December 23, 2024 • 15 mins
50 Journal Prompts for Adults
Unlock the secrets to a more intentional and authentic life through the powerful practice of journaling. Promising insights and personal growth, this episode takes you on a journey of self-discovery with "50 Journal Prompts for Adults" from Lestallion as your guide. We share our personal experiences with journaling, revealing how these structured prompts can illuminate the qualities we admire in others and in ourselves, offer wisdom to our younger selves, and reflect on life experiences that have sculpted our identities. Learn how journaling can be a mirror to your inner world, aligning your actions with your core values and helping you navigate life's challenges with clarity and purpose.
As we explore the profound benefits of journaling, you'll see how this practice is much more than mere introspection—it's a transformative tool for understanding and growth. Discover how journaling can uncover recurring themes in your life, providing insight into your reactions and behaviors, and ultimately fostering enhanced self-awareness. Whether you're a seasoned journal enthusiast or just beginning, this episode will inspire you to pick up a pen and delve into the depths of your own story. Join us in experiencing the reflective beauty of journaling and the personal development it sparks.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Hey everyone, Welcome to today's deep dive.
Speaker 2 (00:02):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (00:03):
We're going to be looking at journal prompts.
Oh cool and specifically thisresource called 50 Journal
Prompts for Adults fromLestallion.
Speaker 2 (00:13):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (00:14):
And I think it'll be really fun to kind of go through
and look at these prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:17):
Sounds good.
Speaker 1 (00:17):
Because journaling can be really helpful for a lot
of different things.
Speaker 2 (00:20):
Yeah, definitely you can help us kind of slow down
and connect with ourselves andeven clarify our goals.
Yeah, definitely and goals.
Speaker 1 (00:40):
Totally.
And what I really like aboutthis specific resource is it's
really practical.
You know, these aren't justlike vague feel good statements.
Speaker 2 (00:51):
They really make you think and dig deep, it's true,
and the way Lestallionstructures these prompts is
really fascinating.
They're not just randomlythrown together.
There's actually likecategories that guide you
through self-exploration, whichI think is a really cool way to
approach it.
Speaker 1 (01:04):
I like that, okay.
So let's jump into some ofthese self-discovery prompts.
Speaker 2 (01:07):
Okay, let's do it.
Speaker 1 (01:14):
One that really jumped out at me was what
qualities do I admire most inothers, and how do those
qualities show up in myself?
Speaker 2 (01:17):
if at all.
Oh, that's a good one.
Speaker 1 (01:18):
Right, I feel like we could have some serious aha
moments with that.
Speaker 2 (01:22):
Definitely.
I think that's a really cleverway to look at self-reflection.
Speaker 1 (01:25):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (01:26):
Because when you admire something in somebody
else, it probably reflectssomething you value or desire in
yourself.
Speaker 1 (01:33):
That's true.
Speaker 2 (01:34):
Like if you see someone and you're like, wow,
they're so resilient.
Speaker 1 (01:37):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (01:37):
You probably value resilience and maybe want to
cultivate that more in your ownlife.
Speaker 1 (01:41):
Yeah, I like that you say you're holding up a mirror
to yourself.
Speaker 2 (01:44):
Yeah, exactly.
Speaker 1 (01:45):
But you're using other people as the reflection.
Speaker 2 (01:47):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (01:48):
It could be a little unsettling.
Speaker 2 (01:49):
It could be.
Speaker 1 (01:50):
But also really cool.
Speaker 2 (01:51):
Yeah, for sure.
Speaker 1 (01:52):
Okay, so what about you?
What's another prompt from thiscategory that you liked?
Speaker 2 (01:56):
Okay, so this one really stood out to me.
If I could talk to my youngerself, what advice or
encouragement would I offerabout navigating adulthood?
Speaker 1 (02:06):
Oh, that's a good one .
Speaker 2 (02:07):
Right, I feel like it really makes you tap into all
the wisdom you've gained.
Speaker 1 (02:11):
It makes me think about all the things I wish
someone had told me.
Speaker 2 (02:14):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (02:15):
Like back then.
Speaker 2 (02:15):
Totally.
Speaker 1 (02:18):
But also the things that like I did well that maybe
I didn't give myself enoughcredit for at the time.
Speaker 2 (02:22):
Exactly.
It's not just about givingadvice to your past self.
That's about acknowledging howfar you've come, the challenges
that you've overcome, thelessons you've learned.
It's honoring that wholejourney.
Speaker 1 (02:35):
I love that.
Speaker 2 (02:36):
And giving yourself compassion.
Speaker 1 (02:37):
Yeah, that's beautiful.
Okay, so we've been talkingabout prompts that are very
introspective.
Speaker 2 (02:42):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:43):
But there are some that also focus on our
experiences yes, out in theworld, and one that stood out to
me was what experiences in mylife have shaped me the most and
how have they influenced who Iam today.
Speaker 2 (02:56):
I like that one a lot because, you know,
self-discovery isn't just aboutlooking inward.
It's about how your experiences, good and bad, have shaped you
and connecting the dots betweenyour past and your present.
Speaker 1 (03:10):
Totally and like sometimes, our experiences can
create patterns in our livesthat we don't even realize, and
then we can look back and belike oh, Exactly, and you start
to see those recurring themesand understand why you might
react to certain situations theway you do.
Yeah, totally so.
I'm noticing that some of theseproblems are really about
(03:32):
uncovering our strengths andalso our weaknesses.
So there's one that asks whatare my greatest strengths and
how can I utilize them moreeffectively in my personal and
professional life?
Speaker 2 (03:42):
Oh, that's a good one , right?
Yeah, because we tend to focuson our weaknesses.
We do but identifying ourstrengths is so empowering, then
you can approach challengeswith confidence and pursue goals
that align with your talent.
