the ability to externalize one's thoughts If you're truly stuck in that scenario I'd agree. I'd add that physically writing helps [1] even more than typing, s

the ability to externalize one's thoughts If you're truly stuck in that scenario I'd agree. I'd add that physically writing helps [1] even more than typing, since you're slowing down the externalizing and writing was one of the first means of expression you mastered unconsciously at an early age. I personally spend enough time expressing myself into code/"the internet" that writing feels less formal and it gets me away from screen burn. Even further, thinking about how God, family, and friends would describe your events or provide their input also provides some of that cognitive boost. Like imagine writing the same journal entry but from five different perspectives. That said I really don't try to invite social isolation into my life for long. Talking to a friend for 20min is better than any VR, Zoom, journal, etc. Part of the reason is it's also an opportunity to give back to friends... Give encouragement, give your time, give energy, give perspective. You can only love others so much through a journal, and as one Jesus once said "it is more blessed to give than to receive" [1] https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20170601-can-writing-about-pain-make-you-heal-faster https://www.bbc.com/future/article/20170601-can-writing-abou...