Alex Gertsburg

A reflection on my 20-year journey of journaling, which began during a deployment to Iraq in 2003. This habit has had a transformative impact, capturing both life’s stresses and triumphs. Reading past entries, I find gratitude for the perspective gained on moments that once felt insurmountable but were merely speed bumps paving the way for later success. Journaling has preserved forgotten successes and valuable lessons from failures, providing immense clarity and growth. Start your own journaling practice and watch it grow into a rich source of personal history and insight. Read about my practice on Medium.