Good writing skills are crucial in the school, the business world, and everyday life. I encourage my students to keep a journal to help improve their writing skills. I have them write in their journal 3-5 times a week. It is a great way to revisit your writing to see where your weaknesses or strengths are, get ideas for papers, or help see what is going on in your life. Also, anytime you are doing some form of consistent writing like this, it will help keep your writing skills sharp. Many people feel they cannot write at all, but they see they have some writing ability as they begin to write in their journal. It is also a therapeutic way to relieve daily stress.