Journaling

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and Writing,

Oh My.

You didn’t come this far to stop

If you don't know already or haven't researched the topic, journaling - the practice of writing down thoughts, feelings, and experiences - is very therapeutic. It's an incredibly powerful way to process stress, trauma, and the chaos of life.

There are many, many, many resources out there for journaling so we won't delve into them. Our aim is to give you a journaling prompt from our curated list to use however you will. Our hope is that you will use it to get to know yourself better; to process the myriad of things that are going through your head, in your body, and in your life, to give you some room to bring some balance into your corner of the world; to give you a moment to breathe.

Below the journaling prompt, we'll give you some of our own and others writings. Thoughts on a variety of subjects, zeroing in on certain topics as well as sharing really interesting things we've come across.

Journaling Prompts and Topics

Beginner Journal Prompts

If you are a beginner journaler, here are some good journaling prompts to try. Simply copy and paste these journaling prompt examples into your journal. These prompts are just a starting point, and you can adjust them or come up with your own to fit your needs and interests.

What happened today?
What was the best thing that happened today?
What was the worst thing that happened today?
What was the most interesting thing I saw or heard today?
What was the most challenging thing I faced today?
What am I grateful for today?
What did I learn today?
What was the most fun thing I did today?
What was the most surprising thing that happened today?
What did I do today that I am proud of?

Provided by DayOneapp.com

Gratitude Journal Prompts

Gratitude journaling is a powerful practice to cultivate positivity and appreciation in your life. These prompts are designed to help you recognize and celebrate the good, no matter how small. Use them to reflect on the blessings in your life, fostering a mindset of gratitude that can transform your outlook and well-being.

Perfect for morning reflections or end-of-day contemplation, these prompts will guide you in acknowledging the abundance surrounding you:

What is one kind thing someone did for you recently?
Reflect on a challenge you faced that ultimately led to growth. What are you grateful for in that experience?
Name three small joys you encountered today.
Think of a time when you felt truly at peace. What about that moment made you grateful?
Who in your life are you thankful for and why? Consider sending them a message of appreciation.
What is an aspect of your health or body that you're grateful for?
Describe a skill or talent you possess that you're grateful for. How has it enriched your life?
Recall a recent moment of laughter or joy. What sparked it?
What is something in nature you recently observed that filled you with gratitude?
Reflect on a piece of art, music, or literature that moved you. Why are you thankful for this experience?

Provided by Creative Primer

Self-Reflection Journal Prompts

Reflect on a time you faced a significant challenge. What did you learn about yourself through overcoming it?
Write about a moment when you felt completely at peace. What contributed to that sense of calm, and how can you recreate it?
Describe your proudest achievement and explore why it means so much to you.
Think about a time you forgave someone. How did that decision change your perspective?
What are three things you wish others knew about you, but you find difficult to share?
Reflect on a time you felt misunderstood. What could you have done to communicate better?
Describe the last time you experienced joy. What were you doing, and who were you with?
What does success mean to you, and how has that definition evolved over time?
Write about a time when you felt the most confident. What contributed to that feeling, and how can you channel it now?
What’s one habit or mindset you’d like to change? Why is it important, and how can you start?

Provided by Lestallion

Goal-Setting Journal Prompts

Describe your perfect home. Where is it, what does it look like, and who do you share it with?
When you were younger, what did you want to be when you grew up and why?
If failure wasn’t possible, what would you be doing right now?
If you only had one year left of life, what would you do?
In another life, who would you want to be? Write out this character, what they do for a living, their personality traits, etc.
Reflect on your career and personal goals. Are there parallels and consistencies between the two? How do you keep these two areas of your life separate? How are they the same?
If you could master one skill, what would it be?
What are new ways you can measure progress this year?
What is standing in your way of reaching your goals?
Who are the people you trust the most to help you create the life you’ve always dreamed of?

Provided by Camille Styles

Journaling Prompts from BetterHelp

"I know that I need to step back and take care of myself when..."
"Three times that I have overcome my most difficult challenges are:"
"Where in life do I have trouble saying 'no'?"
"If I were to write a letter of forgiveness to myself for something in my past, I'd say..."
"What are three things that I can do to show my partner/friends/family my love for them?"
"I feel happiness when..."
"Identify five things that you like about yourself and five aspects that you like about your loved one/partner."
"I know that I need to step back and take care of myself when..."
"Three positive things that have happened to me this week are:"
"The most interesting/important things about me is..."

Provided by BetterHelp

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