Writing is self-therapy, as many have discovered to their great satisfaction.
That is why journal writing is such a good starting point for anybody who wants to explore their inner world and achieve fluency at the same time.
The journal (and to a lesser extent, the blog) opens up the mind and heart to new ways of solving old problems. It allows you to discover hidden layers of your being and maybe your true strengths as a person. If you give it permission, the journal can open up parts of your psyche that have been hiding under a blanket for a while.
Some people are afraid of bringing hidden layers to light because they can be uncomfortable to face and deal with. But that is surely the path to facing one's own reality.
A good book to read is Writing Down Your Soul by Janet Connor.