Speaker 1 (03:55):
And our strengths and weaknesses aren't necessarily
fixed.
Speaker 2 (03:58):
Right, they can evolve.
They can evolve yeah.
Speaker 1 (04:00):
Yeah, and there's actually another prompt about
that.
Speaker 2 (04:02):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (04:03):
It says what are some areas where I feel I need to
grow and what steps can I taketo develop these areas?
Speaker 2 (04:09):
That's a great one, because it shows that
self-discovery is not just aone-time thing.
Right, it's ongoing.
Speaker 1 (04:16):
It's a journey.
Speaker 2 (04:16):
We're always learning and evolving Totally.
Speaker 1 (04:24):
So we've talked about prompts that are introspective,
yeah, prompts that connect usto our experiences, prompts that
help us identify our strengthsand weaknesses.
Are there any other themes thatyou're noticing in these
self-discovery prompts?
Speaker 2 (04:34):
Yeah, one theme that keeps popping up is values.
Speaker 1 (04:37):
Oh interesting.
Speaker 2 (04:38):
There's one that says what are my core values and how
do they guide my decisions andactions, and I think that's
super important to livingauthentically.
Speaker 1 (04:46):
It's like having a compass when you know your
values, you can make choicesthat feel good, even when
they're hard.
Speaker 2 (04:52):
Exactly, it's about intention and purpose.
Yeah, and there's another onethat asks what matters most to
me in life and how am Iprioritizing these things in my
daily life?
Speaker 1 (05:03):
Oh, that's a good one , because it makes you think
about how you actually spendyour time.
Speaker 2 (05:06):
Yeah, and if your actions are matching your
priorities, yeah, it's easy toget caught up in, like the day
to day.
It is.
Speaker 1 (05:13):
And forget what actually matters.
Speaker 2 (05:14):
Totally, and that's where journaling is so helpful.
Speaker 1 (05:17):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (05:17):
Because it gives you that space to reflect.
Speaker 1 (05:20):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (05:20):
And make conscious choices about what you want.
Speaker 1 (05:22):
That align with what you said.
Your values are Exactly I like.
Okay, these prompts are reallygood.
They're good, right?
They're making me think.
Speaker 2 (05:29):
It's the power of journaling.
Speaker 1 (05:30):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (05:30):
It's not just conversation with yourself.
Speaker 1 (05:35):
That's a good way to put it.
Speaker 2 (05:36):
Exploring your inner world.
Speaker 1 (05:38):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (05:38):
To find insights for growth.
Speaker 1 (05:40):
Yeah, I'm inspired now to like dust off my journal.
Speaker 2 (05:43):
Me too.
Speaker 1 (05:44):
But before we go and do that, yeah.
I want to know more about thebenefits.
Speaker 2 (05:48):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (05:48):
Of journaling, like what can listeners expect if
they actually start doing this?
Speaker 2 (05:53):
So one of the biggest benefits is definitely
self-awareness.
So one of the biggest benefitsis definitely self-awareness.
Okay, you know, by examiningyour thoughts, feelings and
behaviors, you can start to seepatterns and understand like why
you do what you do.
Speaker 1 (06:06):
Right, and all those things that we don't even
realize are influencing ourchoices.
Speaker 2 (06:10):
Exactly.
It's shining a light on yourblind spots.
Speaker 1 (06:13):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (06:13):
And with that self-awareness comes personal
growth.
Oh cool, you start tounderstand yourself better.
Yeah, and with thatself-awareness comes personal
growth.
Oh cool, you start tounderstand yourself better and
can make more conscious choices.
I like that About your life,your relationships and your
goals.
Speaker 1 (06:25):
It's empowering.
Speaker 2 (06:26):
It is.
Speaker 1 (06:26):
To know we can shape our lives Totally Okay.
So what about?
Speaker 2 (06:30):
Another big one is processing emotions.
Speaker 1 (06:32):
Oh, okay.
Speaker 2 (06:33):
Journaling gives you that safe space to deal with
tough feelings.
Speaker 1 (06:37):
That's important it is, so it's not just about the
positive stuff.
Speaker 2 (06:41):
Right, it's about facing the challenges, yeah, and
working through them.
Speaker 1 (06:44):
And I feel like by confronting the stuff that maybe
holds us back.
Speaker 2 (06:49):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (06:50):
That can help us grow .
Speaker 2 (06:51):
Exactly, it's about the full human experience, right
, the good and the bad.
Speaker 1 (06:55):
I like that experience Right, the good and
the bad.
I like that, ok.
So journaling can really be acatalyst for transformation
Totally when we use prompts likethis.
Speaker 2 (07:02):
It's using the power of writing to connect with
yourself, understand yourmotivations and make choices
that match your values.
Speaker 1 (07:10):
I like that these prompts are really giving me a
lot to think about.
Speaker 2 (07:13):
They're good.
Speaker 1 (07:14):
I'm ready to dive into my journal, but maybe we
should take a break and comeback for part two.
Speaker 2 (07:18):
Sounds good.
Speaker 1 (07:20):
So join us for part two as we continue to dive into
Lestallion's 50 Journal Promptsfor Adults.
Speaker 2 (07:26):
We'll be here.
Speaker 1 (07:27):
All right, see you there.
Speaker 2 (07:29):
So welcome back to our deep dive into 50 Journal
Prompts for Adults by Lestallion.
In part one we talked aboutprompts that make you look
inward examine.
Speaker 1 (07:42):
Yeah, it was fascinating to see how those
simple questions could be sopowerful.
Speaker 2 (07:47):
Totally.
Speaker 1 (07:48):
And give us those aha moments.
Speaker 2 (07:49):
Exactly, and that's just the start.
