As an adoptee you may be dealing with a whole number of emotions. Some emotions come with great intensity and other emotions not so much. You head may be swimming trying to process your feelings.

You may not have anyone to talk about your feelings as an adoptee, or you do not feel comfortable sharing your most inner thoughts. It could be that it is difficult for you to open up with people about something that is so personal.

Journaling can be therapeutic outlet for you. Writing down you thoughts and feelings can help you through your emotions. It can be easier to write than talking about your feelings. It can be a way to not feel threatened with allowing your thoughts to come out (the good and the not so good ones).

It can allow you to write about anything without the thought of being questioned or judged by others. Once you start writing you might be surprised at how easy the words just flow out. You maybe surprised some of the emotions that come out once you start writing.

An added benefit to journaling your thoughts is that you can read over them anytime. This can give you insight into the depth of your feelings and can allow you to see the progress you make. Writing your thoughts and feelings down can easily give you a perspective on them.

Journaling can help you make sense of your thoughts and allow you to release your emotions concerning adoption. When I read back on some things that I wrote, I find myself surprised that I felt that way or how far I have come with my feelings.

This can also benefit a young adoptee. It can easier for her to address feelings concerning being adopted than to voice them out loud. As a child, I wrote about my feelings, and it was my way to work through them.


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Adoptee Perspectives on Adoption

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