I have students freewrite in journals.  I, of course, find it valuable as well.  I am focused on wellness skills and here is how my free write came out:

#1

Selfcare will melt stress away

Though it might not happen today

There is sadness in this world

Insults from every corner hurled

What you have is within you

The power to set your course true

Melt away your worries, quiet that inner voice

Choice to value yourself, its your only choice

Be honest, be kind, be bold

Your inner strength breaks any mold.

It’s the true you, not what you’ve been told.

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#2

Make a list, end with a twist

Take a breath, live before your death

Take a moment to be grateful,

Ignore thoughts that are hateful

Try yoga, do it in a toga

Every day you should meditate

Do it in the morning, don’t wait

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When I am personally journaling, my thoughts often come out as poetry. And I think this helps to make things clear for myself. Journaling is a great source for poetry