Speaker 1 (07:51):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (07:51):
There's more to discover.
Speaker 1 (07:52):
I'm excited.
Speaker 2 (07:53):
Me too.
Speaker 1 (07:54):
Where do we go from here?
Speaker 2 (07:55):
Okay, well, lestallion talks about passions
and purpose.
Speaker 1 (07:58):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (07:58):
There's a prompt that asks what activities make me
feel truly alive and engaged andhow can I incorporate more of
these into my life.
Alive and engaged and how can Iincorporate more of these into
my life that's a good one right,because it's so easy to forget
about those things when we getcaught up in routines, it's true
, and this prompt reminds usyeah, to make time for stuff we
enjoy to reconnect with thosethings that bring us joy.
Speaker 1 (08:20):
Yes, and fulfillment.
Speaker 2 (08:21):
It's about finding what makes you feel alive, like
painting or hiking or even justspending time with people.
Yes, exactly, and then findingways to make it happen.
Speaker 1 (08:32):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (08:32):
Even just for a few minutes.
Speaker 1 (08:34):
I love that because it's like, instead of going
through the motions, we'rechoosing to do stuff that makes
us feel good.
Speaker 2 (08:40):
It's about aligning your actions with your passions.
Speaker 1 (08:44):
Okay, I like that.
Speaker 2 (08:45):
And making your life feel more real.
Speaker 1 (08:47):
Authentic.
Speaker 2 (08:48):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (08:49):
Okay.
So there's another prompt thatasks if fear wasn't a factor,
what would I be doingdifferently with my life?
Speaker 2 (08:57):
Oh wow, that's a tough one.
Speaker 1 (08:59):
Right.
Speaker 2 (08:59):
It makes you face all those things that are holding
you back.
Speaker 1 (09:02):
I can already feel myself resisting.
Me too thinking about that one.
Speaker 2 (09:05):
It is, but it encourages you to imagine a life
without limits.
Speaker 1 (09:10):
A life where we could do anything.
Speaker 2 (09:11):
Yes, it's so powerful .
Speaker 1 (09:14):
It is, and it's not about being reckless or ignoring
challenges.
Speaker 2 (09:18):
It's about realizing that fear can be an illusion.
Speaker 1 (09:22):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (09:22):
Like something we make up in our minds.
That makes sense, and it stopsus from taking risks yeah, and
reaching our full potential.
Speaker 1 (09:28):
There's another one.
Speaker 2 (09:29):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (09:30):
That, I think, goes along with that.
Okay, what is one small step Ican take today to move closer to
my goals?
Speaker 2 (09:37):
That's a great one because it's about action.
Speaker 1 (09:40):
It is it's?
Speaker 2 (09:41):
not just dreaming.
Speaker 1 (09:42):
Breaking things down.
Speaker 2 (09:43):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (09:44):
Into smaller steps.
Speaker 2 (09:45):
It's about taking those small steps consistently.
Speaker 1 (09:48):
And I think that can be less overwhelming.
Speaker 2 (09:50):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (09:51):
Than thinking about the big picture all the time.
Speaker 2 (09:53):
It's about momentum.
Speaker 1 (09:55):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (09:55):
And that feeling of accomplishment.
Speaker 1 (09:57):
I like that.
Speaker 2 (09:58):
So Lestallion also has prompts.
Speaker 1 (10:01):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (10:01):
That make you think about the past.
Speaker 1 (10:03):
Oh, interesting.
Speaker 2 (10:04):
One asks what are some of the biggest lessons I've
learned from my past mistakesand how can I apply these
lessons to make better choicesin the future?
Speaker 1 (10:13):
That's a good one.
Speaker 2 (10:14):
Yeah, it's about learning from mistakes.
Speaker 1 (10:16):
Instead of dwelling on them.
Exactly or beating ourselves up.
Speaker 2 (10:19):
It's about growth.
Speaker 1 (10:20):
I like that.
Speaker 2 (10:20):
It's like those mistakes.
Speaker 1 (10:22):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (10:23):
They become valuable lessons.
Speaker 1 (10:25):
They do.
Speaker 2 (10:25):
That can help us in the future.
Speaker 1 (10:27):
So I'm also noticing that there are prompts.
Yeah, about self-compassion.
Speaker 2 (10:32):
Oh, that's important.
Speaker 1 (10:33):
And acceptance.
So, for example, what are someof the things I judge myself
harshly for and how can I offermyself more kindness and
understanding?
Speaker 2 (10:43):
Oh, that's a tough one.
Speaker 1 (10:44):
It is right.
Speaker 2 (10:45):
Yeah, because we can be so hard on ourselves.
Speaker 1 (10:48):
It's true, and I think this prompt reminds us to
be kind to ourselves.
Speaker 2 (10:53):
It does.
Speaker 1 (10:54):
And that it's okay to not be perfect.
Speaker 2 (10:56):
Exactly, we're all works in progress.
Speaker 1 (10:58):
There's another one that asks what are some of the
things I'm truly grateful forand how can I cultivate a deeper
sense of gratitude in my dailylife?
Speaker 2 (11:06):
Oh, gratitude is so important, it's like training
your brain.
Speaker 1 (11:10):
Yes, to see the good.
Speaker 2 (11:11):
It changes your perspective.
Speaker 1 (11:13):
It really does.
Speaker 2 (11:13):
And it's not just about the big stuff, okay, it's
the little things too.
Speaker 1 (11:18):
Right Like a good cup of coffee.
Speaker 2 (11:19):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (11:20):
Exactly, or a pretty sunset.
Speaker 2 (11:21):
Those little moments.
Speaker 1 (11:25):
It seems like these prompts show how all these parts
of self-discovery are connected.
Speaker 2 (11:30):
They are.
