We have approximately 60,000 thoughts a day, many of which are repetitious. When we think a thought, we make a molecule. We have a thinking body. Thoughts are not only contained in our minds, but they are also carried throughout our cellular being by the chemicals they create. As our sensory system responds to certain memories over and over, we reinterpret ourselves according to those memories. As we journal we unearth and examine old beliefs and memories, allowing the fullness of the Seven Benefits of Journaling-health, awareness, connection, focus, creativity, authenticity, and vision-to gain expression.