Journalling Prompts
I pool journal questions from different sources here. The point of this is to reframe and/or find alignment with what I really think, could, or should think.
There is no wrong answer. Only what you make of it. Will regularly be updated
Learning and Growth
- For personal development and expanding knowledge.
- What is one thing I can learn today?
- What gaps exist in my knowledge, and how can I address them?
- What small action can I take today to improve or learn something new?
- What is something I can improve today or tomorrow, and how will I do it?
- What empowering belief do I already have?
- How can I make today a success?
Problem-Solving
- For addressing challenges and building resilience.
- What is the challenge, why does it exist, and what is the benefit of solving it?
- What is the worst-case scenario, and how would I respond?
- What steps can I take to prevent the worst-case scenario?
- What is one challenge I’m excited to face?
- How can I reframe or overcome something I’m dreading?
Positive Mindset
- For gratitude and fostering optimism.
- What are three things I’m grateful for today?
- What were three amazing things that happened yesterday?
- How can I make today better than it would otherwise be?
- How could I have made today even better?
Daily Structure (Time-Specific)
- Morning Focus
- What is one thing I want to learn today?
- What gaps in my knowledge can I address, and how?
- What is one small action I can take to fill those gaps?
- When will I do it? (Schedule it and set reminders to ensure it happens.)
Relationships
- For building stronger connections.
- Reflect on a partner’s qualities: What are three moments that highlight their loyalty, kindness, or another trait you value? (Write this as a letter and share it.)
- What is one small thing I can do today to improve a relationship with someone important to me?
Goal Setting
- For defining purpose and taking action.
- What is a massive goal I can set to push myself into action?
- What is one goal I’ll make progress on today?
- What does my ideal day or morning routine look like?
- What habits or tasks can I 80/20 to maximize results with minimal effort?
Emotional Reflection
- For emotional clarity and processing.
- Why do I feel this way, and what is this emotion trying to tell me?
- What do I need to do to honor my needs right now?
- Is there something I can learn from this feeling?
- Write a letter to your younger or future self to process these emotions.
- What or who is worth the effort, discomfort, or struggle?
Progress Tracking
- For evaluating personal growth and projects.
- How do I currently feel about my progress on [insert project]?
- Where am I holding myself back due to fear of discomfort or lack of consistency?
- What is one thing I’m better at today than I was yesterday?
Life Alignment
- For long-term vision and purpose.
- Where do I see myself five years from now, and am I happy with that direction?
- What would I do if I couldn’t fail? What would I do knowing I’d fail? What would I do regardless of success or failure?
- What legacy do I want to leave behind? (Think of your hypothetical Wikipedia page.)
- In what areas am I holding back, waiting to “know enough” or be “good enough” to act?
- Where am I pursuing comfort instead of necessary discomfort?
Ideal Life Design
- For redefining priorities and day-to-day happiness.
- If I only had two hours a day to work, what would I prioritize?
- What does my ideal daily routine look like, beyond titles or societal expectations?
- What do I love about the day-to-day activities of my current life or job? If nothing, how can I change that?