Speaker 1 (11:30):
Like it's not just about values or passions, right,
it's also about self-compassion, gratitude and accepting the
journey.
Speaker 2 (11:37):
With all its ups and downs.
Speaker 1 (11:39):
With humble connected .
Speaker 2 (11:40):
I feel like we've talked about so much.
We have, but there's still moreto explore.
Speaker 1 (11:44):
There is so much more .
With these prompts We've onlyscratched the surface.
Speaker 2 (11:48):
Okay, well, maybe we should take another pause and
come back.
Sounds good For part three.
Speaker 1 (11:53):
I'll be here.
Speaker 2 (11:54):
Okay, so welcome back to our deep dive into
Lestallion's 50 journal promptsfor adults.
Speaker 1 (12:00):
Yes.
Speaker 2 (12:01):
We've been talking about all these prompts that
make you really look inward.
You know, yeah, connect withexperiences.
Think about your values andpassions.
Speaker 1 (12:09):
It's been a journey.
Speaker 2 (12:10):
It has been a journey .
Through all these and I lovethat this collection doesn't
just stop there.
Speaker 1 (12:15):
It doesn't.
Speaker 2 (12:16):
It also helps us take action.
Speaker 1 (12:18):
Yeah, it gives you those tools to actually move
forward.
Speaker 2 (12:21):
Yeah, what kind of prompts are we talking about
here?
Speaker 1 (12:23):
Well, one that I really like is what is one habit
I would like to change and whatare three specific steps I can
take to start making that change?
Speaker 2 (12:33):
Okay, so it's getting specific it is.
It's about action.
Speaker 1 (12:36):
Instead of just thinking about it.
Speaker 2 (12:37):
Right, like instead of saying I want to be healthier
, yeah, you pick one habit likedrinking more water.
Speaker 1 (12:43):
Or getting more sleep .
Speaker 2 (12:45):
Exactly, and then you make a plan.
Speaker 1 (12:47):
So it's breaking it down.
Speaker 2 (12:48):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (12:49):
Instead of being overwhelmed by this big goal.
Speaker 2 (12:51):
Right, you make it manageable.
Speaker 1 (12:52):
But with smaller steps you can actually like yeah
, Make it happen.
Speaker 2 (12:56):
Exactly those little things make a big difference.
Speaker 1 (12:58):
Yeah, and you're kind of like yeah.
Setting yourself up for successin a way.
Speaker 2 (13:02):
You, you are, you're creating those reminders.
Speaker 1 (13:04):
Right, and that structure Okay.
So what about other prompts?
Speaker 2 (13:09):
Okay, so this one is about the future.
What does my ideal day looklike and what are three things I
can do today to create more ofthose ideal days?
Speaker 1 (13:19):
Oh, I love that because it's like sometimes
those big dreams feel so faraway.
They do, but we can createthose moments.
Speaker 2 (13:26):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (13:27):
Those little ideal moments in our everyday lives.
Speaker 2 (13:29):
It's about being intentional.
Speaker 1 (13:31):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (13:31):
With your time and energy.
Speaker 1 (13:33):
Yeah, instead of just letting the day happen to you.
Speaker 2 (13:35):
Right, you're choosing.
We're making choices To make itreflect what you want.
I like that a lot.
It's powerful.
Speaker 1 (13:41):
Okay, so the stallion also includes prompts.
Speaker 2 (13:43):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (13:44):
That encourage us to step outside of our comfort zone
.
Speaker 2 (13:46):
Yes, to try new things.
Speaker 1 (13:49):
Okay, like what.
Speaker 2 (13:50):
So there's one that asks what is one thing I've
always wanted to try but havebeen afraid to do, and what is
one small step I can take toovercome that fear?
Speaker 1 (13:59):
I think we all have that little voice, yeah, that
tells us we're not good enough.
Speaker 2 (14:04):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (14:04):
Or brave enough.
Speaker 2 (14:06):
To do those things, to do those things yeah.
But fear is a part of growth.
Okay, it's natural.
Speaker 1 (14:11):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (14:11):
But this prompt helps you face those fears and take
action.
Speaker 1 (14:16):
Even if it's a baby step.
Speaker 2 (14:18):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (14:18):
Exactly.
Maybe it's signing up for thatclass you've always wanted to
take.
Speaker 2 (14:22):
Or having a difficult conversation.
Speaker 1 (14:24):
Those can be really scary, they care.
And also empowering.
Speaker 2 (14:27):
When you do it, it can lead to amazing
opportunities.
Speaker 1 (14:31):
Yeah, and experiences you might have missed out on.
Speaker 2 (14:33):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (14:36):
So, as we wrap up this deep dive, I'm really
struck by how these promptsoffer this pathway to
self-discovery, but also togrowth and transformation.
Speaker 2 (14:47):
It shows that journaling is more than just
writing things down.
It's about engaging withyourself and using what you
learn to create a life that youlove a life that feels right for
you.
Speaker 1 (14:59):
Yeah, it's about like writing your own story.
Speaker 2 (15:01):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (15:01):
And I love how these 50 prompts give you that
framework.
But it's really a personaljourney.
Speaker 2 (15:07):
It is.
Speaker 1 (15:07):
So any final words of advice?
Speaker 2 (15:09):
Yes, be patient.
Speaker 1 (15:10):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (15:11):
Self-discovery takes time.
Speaker 1 (15:12):
It's not a race.
Speaker 2 (15:14):
Some days you'll have amazing insights.
Speaker 1 (15:16):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (15:16):
Other days you'll feel lost.
Speaker 1 (15:18):
That's okay.
Speaker 2 (15:19):
It's all part of the process.
Speaker 1 (15:20):
Embrace the journey.
Speaker 2 (15:22):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (15:22):
And remember there are tons of resources out there
there are.
