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Meet the Imp! New Journaling Book
A review by Gina
Forsyth-Dodd
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"The Imp Journal: Guided Journal Writing for Personal Empowerment,
Volume 1" by Vancouver Island author Beverley Howden is one of the newest
additions to the rich collection of books on journal writing as a way to
self-awareness.
The theme of personal growth is carried throughout the book with the aid of
chapters built on the word "imp". Specific areas of focus that include
writing exercises are "Indulge in Many Pleasures" and "Investigate Many
Pathways". The writing is clear and well thought out and although the
exercises are simple to do they are meant to help you get beneath the
surface of what is in our hearts.
There are 36 illustrations of an elf-type character (The Imp). These
illustrations by Povis Law, although simple line drawings, go a long way to
creating and maintaining the positive atmosphere of the book.
The book, meant to be both read and written in, is much like a workbook but
don't let that word frighten you. There's no pressure to finish a certain
number of pages by a specific date. Work at your own pace, choose the
exercises based on what attracts you, and above all strive to be willing to
learn about yourself. The fact that the book lies flat while open and that
blank pages have thoughtfully been included add to the book's ease of use.
The chapters being numbered would have provided a sense of continuity and
given a sense of flow to the exercises. However, that's a minor point and it
doesn't detract significantly from the book's usability.
It was heartening to see specific mention made in Howden's book that
journaling cannot be done wrong - whatever works for you is 'right'. And
working alongside the Imp feels right!Review by Gina Forsyth-Dodd.
Gina, an avid journaler and manager of the "Journals and
You" email list hosted at Topica.com, has been journaling for more than
twenty-five years. To subscribe to her list send a blank email to:
journaling-subscribe@topica.com
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