December 14, 2024 • 11 mins
50 Journal Prompts for Beginners
Unlock the transformative power of journaling with our latest episode, where we promise to guide you through the beginning steps of this life-enhancing practice. Inspired by Lestallion's "50 Journal Prompts for Beginners," we demystify journaling, offering a gateway to personal growth, emotional processing, and creativity. Imagine turning your everyday challenges into meaningful opportunities for growth while enhancing your creativity through imaginative exercises designed to spark new neural pathways. We focus on how journaling can be an accessible tool to help you recognize behavioral patterns, build resilience, and foster a deeper appreciation for your relationships.
Ever wondered what it would be like to have a conversation with historical figures? We invite you to explore this curiosity through the lens of journaling, using it as a limitless source of conversation starters and introspection. Whether you're new to journaling or looking to reignite your passion for it, our discussion centers around Lestallion's prompts, benefiting everyone from novices to seasoned journalers. Embrace the simplicity of reflective writing, free from the pressure of perfect prose or definitive answers. Join us as we uncover the unexpected insights that journaling can offer and learn how to nurture your connections through this reflective art.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
All right.
So today let's dive intojournaling.
Ooh, Specifically for beginners.
Okay, we're going to be lookingat this blog post called 50
Journal Prompts for Beginners.
Okay, it's by Lestallion and itwas published on November 1st
2024.
Cool.
So if you've ever thought aboutjournaling, you know, but you
(00:20):
don't know where to start.
Speaker 2 (00:21):
Right.
Speaker 1 (00:22):
Well, this deep dive is for you Awesome.
No, but you don't know where tostart Right.
Well, this deep dive is, foryou, awesome.
We're going to be talking aboutself-reflection, creativity,
relationships, dealing withchange you name it.
Speaker 2 (00:31):
I like it.
Speaker 1 (00:32):
We've got a prompt for it.
Speaker 2 (00:33):
I think this is a great topic.
Yeah, you know, because a lotof people are intimidated by
journaling, right, you know?
They think you have to be likethis profound writer or have all
these deep insights right away.
Speaker 1 (00:43):
Exactly, and that's just not true.
It's so not true.
Speaker 2 (00:45):
Yeah, these prompts.
They give you a little nudge toget started.
They take the pressure off.
Yeah, exactly so.
Speaker 1 (00:53):
Lestallion covers a lot of ground with these prompts
, but let's start with, like,the foundation of journaling,
which is self-reflection andpersonal growth.
Speaker 2 (01:00):
So, important.
Speaker 1 (01:01):
The source quotes Lestallion as saying
self-reflection is the firststep toward growth.
Speaker 2 (01:05):
Okay, but how does that actually work?
Right, you know, like, what'sthe mechanism?
Speaker 1 (01:09):
It's one thing to say reflect and grow, right, but
how does that lead to growth?
Speaker 2 (01:13):
Exactly Well when we journal about our experiences
you know, especially challengingones.
It helps us process ouremotions.
Speaker 1 (01:21):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (01:21):
And you start to recognize patterns in your
behavior Interesting ouremotions.
Okay, and you start torecognize patterns in your
behavior interesting.
Yeah, it's like you know you'reshining a light on your blind
spots.
Oh, so you can understand.
You know why you react the wayyou do okay and make conscious
choices to change so it's notjust venting no, no, it's about
understanding yourself betterexactly.
It's about gaining clarity andcontrol, gotcha over your
reactions.
Okay, now list allene has thisgreat prompt to get you started.
(01:42):
Okay, it says what is one thingyou love about yourself.
Okay, that sounds control overyour reactions.
Okay, now Lestallion has thisgreat prompt to get you started.
Okay, it says what is one thingyou love about yourself?
Speaker 1 (01:48):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (01:49):
That sounds simple, right, but just taking the time
to reflect on your positivequalities, it can be really
empowering.
Speaker 1 (01:57):
I like that.
Speaker 2 (01:58):
And it's a good reminder on those days when
you're not feeling your best.
Speaker 1 (02:01):
Right, yeah, Like a little self-esteem boost right
in your journal.
Speaker 2 (02:04):
Exactly, and there's another prompt that I thought
was really helpful.