Like Lestallion's prompts.
Speaker 2 (15:27):
To help guide you.
Speaker 1 (15:28):
So grab a notebook.
Speaker 2 (15:29):
Find a quiet spot.
Speaker 1 (15:31):
And start writing.
Speaker 2 (15:31):
You got this.
Speaker 1 (15:32):
Thanks for joining us on this deep dive.
Speaker 2 (15:34):
It was fun.
Speaker 1 (15:35):
We'll see you next time.
Speaker 2 (15:36):
Bye everyone.
Hey everyone, Welcome to today's deep dive.
Speaker 2 (00:02):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (00:03):
We're going to be looking at journal prompts.
Oh cool and specifically thisresource called 50 Journal
Prompts for Adults fromLestallion.
Speaker 2 (00:13):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (00:14):
And I think it'll be really fun to kind of go through
and look at these prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:17):
Sounds good.
Speaker 1 (00:17):
Because journaling can be really helpful for a lot
of different things.
Speaker 2 (00:20):
Yeah, definitely you can help us kind of slow down
and connect with ourselves andeven clarify our goals.
Yeah, definitely and goals.
Speaker 1 (00:40):
Totally.
And what I really like aboutthis specific resource is it's
really practical.
You know, these aren't justlike vague feel good statements.
Speaker 2 (00:51):
They really make you think and dig deep, it's true,
and the way Lestallionstructures these prompts is
really fascinating.
They're not just randomlythrown together.
There's actually likecategories that guide you
through self-exploration, whichI think is a really cool way to
approach it.
Speaker 1 (01:04):
I like that, okay.
So let's jump into some ofthese self-discovery prompts.
Speaker 2 (01:07):
Okay, let's do it.
Speaker 1 (01:14):
One that really jumped out at me was what
qualities do I admire most inothers, and how do those
qualities show up in myself?
Speaker 2 (01:17):
if at all.
Oh, that's a good one.
Speaker 1 (01:18):
Right, I feel like we could have some serious aha
moments with that.
Speaker 2 (01:22):
Definitely.
I think that's a really cleverway to look at self-reflection.
Speaker 1 (01:25):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (01:26):
Because when you admire something in somebody
else, it probably reflectssomething you value or desire in
yourself.
Speaker 1 (01:33):
That's true.
Speaker 2 (01:34):
Like if you see someone and you're like, wow,
they're so resilient.
Speaker 1 (01:37):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (01:37):
You probably value resilience and maybe want to
cultivate that more in your ownlife.
Speaker 1 (01:41):
Yeah, I like that you say you're holding up a mirror
to yourself.
Speaker 2 (01:44):
Yeah, exactly.
Speaker 1 (01:45):
But you're using other people as the reflection.
Speaker 2 (01:47):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (01:48):
It could be a little unsettling.
Speaker 2 (01:49):
It could be.
Speaker 1 (01:50):
But also really cool.
Speaker 2 (01:51):
Yeah, for sure.
Speaker 1 (01:52):
Okay, so what about you?
What's another prompt from thiscategory that you liked?
Speaker 2 (01:56):
Okay, so this one really stood out to me.
If I could talk to my youngerself, what advice or
encouragement would I offerabout navigating adulthood?
Speaker 1 (02:06):
Oh, that's a good one .
Speaker 2 (02:07):
Right, I feel like it really makes you tap into all
the wisdom you've gained.
Speaker 1 (02:11):
It makes me think about all the things I wish
someone had told me.
Speaker 2 (02:14):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (02:15):
Like back then.
Speaker 2 (02:15):
Totally.
Speaker 1 (02:18):
But also the things that like I did well that maybe
I didn't give myself enoughcredit for at the time.
Speaker 2 (02:22):
Exactly.
It's not just about givingadvice to your past self.
That's about acknowledging howfar you've come, the challenges
that you've overcome, thelessons you've learned.
It's honoring that wholejourney.
Speaker 1 (02:35):
I love that.
Speaker 2 (02:36):
And giving yourself compassion.
Speaker 1 (02:37):
Yeah, that's beautiful.
Okay, so we've been talkingabout prompts that are very
introspective.
Speaker 2 (02:42):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:43):
But there are some that also focus on our
experiences yes, out in theworld, and one that stood out to
me was what experiences in mylife have shaped me the most and
how have they influenced who Iam today.
Speaker 2 (02:56):
I like that one a lot because, you know,
self-discovery isn't just aboutlooking inward.
It's about how your experiences, good and bad, have shaped you
and connecting the dots betweenyour past and your present.
Speaker 1 (03:10):
Totally and like sometimes, our experiences can
create patterns in our livesthat we don't even realize, and
then we can look back and belike oh, Exactly, and you start
to see those recurring themesand understand why you might
react to certain situations theway you do.
Yeah, totally so.
I'm noticing that some of theseproblems are really about
(03:32):
uncovering our strengths andalso our weaknesses.
So there's one that asks whatare my greatest strengths and
how can I utilize them moreeffectively in my personal and
professional life?
Speaker 2 (03:42):
Oh, that's a good one , right?
Yeah, because we tend to focuson our weaknesses.
We do but identifying ourstrengths is so empowering, then
you can approach challengeswith confidence and pursue goals
that align with your talent.
Speaker 1 (03:55):
And our strengths and weaknesses aren't necessarily
fixed.
Speaker 2 (03:58):
Right, they can evolve.
They can evolve yeah.
Speaker 1 (04:00):
Yeah, and there's actually another prompt about
that.
Speaker 2 (04:02):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (04:03):
It says what are some areas where I feel I need to
grow and what steps can I taketo develop these areas?
Speaker 2 (04:09):
That's a great one, because it shows that
self-discovery is not just aone-time thing.
