A Chinese man Sun wu, popularly known as Sun Tzu(Master Sun), thought to be a historical general and strategist who is credited with writing the book “The Art of War.”

Although historians do not know who wrote the book or the particular time of the book’s publication.

Historians only know that copies of the book were initially written on bundles of bamboo slats that had been sewed together and that it somehow made its way into the hands of academics, politicians, and military officials throughout China.

The book earned recognition, impact, and was read in Korea and Japan.

However, Records Of The Grand Historian, the first of Sima Qian’s 24 dynastic histories of China, mentions an early Chinese story that King Helü of Wu had read and studied a work on military issues that had been composed by one San Wu from the state of Qi.

The book is thought to have been written more than 2,500 years ago, and inferences that Sun Tzu wrote The Art Of War were made from these sources.

Also, the book is made up of 13 pages with detailed explanation and analysis of how the general Sun Tzu won various battles.

Hence, The book includes historical warfare techniques and ideas that are applicable to many facets of life.

Importantly, The underlying idea of The Art of War is that diplomacy should be used to avert war. If it can’t be avoided, it should be psychologically and tactically battled to cause the least amount of harm and waste of resources. Going into war is conceding defeat, thus it should only be done as a last choice. Sunzi used a mix of conciliatory measures and violent conflict to defeat his enemies.

Furthermore,The Art of War has numerous detailed fighting tactics and recommendations. It places a priority on getting ready for battle, which includes considering the weather and the battlefield, researching the enemy’s movements and weak points, and providing soldiers with the required training.

However, given how unpredictable the battlefield is, it also suggests being adaptable. Because siege warfare prolongs the struggle and costs resources, it deters generals from using it. Additionally, generals should show respect to both captured and defeated men. In his 40 years as a general, Sun Tzu is credited with having never lost a battle or a war.

Art Of War is influential because of its technique and tactics, other than its warfare technology.
Political leaders, Millitary generals and even businesses has implored the knowledge gotten from the Art Of War to acquire victory in their different endeavours.

Imagine, though, that all of this expertise and information were lost simply because no one was able to record happenings at the time in a notebook.

Only because there were writings about the Art of War has it been able to be handed down from generation to generation.

One of the most underestimated exercise, should be journaling.

Many a time, journaling has become the reason for shortcuts success in a required field.

Some other time, journaling becomes a tool to help one regain control of their emotions.

But first,

What is Journaling?
Simply put, journaling is the act of recording ideas, events, or other things in writing for a specific reason.

Now, that purpose could be;

Reduce Stress(A great way of opening up).

Sharing a burden is one of the many ways to reduce stress and anxiety. Journaling helps to reduce stress because writing down your emotions or feelings helps you release the anxiety of having to keep negative thoughts to yourself. And this relieves stress.

✓ To Track Progress And Growth.

Writing down day to day activities of your life helps you recognize areas you’ve made progress on. And this in turn boosts self confidence.

✓ Improve Communication Skill.

Since constant practice leads to perfection or improvement. Writing often on your journal will train your communication skills.

✓ Strengthen Memory.

The brain is likely to store information that is visual, writing down information you’ve been taught on your journal will facilitate the brain’s ability to remember, especially for students who need to ace their exams.

✓ Enhance Critical Thinking And Skills.

✓ Keep You Organised(to-do list).

There’s substantial evidence that writing down tasks down, promotes the efficiency and completion of your tasks. Other than keeping tasks in your head, writing down tasks in an organised way makes them look possible and easy to accomplish.

✓ To Keep Records.

Writing down ideas wherever or whenever is a way of keeping record about your thoughts that can be accessible by yourself or anyone when there is need. It also helps in the transfer of knowledge from generation to generation.

As anyone can see, keeping a journal should be a compulsory exercise in anyone’s life, especially people who are looking to improve in the areas above.

What other power do you think Journaling holds?

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