journaling
/dʒɜːrnəlɪŋ/ · journ·al·ing
noun
- The activity of keeping a diary or journal. Her journaling helped her process the emotions and events of her life.
- The change log of a file system or database. The system administrator reviewed the journaling logs to identify the source of the error.
verb
- To archive or record something. She began journaling her thoughts and experiences in a digital notebook.
- To scrapbook. He spent hours journaling his favorite memories from childhood.
- To insert a shaft, etc., in a journal bearing. The engineer carefully journaling the new shaft in the machine's bearing system.
Did you know? The term 'journaling' has become increasingly popular in recent years, particularly among mental health professionals and individuals seeking to cultivate mindfulness and self-awareness through writing and reflection.