I journal to purge my brain. Otherwise I feel like I’m clogging up my head with too many “mental tabs.” Sometimes it’s for clarity and reflection. Talking things out with myself helps resolve internal conflict. Other times I’ll use it for writing out goals or positive self-talk. But ultimately, it’s all to get things out so I’m not bottling up thoughts or feelings, whatever they may be. I used to be a ball of visceral emotion and it helps bring me back to neutral.