Right, it's ongoing.
Speaker 1 (04:16):
It's a journey.
Speaker 2 (04:16):
We're always learning and evolving Totally.
Speaker 1 (04:24):
So we've talked about prompts that are introspective,
yeah, prompts that connect usto our experiences, prompts that
help us identify our strengthsand weaknesses.
Are there any other themes thatyou're noticing in these
self-discovery prompts?
Speaker 2 (04:34):
Yeah, one theme that keeps popping up is values.
Speaker 1 (04:37):
Oh interesting.
Speaker 2 (04:38):
There's one that says what are my core values and how
do they guide my decisions andactions, and I think that's
super important to livingauthentically.
Speaker 1 (04:46):
It's like having a compass when you know your
values, you can make choicesthat feel good, even when
they're hard.
Speaker 2 (04:52):
Exactly, it's about intention and purpose.
Yeah, and there's another onethat asks what matters most to
me in life and how am Iprioritizing these things in my
daily life?
Speaker 1 (05:03):
Oh, that's a good one , because it makes you think
about how you actually spendyour time.
Speaker 2 (05:06):
Yeah, and if your actions are matching your
priorities, yeah, it's easy toget caught up in, like the day
to day.
It is.
Speaker 1 (05:13):
And forget what actually matters.
Speaker 2 (05:14):
Totally, and that's where journaling is so helpful.
Speaker 1 (05:17):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (05:17):
Because it gives you that space to reflect.
Speaker 1 (05:20):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (05:20):
And make conscious choices about what you want.
Speaker 1 (05:22):
That align with what you said.
Your values are Exactly I like.
Okay, these prompts are reallygood.
They're good, right?
They're making me think.
Speaker 2 (05:29):
It's the power of journaling.
Speaker 1 (05:30):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (05:30):
It's not just conversation with yourself.
Speaker 1 (05:35):
That's a good way to put it.
Speaker 2 (05:36):
Exploring your inner world.
Speaker 1 (05:38):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (05:38):
To find insights for growth.
Speaker 1 (05:40):
Yeah, I'm inspired now to like dust off my journal.
Speaker 2 (05:43):
Me too.
Speaker 1 (05:44):
But before we go and do that, yeah.
I want to know more about thebenefits.
Speaker 2 (05:48):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (05:48):
Of journaling, like what can listeners expect if
they actually start doing this?
Speaker 2 (05:53):
So one of the biggest benefits is definitely
self-awareness.
So one of the biggest benefitsis definitely self-awareness.
Okay, you know, by examiningyour thoughts, feelings and
behaviors, you can start to seepatterns and understand like why
you do what you do.
Speaker 1 (06:06):
Right, and all those things that we don't even
realize are influencing ourchoices.
Speaker 2 (06:10):
Exactly.
It's shining a light on yourblind spots.
Speaker 1 (06:13):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (06:13):
And with that self-awareness comes personal
growth.
Oh cool, you start tounderstand yourself better.
Yeah, and with thatself-awareness comes personal
growth.
Oh cool, you start tounderstand yourself better and
can make more conscious choices.
I like that About your life,your relationships and your
goals.
Speaker 1 (06:25):
It's empowering.
Speaker 2 (06:26):
It is.
Speaker 1 (06:26):
To know we can shape our lives Totally Okay.
So what about?
Speaker 2 (06:30):
Another big one is processing emotions.
Speaker 1 (06:32):
Oh, okay.
Speaker 2 (06:33):
Journaling gives you that safe space to deal with
tough feelings.
Speaker 1 (06:37):
That's important it is, so it's not just about the
positive stuff.
Speaker 2 (06:41):
Right, it's about facing the challenges, yeah, and
working through them.
Speaker 1 (06:44):
And I feel like by confronting the stuff that maybe
holds us back.
Speaker 2 (06:49):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (06:50):
That can help us grow .
Speaker 2 (06:51):
Exactly, it's about the full human experience, right
, the good and the bad.
Speaker 1 (06:55):
I like that experience Right, the good and
the bad.
I like that, ok.
So journaling can really be acatalyst for transformation
Totally when we use prompts likethis.
Speaker 2 (07:02):
It's using the power of writing to connect with
yourself, understand yourmotivations and make choices
that match your values.
Speaker 1 (07:10):
I like that these prompts are really giving me a
lot to think about.
Speaker 2 (07:13):
They're good.
Speaker 1 (07:14):
I'm ready to dive into my journal, but maybe we
should take a break and comeback for part two.
Speaker 2 (07:18):
Sounds good.
Speaker 1 (07:20):
So join us for part two as we continue to dive into
Lestallion's 50 Journal Promptsfor Adults.
Speaker 2 (07:26):
We'll be here.
Speaker 1 (07:27):
All right, see you there.
Speaker 2 (07:29):
So welcome back to our deep dive into 50 Journal
Prompts for Adults by Lestallion.
In part one we talked aboutprompts that make you look
inward examine.
Speaker 1 (07:42):
Yeah, it was fascinating to see how those
simple questions could be sopowerful.
Speaker 2 (07:47):
Totally.
Speaker 1 (07:48):
And give us those aha moments.
Speaker 2 (07:49):
Exactly, and that's just the start.
Speaker 1 (07:51):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (07:51):
There's more to discover.
Speaker 1 (07:52):
I'm excited.
Speaker 2 (07:53):
Me too.
Speaker 1 (07:54):
Where do we go from here?
Speaker 2 (07:55):
Okay, well, lestallion talks about passions
and purpose.
Speaker 1 (07:58):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (07:58):
There's a prompt that asks what activities make me
feel truly alive and engaged andhow can I incorporate more of
these into my life.
