Writing about emotional experiences as a therapeutic process
Pennebaker, 1997 · Psychological Science
What they found
Writing about emotional experiences for 15-20 minutes over a few days was linked to fewer doctor visits and better mood in several experiments.
Limits
Later meta-analyses find the average effect is small and varies a lot between people and settings.
How we use it
An evening prompt each day, and a check-in after you get home.
Reviewed by Dr. [Name]May 2026