Leah. In our journals, we can let it all hang out! #JournalChat

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madeline403:22pm via Web

@leahmichon @JournalChat So true. I never worry about what I write in my journals. It's a relief.#journalchat

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dredrelew3:22pm via Web

@jillwinski @madeline40 ditto! I immediately get relief and I accept that it's ok to have to feel whatever it is I'm feeling #JournalChat

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JournalChat3:22pm via HootSuite

I think I look forward to my #Journaling, in part, because I often have an uplifting moment to detail that might go unnoticed. #JournalChat

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DawnHerring3:22pm via HootSuite

I think I look forward to my #Journaling, in part, because I often have an uplifting moment to detail that might go unnoticed. #JournalChat

jillwinski3:21pm via TweetDeck

@madeline40 That's beautiful, Madeline.#JournalChat

madeline403:21pm via Web

@jillwinski @KathyPooler @JournalChat I journaled after my son died, telling all I couldn't tell others - my healing place. #journalchat

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KathyPooler3:21pm via TweetDeck

@madeline40 @jillwinski @JournalChat Hurt fingers-a great visual Madeline-better on the paper/screen than inside you #journalchat

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dredrelew3:21pm via Web

@JournalChat @madeline40 @KathyPooler@DawnHerring When an issue pops up, that's the first place I write thoughts/feelings #JournalChat

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JournalChat3:21pm via HootSuite

Is there a particular life experience that just delights you? I always enjoy detailing such things in my journal. #JournalChat #Journaling

DawnHerring3:21pm via HootSuite

Is there a particular life experience that just delights you? I always enjoy detailing such things in my journal. #JournalChat #Journaling

leahmichon3:20pm via TweetDeck

@JournalChat @madeline40 Unlike the internet, where you have to watch what you say ;) #journalchat

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@madeline40 Better to rant in your journal; you still get relief without regretting saying something you wish you hadn't. ;) #JournalChat

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jillwinski3:20pm via TweetDeck

@madeline40 I love ranting in my journal, getting it out of my system so I can see clearly! #JournalChat

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RT @jillwinski: @KathyPooler @madeline40 That freedom to be completely uncensored is definitely the beauty of journaling #JournalChat

DawnHerring3:19pm via HootSuite

RT @jillwinski: @KathyPooler @madeline40 That freedom to be completely uncensored is definitely the beauty of journaling #JournalChat

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@KathyPooler Yes, it is, Kathy. And once we unload, we can create a positive focus on nourishment that will make us smile. #JournalChat

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madeline403:19pm via Web

@KathyPooler @jillwinski @JournalChat I use the term "rant." Sometimes I type so hard and fast my fingers hurt. #journalchat

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jillwinski3:18pm via TweetDeck

@KathyPooler @madeline40 @JournalChat That freedom to be completely uncensored is definitely the beauty of journaling #JournalChat

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RT @madeline40: @jillwinski @JournalChat#journaling is like meditating in that sense.#journalchat

DawnHerring3:18pm via HootSuite

RT @madeline40: @jillwinski @JournalChat#journaling is like meditating in that sense.#journalchat

madeline403:17pm via Web

@JournalChat @dredrelew Hi, Andrea. #journalchat

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KathyPooler3:17pm via TweetDeck

@jillwinski @madeline40 @JournalChat A jounral is a safe place to "unload" and gain clarity of thoughts & feelings #journalchat

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@leahmichon Welcome back to #JournalChat Live, Leah; great to see you! :)

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jillwinski3:16pm via TweetDeck

@dredrelew Hello! Glad you're here! #JournalChat

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@dredrelew Welcome back to #JournalChat Live, Andrea! Great to see you. :)

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leahmichon3:16pm via TweetDeck

@madeline40 It really is like meditating in a way.#journalchat

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jillwinski3:16pm via TweetDeck

Yes! RT @madeline40: @jillwinski @JournalChat#journaling is like meditating in that sense.#journalchat

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RT @madeline40: @KathyPooler @DawnHerring A journal doesn't talk back to us. I consider it a friend who I can tell anything to. #journalchat

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DawnHerring3:16pm via HootSuite

RT @madeline40: @KathyPooler @DawnHerring A journal doesn't talk back to us. I consider it a friend who I can tell anything to. #journalchat

madeline403:15pm via Web

@jillwinski @JournalChat #journaling is like meditating in that sense. #journalchat

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Ultimately, #Journaling can actually help us maintain that nourishing and uplifting focus, thus activating more of the same. #JournalChat

DawnHerring3:15pm via HootSuite

Ultimately, #Journaling can actually help us maintain that nourishing and uplifting focus, thus activating more of the same. #JournalChat

jillwinski3:15pm via TweetDeck

RT @JournalChat: @KathyPooler I believe what we focus on grows; so if we focus on the nourishing moments, they will multiply. #JournalChat

leahmichon3:15pm via TweetDeck

@jillwinski @JournalChat That's a good point.#journalchat

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dredrelew3:15pm via Web

@JournalChat @jillwinski Hi everyone! #JournalChat

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jillwinski3:14pm via TweetDeck

@JournalChat Thanks Dawn! Getting into the present moment really transforms us. #JournalChat

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@KathyPooler I believe what we focus on grows; so if we focus on the nourishing moments, they will multiply. #JournalChat

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jillwinski3:12pm via TweetDeck

@KathyPooler I love the idea of our journal being our best listener! #JournalChat

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jillwinski3:14pm via TweetDeck

@JournalChat Thanks Dawn! Getting into the present moment really transforms us. #JournalChat

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madeline403:14pm via Web

@KathyPooler @DawnHerring A journal doesn't talk back to us. I consider it a friend who I can tell anything to. #journalchat

