Thursday Journal Prompts

by Brian Warriner

            Journaling is a powerful tool for your mental health and the stresses of life in general. I have spoken about my journaling journey and have provided prompts to help you on your path. These prompts are meant to spark inspiration for you to start your journaling journey. I know when you are just starting your journaling journey, you might get stuck on what to write. My advice to you is to pick a prompt and write about the day. The next day, pick another one once you have started to pick up the habit of journaling. You will be able to freelance your writing by journaling about thoughts and dreams, experiences, and whatever else comes up. Enjoy the journey. Happy Writing!

      1.      What three qualities I love about myself?

      2.      What accomplishments am I most proud of?

      3.      What small action can I take today to feel more confident?

      4.      When was a time I overcame a challenge, and what does it say about my strength?

      5.      What mistakes have I learned from, and how have they helped me grow?

      6.      Write down a negative thought you’ve had about yourself recently. What is a kinder, truer version of the thought?

      7.      List 10 things you can do immediately to feel better.

      8.      What do I struggle to love most about myself?

      9.      What is your favorite thing to do to treat yourself?

    10. What are 3 goals you want to accomplish before the end of the year?

    11. Where am I blocking my own love from myself?

    12. Write out 15 compliments you can give yourself.

    13. Describe a moment when you were able to accept yourself for who you are, flaws and all.

    14. How do you define success, and how does this affect your self-esteem?

    15. How do you compare yourself to others, and how does this affect your self-esteem?

    16. How are you going to practice self-care today?

    17. What do you need to forgive yourself for?

    18. Write a short letter to your seven-year-old self.

     19. Talk about your greatest achievement.

     20. Identify your values and discuss why you value these traits.

     21. What is the most difficult thing you have overcome, and how did you do it?

     22. When do you feel the most confident?

     23. When have you showed courage recently?

     24. What do you do well?

      25. How would your close friends describe you?