The Importance of Journaling + 8 Prompts to Get You Started
Journaling in between sessions can be an easy and simple way to decrease stress, foster positive emotions, problem solve, and practice newly learned coping skills. Journaling is cathartic as it allows you to express your inner thoughts and feelings while gaining greater insight and self-awareness.
Carve out 5-10 minutes each day for journaling. When you journal, go to a quiet place and let your thoughts flow. There is no right or wrong way to journal. What is most important is reflecting on your day and getting in touch with your thoughts and feelings.
You might enjoy using these prompts to help you begin journaling!
What was the best part of my day? What was something that brought me joy or happiness?
What was the hardest part of my day? How did I work through it? What could I have done differently?
Who or what is something I am grateful for?
What is something I am proud of? What is something I did well today?
What is a goal I have for myself or an area in my life I can improve upon?
What is a personal, professional, or spiritual goal I have for myself?
What is something that is weighing on my heart? Who can help me with this hardship?
What was a distressing moment, thoughts, or feelings I experienced today? What coping skill can I use to help work through this challenge?