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@jillwinski I love how you detail what could have been a lousy day and how capturing/detailing the moment turned it around. #JournalChat

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@jillwinski I love how you detail what could have been a lousy day and how capturing/detailing the moment turned it around. #JournalChat

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RT @KathyPooler: @DawnHerring Yes, a journal is our best listener #journalchat

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@JournalChat @madeline40 I lve that "making room for the nourishment- a conscious, deliberate effort#journalchat

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RT @KathyPooler: @DawnHerring Yes, a journal is our best listener #journalchat

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RT @KathyPooler: @DawnHerring Yes, a journal is our best listener #journalchat

jillwinski3:12pm via TweetDeck

@KathyPooler I love the idea of our journal being our best listener! #JournalChat

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@KathyPooler But it's so worth it! Then you begin to look for those nourishing moments only to find more than before. #JournalChat

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@madeline40 Yes, I agree, Madeline. #Journalinghelps us get a fresh perspective so we can have room for the nourishment. #JournalChat

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DawnHerring3:12pm via HootSuite

@madeline40 Yes, I agree, Madeline. #Journalinghelps us get a fresh perspective so we can have room for the nourishment. #JournalChat

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KathyPooler3:12pm via TweetDeck

@DawnHerring Yes, a journal is our best listener#journalchat

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Often, when I've forgotten something, I recall it the next morning and relish it yet again. #JournalChat#Journaling

DawnHerring3:11pm via HootSuite

Often, when I've forgotten something, I recall it the next morning and relish it yet again. #JournalChat#Journaling

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I look forward to my journal entry in the evening when I record moments that made me laugh, smile or feel delight. #JournalChat #Journaling

DawnHerring3:10pm via HootSuite

I look forward to my journal entry in the evening when I record moments that made me laugh, smile or feel delight. #JournalChat #Journaling

KathyPooler3:10pm via TweetDeck

@JournalChat Yes, pressing the pause button is essential and I have to force myself to do it:-)#journalchat

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madeline403:10pm via Web

@DawnHerring #journaling can also get us out of the situations that do the opposite. #journalchat

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jillwinski3:09pm via TweetDeck

@KathyPooler I agree, Kathy -- getting to that place of stillness can be the challenge! #JournalChat

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@madeline40 Welcome back, Madeline, to#JournalChat Live; great to see you! :))

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@KathyPooler That's a really good point, Kathy. We have to choose and be deliberate about paying attention, don't we? #JournalChat

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When we take note of situations or experiences in our day that nourish or uplift us, #Journaling can help us remember. #JournalChat

DawnHerring3:08pm via HootSuite

When we take note of situations or experiences in our day that nourish or uplift us, #Journaling can help us remember. #JournalChat

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jillwinski3:08pm via TweetDeck

@madeline40 Hello Madeline! Glad you're here!#JournalChat

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I will be featured guest today on #ChickLitChat(following #JournalChat Live) 8 EST; @DawnMariaAZhosts: Topic: #Journaling for #Writers

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madeline403:07pm via Web

@JournalChat @jillwinski Hi, Dawn, Jill, and Kathy. Glad to be here with you today. #journalchat

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KathyPooler3:07pm via TweetDeck

@JournalChat Being still is a challenge, but once I'm there, I love it. I ahve to negotiate with my multitasking,busy self! #journalchat

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@KathyPooler Welcome back to #JournalChat Live, Kathy; as always, great to see you. :)

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jillwinski3:07pm via TweetDeck

Thank you, Dawn! So good to be back! #JournalChat

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@jillwinski Welcome back as special guest to#JournalChat Live, Jill. I am delighted you could join us today!

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Paying attention, or as is often said, "Being In the Moment," can often derive surprises in the playing out of our days. #JournalChat

DawnHerring3:06pm via HootSuite

Paying attention, or as is often said, "Being In the Moment," can often derive surprises in the playing out of our days. #JournalChat

jillwinski3:06pm via TweetDeck

@KathyPooler Thank you! #JournalChat

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@JournalChat @jillwinski Hi Dawn & Jill! Love tagline on your blog,Jill" support for the vulnerability that comes w/ creativity"#journalchat

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jillwinski3:05pm via TweetDeck

Hi Dawn! Great to be here! #JournalChat

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Our topic is Your #Journaling: This Present Moment; @jillwinski joins us today to discuss detailing nourishing moments! #JournalChat

DawnHerring3:04pm via HootSuite

Our topic is Your #Journaling: This Present Moment; @jillwinski joins us today to discuss detailing nourishing moments! #JournalChat

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ow.ly/iWOy0 Our #Journaling resource is Feed Yourself Images--It's Good For You by @jillwinski.#JournalChat

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ow.ly/iWOtP Our #Journaling resource is Feed Yourself Images--It's Good For You by @jillwinski.#JournalChat

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I have one announcement to make before we get started. #JournalChat

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I have one announcement to make before we get started. #JournalChat

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I recommend tweetchat.com to follow along and contribute. #JournalChat

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I recommend tweetchat.com to follow along and contribute. #JournalChat

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@RefreshwithDawn is my alternate account when my @JournalChat tweets hit the limit. #JournalChat

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@RefreshwithDawn is my alternate account when my @JournalChat tweets hit the limit. #JournalChat

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I am Dawn Herring, your host and avid journal keeper of 28 years; #Journaling is my passion!#JournalChat

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I am Dawn Herring, your host and avid journal keeper of 28 years; #Journaling is my passion!#JournalChat

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Welcome to this edition of #JournalChat Live for all things #journaling.

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Welcome to this edition of #JournalChat Live for all things #journaling.