Feb 05 2025 32 mins
“We're afraid of what we might uncover, which stops people from journaling. Strategic journaling is tough. It's a brave thing to go beneath the surface level.” —Samantha Hawley
Is your mind a cluttered attic of unfinished thoughts and unexpressed emotions? What if you could transform that mental chaos into a wellspring of clarity and purpose? Imagine having a secret weapon that turns your inner turmoil into a roadmap for personal growth and emotional freedom.
Samantha Hawley is a journaling expert and podcast host who helps women navigate life's challenges through strategic writing techniques. As the creator of the Calm Mind Blueprint, she empowers others to process their emotions and find clarity through her unique five-step journaling method.
Tune in as Heather and Samantha explore the power of journaling, overcoming self-sabotage, building emotional resilience, and transforming personal struggles into stepping stones for growth and self-discovery.
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Episode Highlights:
01:33 Meet Samantha
07:23 Navigating Divorce
14:01 Entering Entrepreneurship and Podcasting
17:54 Journaling Methods and Resources
24:41 Tips for Effective Journaling
Connect with Samantha
Samantha Hawley is a distinguished Journal and Wellness Coach based in Batavia, New York, with over nine years of experience in the wellness industry. She specializes in guiding career-driven women through stress, anxiety, and overwhelming situations, empowering them to find their voice and achieve happiness through journal entries. Samantha is also a dedicated Health & Fitness Coach, helping individuals reach their fitness goals with tailored workout programs, meal plans, mindset shifts, and daily motivation.
Samantha's extensive professional journey includes pivotal roles at General Electric, where she excelled in customer relationship management, market research, and business plan development. She holds an MBA from Union Graduate College and a BA in Business Administration from Elmira College.
As the host of the popular podcast "Journal Entries," Samantha shares her insights on integrating different aspects of life without feeling overwhelmed, offering practical strategies for self-discovery, boundary setting, and strategic decision-making.