Speaker 1 (02:07):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (02:08):
It says write about a recent challenge you faced.
What did you learn from theexperience and how has it
changed your perspective?
Speaker 1 (02:15):
Oh, that's interesting.
Speaker 2 (02:16):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:16):
Turning a negative into a positive.
Speaker 2 (02:18):
Exactly so.
It's about reframing challenges.
Speaker 1 (02:21):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (02:22):
As opportunities, framing challenges as
opportunities for growth.
By you know, analyzing thesituation in your journal, you
might start to see patterns, youcan learn valuable lessons and
you might even develop somebetter coping mechanisms for
next time.
Speaker 1 (02:36):
So journaling becomes a tool for resilience.
Speaker 2 (02:39):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (02:40):
Okay, I like that.
Speaker 2 (02:41):
Now, how about something a little more fun?
Speaker 1 (02:43):
Okay, let's do it.
Speaker 2 (02:44):
Lestallion also encourages us to explore our
creativity and imagination.
You know, journaling can belike a playground for your mind.
Speaker 1 (02:53):
I like it.
Speaker 2 (02:53):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:54):
So give me an example of one of those prompts.
Speaker 2 (02:55):
Okay, this one's fun Right.
Imagine you're in your dreamlocation.
Describe where you are, whatyou see and how it feels to be
there.
Why, where you are, what yousee, and how it feels to be
there why?
Does this place feel so specialto you?
I love that.
It's all about letting yourimagination run wild.
Speaker 1 (03:09):
Yeah, and it's not just escapism right.
Speaker 2 (03:11):
Right.
Speaker 1 (03:11):
Like this can actually benefit us in other
areas of our lives.
Speaker 2 (03:14):
Oh, absolutely.
When we use our imaginationlike this, we actually create
new neural pathways.
Speaker 1 (03:21):
Oh, wow.
Speaker 2 (03:21):
Yeah, and it trains our brains to be more flexible
and creative in our thinking.
Speaker 1 (03:26):
Wow.
Speaker 2 (03:27):
Yeah, and that can be helpful in so many ways.
Speaker 1 (03:29):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (03:30):
You know like problem solving, coming up with new
ideas or even just seeing theworld in a fresh way.
Speaker 1 (03:36):
So it's like a workout for your creative
muscles.
Exactly I like that a lot.
Speaker 2 (03:39):
And Lestallion includes a prompt that speaks to
that.
If you could have anysuperpower, what would it be
Reflect on how you would usethis power in your daily life or
to help others?
Speaker 1 (03:51):
Oh, that's cool.
Speaker 2 (03:52):
It's a good one right .
Speaker 1 (03:53):
Yeah.
It goes beyond just saying Iwant to fly.
Yeah, it's like how would youuse this it?
Speaker 2 (03:57):
makes you think about the implications the
responsibility the impact itwould have.
Speaker 1 (04:05):
Yeah, and it can even give you ideas, yes, for how to
like live those values in youreveryday life.
Speaker 2 (04:07):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (04:08):
Even without superpowers.
Speaker 2 (04:09):
Right.
Speaker 1 (04:10):
I like that.
That's the cool part.
So we've coveredself-reflection, we've covered
getting those creative juicesflowing.
Speaker 2 (04:16):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (04:17):
What's next?
Speaker 2 (04:18):
Well, the next category is all about
relationships, okay.
How they shape us, how wenurture them, yeah, and all the
complexities that come with them.
Speaker 1 (04:26):
Okay, sounds like there's a lot to unpack there
there is.
Let's dive in.
Speaker 2 (04:29):
Let's do it so.
Lestallion says relationshipsare a vital part of life.
Speaker 1 (04:34):
Yeah, and it's so true.
Speaker 2 (04:36):
But we don't always appreciate them, right, you know
.
Speaker 1 (04:39):
Right, we get so busy .
Speaker 2 (04:40):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (04:40):
We forget to, like you know, say thank you.
Speaker 2 (04:42):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (04:42):
Or just acknowledge the people in our lives.
Speaker 2 (04:44):
And journaling can be a great way to do that.
Speaker 1 (04:47):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (04:47):
Like to cultivate that appreciation.
