Why some people keep diaries
Keeping a diary is often thought of as a way of recording important events, but many people use one simply to organise ordinary thoughts. The habit can take many forms, from a few lines written each evening to longer weekly reflections. Some writers find that putting an experience into words helps them (1) ________ sense of what happened. Others use a diary to keep (2) ________ of goals, ideas or small changes in their routine. There is no need to produce perfect writing, and experts often advise beginners (3) ________ spending too much time correcting every sentence. The value lies in writing regularly enough for patterns to (4) ________, while looking back can also (5) ________ memories that might otherwise have been forgotten. A short note about a journey, conversation or meal may later bring an entire day (6) ________ mind. However, diary writing does not appeal (7) ________ everyone. Some people prefer photographs or voice notes. The most useful method is simply the one a person is likely to (8) ________ with over time.