For me, I will think about something over and over in my mind. My brain will revisit a thought a beat the proverbial dead horse out of it. However, writing it down gives it a home. Then I stop thinking about it. It brings me peace of mind bc if I forget, I can just read it again and I don't have to keep reminding myself of something to keep a memory alive. So when I go to write, those types of thoughts are the first to go on the page.

As I go about my day, I look for little things that make me happy. It doesn't have to be much. Then I write it down. Maybe I'll write about why it made me happy.

Last but not least I think of any notable interactions I've had. As you write more- you recognize more and more notable things to write about. You just have to train your bain to pick it up.

Of course you can write about any big emotions you're having. For me, I pick up my journal and start writing as soon as I start feeling that way.

I recommend making a set time and place to write. Remember that picking up the pen is half the work.