"Journaling allows one to reflect momentarily and then move forward with new knowledge and purpose. It is a way to express emotions through difficult times, produce positive results and become more self-aware."

The self made person is a myth. It's amazing how so many people out there give so little credit to the ones who brought them to where they are today. While there are a few amazing individuals in this world who struggled and sacrificed with little or no help from anyone, they still had at least one person who played a significant role that changed the course of their destiny.