Discover Yourself with The List of 27 Journal Prompts

“Writing in a journal gives me a place to report, interpret, argue, reflect, save, question, predict, unload, praise, compare, cry, laugh, draw, paint, and remember.”- Luci Swindoll

Are you looking for a way to better understand yourself, discover who you are, work through challenges, or spark personal growth? Journaling might just be the answer. But, as you may know, staring at a blank page can be intimidating. Right?! That’s why this list of 27 Journal Prompts was compiled to help you discover yourself. It will allow you to develop a journaling practice using journal prompts. So, don’t worry because we’ve got you.

Whether you are new to journaling, or looking for new inspirations, this blog post is here for you. It will allow you to develop a journaling practice using journal prompts and avoid you staring at those blank pages. What’s more, It will give you an idea on how you can get started and help you discover journal prompts for love, self-reflection, and more. 

Why use Journal Prompts?

Journal prompts are a good tool for people just beginning a journaling practice. They give you a starting point for your thoughts. They are strong channel for self-reflection. They are especially helpful if you have a specific issue you want to work on–they tell you exactly what to start writing about. This will allow you to focus all your attention on processing one experience at a time.

So next time you want to process a thought in a journal, but don’t know where to start, use these easy to follow journalling prompts. Although this list is not exhaustive, it gives you a starting point on any areas of your life.

For example, if you are having trouble at work, it might be beneficial to use career journal prompts to work through how to solve your problems. If you want to grow as a person, using journal prompts for self-reflection, introspection, and self-discovery can be helpful in developing into the type of person you want to be. Download the Self-Reflection Journal from our collection of free tools to get you started.

So, if you haven’t journaled before or are trying to get back at it but feel lost, this article is here to help you. It will provide with different prompts in the following

• How to Journal Using Prompts
• Self-Awareness Journal Prompts
• Self-Care Journal Prompts
• Self-Discovery Journal Prompts
• Self-Love Journal Prompts
• Self-Reflection Journal Prompts
• Journal Prompts to Find Love
• Journal Prompts to Find Your Purpose

How to Journal Using Prompts

Journaling can be an effective tool for processing your emotions and ideas, but where do you start? If you have never written in a journal before, it can feel intimidating to put your thoughts on paper. Try not to worry if you feel apprehensive at first. The more you practice, the easier it will be to express yourself. Follow these easy steps to develop a regular journaling practice using journal prompts.

Buy yourself a journal with a fun design​

Try to choose a notebook you are excited to use. Find one in your favorite color, one with your favorite quote on the cover, or try a guided journal that already comes with prompts. You can even buy colorful pens or fun stickers to help keep you motivated to use your journal. 

Set aside ten minutes in your daily schedule

In order to create a habit, you have to make the time for it. Try to find a time in your schedule, ideally in the morning as part of your morning routine for example, that you can devote entirely to journaling. Set out your journal, pen, and prompt the night before so it is easy to jump right in. Try not to beat yourself up if you miss a few days–you can always jump back in.

Write without fear of judgment

Writing about our personal feelings and thoughts can feel very vulnerable and it may be difficult to fully open up at first. Over time it gets easier to open up and express yourself, just like it would if you were developing a relationship with another person. Try to trust yourself and be completely honest. 

Practice, practice, practice

When you first start journaling, it may be a struggle to make the time and put the words down on paper. With persistence, the goal is to develop a daily journaling practice even when it feels frustrating. We have the Positivity and the Self-Care Journals that you can download and use for free. 

Self-Awareness Journal Prompts 

1. How do you show yourself compassion and self-care? How can you show up for yourself to take care of your well-being?
2. Do you feel happy with your life as it is right now? If not, what can you do to change that?
3. If you could snap your fingers and get rid of all of your problems, would you? Why or why not?

Self-Awareness Journal Prompts

1. What is giving you the most joy right now?
2. How has your mood been over the past week? The past month?
3. What is causing you the most significant amount of stress right now?
4. Has anything or anyone triggered an unwanted emotion in you lately? If so, what happened?

Self-Discovery Journal Prompts

1. What core values and beliefs do you hold most important?
2. Write about one thing you have learned about yourself this year. 
3. What legacy do you want to leave behind at your life’s end?
4. What is your definition of success? Of a successful life?

Self-Love Journal Prompts

1. Write about three physical and three non-physical traits you love about yourself.
2. Describe in detail when you feel most comfortable in your own skin.
3. Write a letter to your younger self and include three things you love about that younger version of yourself. Are those still things you love about yourself now?
4. List your three biggest insecurities and then write about them from the perspective of someone who finds them beautiful.

Self-Reflection Journal Prompts

1. Write down the three emotions you experienced the most over the past week and the past month. Put a heart next to the positive emotions and a sad face next to the negative emotions.
2. Are any of the emotions you listed negative, such as anger or jealousy?
3. For each emotion, list the people or situations that may have been involved.
4. Write about any common themes you notice.

Journal Prompts to Find Love

1. List three personality traits you would like to see in a partner.
2. How would you describe your ideal partnership?
3. What does love mean to you and how do you express love in your relationships?
4. What parts of yourself do you keep closely guarded? Describe how you can be more open in relationships.
5. What are the five most important lessons you have learned from past relationships?

Journal Prompts to Find Your Purpose

1. Describe your ideal life including family, career, home, and everything in between.
2. If money was not an issue, what would you want your life to look like?
3. List your three favourite hobbies. When was the last time you made time for them?

In Essence

There are many different types of journaling practices and journal prompts are a great tool for beginners. Starting a journaling practice might be intimidating if you have never written before but prompts give you a jumping-off point to start organising your thoughts.

To develop a regular journaling practice, buy a fun journal, set aside time, write with honesty, and be consistent. Use this article to find journal prompts for self-awareness, self-care, and more. You can also develop a journaling practice to help process thoughts and emotions which can help you see the benefits that come out of stressful situations. Learning lessons from your adversity can help you be more resilient to stressful situations in the future.

Happy journaling!! Do you journal? Share with us in the comments below 🙂