Guest Author - Lisa Shea

Many people associate prayer with written words that must be said out loud. However, the tradition of writing down spiritual thoughts is quite ancient.

Many of the strictest religious orders, in fact, have rules against speaking. They perform all communication through written means. Talk about the ultimate in journalling!

You don't have to be deeply religious to be interested in a prayer journal. It can be very helpful if you have a sick relative, or if you have a goal that you really want to reach. Get a journal that seems to speak to your current desires. Get a jar of spiritual inspirations to go with it.

People find different times of the day to be most meaningful to them. Some people enjoy the early morning, when the day is fresh and new, and all opportunities lay in front of them. Other people appreciate the evening, when the dusk is quiet, to consider and reflect on all of the events of the day.

Read through the many spiritual writings that exist in your bookstore and library to get a sense of how spirituality has been addressed over the centuries. It will both inspire you to read the words, and give you ideas for your own journal.