Alive and engaged and how can Iincorporate more of these into
my life that's a good one right,because it's so easy to forget
about those things when we getcaught up in routines, it's true
, and this prompt reminds usyeah, to make time for stuff we
enjoy to reconnect with thosethings that bring us joy.
Speaker 1 (08:20):
Yes, and fulfillment.
Speaker 2 (08:21):
It's about finding what makes you feel alive, like
painting or hiking or even justspending time with people.
Yes, exactly, and then findingways to make it happen.
Speaker 1 (08:32):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (08:32):
Even just for a few minutes.
Speaker 1 (08:34):
I love that because it's like, instead of going
through the motions, we'rechoosing to do stuff that makes
us feel good.
Speaker 2 (08:40):
It's about aligning your actions with your passions.
Speaker 1 (08:44):
Okay, I like that.
Speaker 2 (08:45):
And making your life feel more real.
Speaker 1 (08:47):
Authentic.
Speaker 2 (08:48):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (08:49):
Okay.
So there's another prompt thatasks if fear wasn't a factor,
what would I be doingdifferently with my life?
Speaker 2 (08:57):
Oh wow, that's a tough one.
Speaker 1 (08:59):
Right.
Speaker 2 (08:59):
It makes you face all those things that are holding
you back.
Speaker 1 (09:02):
I can already feel myself resisting.
Me too thinking about that one.
Speaker 2 (09:05):
It is, but it encourages you to imagine a life
without limits.
Speaker 1 (09:10):
A life where we could do anything.
Speaker 2 (09:11):
Yes, it's so powerful .
Speaker 1 (09:14):
It is, and it's not about being reckless or ignoring
challenges.
Speaker 2 (09:18):
It's about realizing that fear can be an illusion.
Speaker 1 (09:22):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (09:22):
Like something we make up in our minds.
That makes sense, and it stopsus from taking risks yeah, and
reaching our full potential.
Speaker 1 (09:28):
There's another one.
Speaker 2 (09:29):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (09:30):
That, I think, goes along with that.
Okay, what is one small step Ican take today to move closer to
my goals?
Speaker 2 (09:37):
That's a great one because it's about action.
Speaker 1 (09:40):
It is it's?
Speaker 2 (09:41):
not just dreaming.
Speaker 1 (09:42):
Breaking things down.
Speaker 2 (09:43):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (09:44):
Into smaller steps.
Speaker 2 (09:45):
It's about taking those small steps consistently.
Speaker 1 (09:48):
And I think that can be less overwhelming.
Speaker 2 (09:50):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (09:51):
Than thinking about the big picture all the time.
Speaker 2 (09:53):
It's about momentum.
Speaker 1 (09:55):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (09:55):
And that feeling of accomplishment.
Speaker 1 (09:57):
I like that.
Speaker 2 (09:58):
So Lestallion also has prompts.
Speaker 1 (10:01):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (10:01):
That make you think about the past.
Speaker 1 (10:03):
Oh, interesting.
Speaker 2 (10:04):
One asks what are some of the biggest lessons I've
learned from my past mistakesand how can I apply these
lessons to make better choicesin the future?
Speaker 1 (10:13):
That's a good one.
Speaker 2 (10:14):
Yeah, it's about learning from mistakes.
Speaker 1 (10:16):
Instead of dwelling on them.
Exactly or beating ourselves up.
Speaker 2 (10:19):
It's about growth.
Speaker 1 (10:20):
I like that.
Speaker 2 (10:20):
It's like those mistakes.
Speaker 1 (10:22):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (10:23):
They become valuable lessons.
Speaker 1 (10:25):
They do.
Speaker 2 (10:25):
That can help us in the future.
Speaker 1 (10:27):
So I'm also noticing that there are prompts.
Yeah, about self-compassion.
Speaker 2 (10:32):
Oh, that's important.
Speaker 1 (10:33):
And acceptance.
So, for example, what are someof the things I judge myself
harshly for and how can I offermyself more kindness and
understanding?
Speaker 2 (10:43):
Oh, that's a tough one.
Speaker 1 (10:44):
It is right.
Speaker 2 (10:45):
Yeah, because we can be so hard on ourselves.
Speaker 1 (10:48):
It's true, and I think this prompt reminds us to
be kind to ourselves.
Speaker 2 (10:53):
It does.
Speaker 1 (10:54):
And that it's okay to not be perfect.
Speaker 2 (10:56):
Exactly, we're all works in progress.
Speaker 1 (10:58):
There's another one that asks what are some of the
things I'm truly grateful forand how can I cultivate a deeper
sense of gratitude in my dailylife?
Speaker 2 (11:06):
Oh, gratitude is so important, it's like training
your brain.
Speaker 1 (11:10):
Yes, to see the good.
Speaker 2 (11:11):
It changes your perspective.
Speaker 1 (11:13):
It really does.
Speaker 2 (11:13):
And it's not just about the big stuff, okay, it's
the little things too.
Speaker 1 (11:18):
Right Like a good cup of coffee.
Speaker 2 (11:19):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (11:20):
Exactly, or a pretty sunset.
Speaker 2 (11:21):
Those little moments.
Speaker 1 (11:25):
It seems like these prompts show how all these parts
of self-discovery are connected.
Speaker 2 (11:30):
They are.
Speaker 1 (11:30):
Like it's not just about values or passions, right,
it's also about self-compassion, gratitude and accepting the
journey.
Speaker 2 (11:37):
With all its ups and downs.
Speaker 1 (11:39):
With humble connected .
Speaker 2 (11:40):
I feel like we've talked about so much.
We have, but there's still moreto explore.
Speaker 1 (11:44):
There is so much more .
With these prompts We've onlyscratched the surface.
Speaker 2 (11:48):
Okay, well, maybe we should take another pause and
come back.
Sounds good For part three.
