Journal Quote by Jessamyn West
“People who keep journals have life twice”
About This Quote
Keeping a journal doubles one's life experience by deepening reflection and memory.
In simple terms: Writing enhances living.
Key Takeaway
Write regularly.
Themes
reflection
memory
growth
Mood
inspired
curious
Type
motivational
practical
When to use this quote
- travel
- career
- personal development
Key Concepts
journaling
self‑awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- What benefits have you noticed?
- How can journaling fit your routine?
A Different Perspective
May not suit all personalities.
![“I wrote an article about the marine landing [in Haiti] right away, but barely mentioned the oil, because my article would come out two months later and I assumed by then, "of course, everybody knows." Nobody knew. There was a news report in the Wall Street Journal, in the petroleum journals, and…” quote by Noam Chomsky](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/dc5/noam-chomsky-42_articles_i-wrote-an-article-about-the-marine-land_13341.jpg)
![“I will be known forever as the Puppy who chased a cutpurse and caught fish garbage instead. My descendants will pretend I'm not in their bloodline. No – no one will want to make descendants with me. [from Beka Cooper's journal of her first day as a new Dog i.e. cop]” quote by Tamora Pierce](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/6d5/tamora-pierce-935_beka-cooper_i-will-be-known-forever-as-the-puppy-who_17776.jpg)