Speaker 1 (11:53):
I'll be here.
Speaker 2 (11:54):
Okay, so welcome back to our deep dive into
Lestallion's 50 journal promptsfor adults.
Speaker 1 (12:00):
Yes.
Speaker 2 (12:01):
We've been talking about all these prompts that
make you really look inward.
You know, yeah, connect withexperiences.
Think about your values andpassions.
Speaker 1 (12:09):
It's been a journey.
Speaker 2 (12:10):
It has been a journey .
Through all these and I lovethat this collection doesn't
just stop there.
Speaker 1 (12:15):
It doesn't.
Speaker 2 (12:16):
It also helps us take action.
Speaker 1 (12:18):
Yeah, it gives you those tools to actually move
forward.
Speaker 2 (12:21):
Yeah, what kind of prompts are we talking about
here?
Speaker 1 (12:23):
Well, one that I really like is what is one habit
I would like to change and whatare three specific steps I can
take to start making that change?
Speaker 2 (12:33):
Okay, so it's getting specific it is.
It's about action.
Speaker 1 (12:36):
Instead of just thinking about it.
Speaker 2 (12:37):
Right, like instead of saying I want to be healthier
, yeah, you pick one habit likedrinking more water.
Speaker 1 (12:43):
Or getting more sleep .
Speaker 2 (12:45):
Exactly, and then you make a plan.
Speaker 1 (12:47):
So it's breaking it down.
Speaker 2 (12:48):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (12:49):
Instead of being overwhelmed by this big goal.
Speaker 2 (12:51):
Right, you make it manageable.
Speaker 1 (12:52):
But with smaller steps you can actually like yeah
, Make it happen.
Speaker 2 (12:56):
Exactly those little things make a big difference.
Speaker 1 (12:58):
Yeah, and you're kind of like yeah.
Setting yourself up for successin a way.
Speaker 2 (13:02):
You, you are, you're creating those reminders.
Speaker 1 (13:04):
Right, and that structure Okay.
So what about other prompts?
Speaker 2 (13:09):
Okay, so this one is about the future.
What does my ideal day looklike and what are three things I
can do today to create more ofthose ideal days?
Speaker 1 (13:19):
Oh, I love that because it's like sometimes
those big dreams feel so faraway.
They do, but we can createthose moments.
Speaker 2 (13:26):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (13:27):
Those little ideal moments in our everyday lives.
Speaker 2 (13:29):
It's about being intentional.
Speaker 1 (13:31):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (13:31):
With your time and energy.
Speaker 1 (13:33):
Yeah, instead of just letting the day happen to you.
Speaker 2 (13:35):
Right, you're choosing.
We're making choices To make itreflect what you want.
I like that a lot.
It's powerful.
Speaker 1 (13:41):
Okay, so the stallion also includes prompts.
Speaker 2 (13:43):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (13:44):
That encourage us to step outside of our comfort zone
.
Speaker 2 (13:46):
Yes, to try new things.
Speaker 1 (13:49):
Okay, like what.
Speaker 2 (13:50):
So there's one that asks what is one thing I've
always wanted to try but havebeen afraid to do, and what is
one small step I can take toovercome that fear?
Speaker 1 (13:59):
I think we all have that little voice, yeah, that
tells us we're not good enough.
Speaker 2 (14:04):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (14:04):
Or brave enough.
Speaker 2 (14:06):
To do those things, to do those things yeah.
But fear is a part of growth.
Okay, it's natural.
Speaker 1 (14:11):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (14:11):
But this prompt helps you face those fears and take
action.
Speaker 1 (14:16):
Even if it's a baby step.
Speaker 2 (14:18):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (14:18):
Exactly.
Maybe it's signing up for thatclass you've always wanted to
take.
Speaker 2 (14:22):
Or having a difficult conversation.
Speaker 1 (14:24):
Those can be really scary, they care.
And also empowering.
Speaker 2 (14:27):
When you do it, it can lead to amazing
opportunities.
Speaker 1 (14:31):
Yeah, and experiences you might have missed out on.
Speaker 2 (14:33):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (14:36):
So, as we wrap up this deep dive, I'm really
struck by how these promptsoffer this pathway to
self-discovery, but also togrowth and transformation.
Speaker 2 (14:47):
It shows that journaling is more than just
writing things down.
It's about engaging withyourself and using what you
learn to create a life that youlove a life that feels right for
you.
Speaker 1 (14:59):
Yeah, it's about like writing your own story.
Speaker 2 (15:01):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (15:01):
And I love how these 50 prompts give you that
framework.
But it's really a personaljourney.
Speaker 2 (15:07):
It is.
Speaker 1 (15:07):
So any final words of advice?
Speaker 2 (15:09):
Yes, be patient.
Speaker 1 (15:10):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (15:11):
Self-discovery takes time.
Speaker 1 (15:12):
It's not a race.
Speaker 2 (15:14):
Some days you'll have amazing insights.
Speaker 1 (15:16):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (15:16):
Other days you'll feel lost.
Speaker 1 (15:18):
That's okay.
Speaker 2 (15:19):
It's all part of the process.
Speaker 1 (15:20):
Embrace the journey.
Speaker 2 (15:22):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (15:22):
And remember there are tons of resources out there
there are.
Like Lestallion's prompts.
Speaker 2 (15:27):
To help guide you.
Speaker 1 (15:28):
So grab a notebook.
Speaker 2 (15:29):
Find a quiet spot.
Speaker 1 (15:31):
And start writing.
Speaker 2 (15:31):
You got this.
Speaker 1 (15:32):
Thanks for joining us on this deep dive.
Speaker 2 (15:34):
It was fun.
Speaker 1 (15:35):
We'll see you next time.
Speaker 2 (15:36):
Bye everyone.
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