Speaker 1 (04:49):
How so.
Speaker 2 (04:50):
Well, one prompt that I really liked was write about
someone who has had a big impacton your life.
What makes this person specialand what makes this person
special, and how has knowingthem changed you?
Speaker 1 (05:01):
Oh, that's a good one .
Speaker 2 (05:02):
It's powerful.
Speaker 1 (05:03):
Yeah, it makes you think about all the positive
influences in your life and howthey've shaped who you are today
.
Speaker 2 (05:09):
Yeah, it's like a thank you note to your heart.
Speaker 1 (05:11):
I love that.
Speaker 2 (05:12):
Reminding you of all the amazing people you have you
know.
Speaker 1 (05:16):
Right in your corner.
Speaker 2 (05:16):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (05:17):
Okay, and speaking of gratitude.
Yeah, okay, and speaking ofgratitude.
Yeah, there's another promptthat caught my eye.
Speaker 2 (05:22):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (05:23):
Think about a recent conversation that made you feel
supported.
What did the other person sayand how did their words help you
?
Speaker 2 (05:31):
Oh, I like that one.
Speaker 1 (05:31):
Sometimes it's just those little moments of
connection that can really makea difference.
Speaker 2 (05:35):
And it helps you pay attention to how people show up
for you.
You know, it's not always thesegrand gestures.
Sometimes it's the small things.
Speaker 1 (05:43):
Yeah, the everyday stuff.
Speaker 2 (05:45):
Exactly.
And by journaling about thoseinteractions, you're not only
acknowledging them, you're alsolike creating a record of all
the good stuff.
Speaker 1 (05:53):
Oh, like a treasure chest.
Speaker 2 (05:54):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (05:55):
Of positive memory.
Speaker 2 (05:56):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (05:57):
Okay, but let's be real.
Speaker 2 (05:58):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (05:59):
Relationships aren't always easy.
Speaker 2 (06:01):
Oh no.
Speaker 1 (06:02):
There's going to be conflicts, mm-hmm Challenges.
Speaker 2 (06:05):
Of course.
Speaker 1 (06:06):
Can journaling help with that too?
Speaker 2 (06:08):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (06:09):
Really.
Speaker 2 (06:09):
Yeah, it can help you process those difficult
emotions and work through thosechallenges.
Speaker 1 (06:14):
So how does that work ?
Speaker 2 (06:16):
Well, think of it as a safe space.
Speaker 1 (06:18):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (06:18):
To like explore your feelings without judgment.
Speaker 1 (06:21):
Gotcha.
Speaker 2 (06:22):
You can vent your frustrations, you can analyze
the situation from differentperspectives.
Speaker 1 (06:27):
Right.
Speaker 2 (06:27):
And it can help you figure out what you need to do
to move forward.
Speaker 1 (06:30):
It's like having a therapist.
Speaker 2 (06:31):
Yeah, your own personal therapist.
Speaker 1 (06:33):
Right there in your journal.
Speaker 2 (06:34):
Exactly, and when you understand your own feelings
better, you can communicate moreeffectively with the other
person.
Okay, set healthy boundariesand, ultimately, strengthen the
relationship feelings better,you can communicate more
effectively with the otherperson, set healthy boundaries
and ultimately strengthen therelationship.
Speaker 1 (06:45):
So journaling can actually help us improve our
relationships.
Speaker 2 (06:49):
It can.
It's all about fosteringempathy and understanding.
Speaker 1 (06:52):
Wow, that's amazing.
Speaker 2 (06:54):
Right.
Speaker 1 (06:54):
So we're not just talking about self-reflection
here.
Speaker 2 (06:56):
No.
Speaker 1 (06:57):
We're talking about like a tool for navigating all
of life's ups and downs, exactlyIncluding those tricky
relationships.
Speaker 2 (07:04):
Right and speaking of navigating life's ups and downs
.
Speaker 1 (07:07):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (07:08):
The next category of prompts is all about embracing
change oh change and newexperiences.
Speaker 1 (07:14):
That's a tough one.
Speaker 2 (07:15):
It is.
A lot of people struggle withchange.
Speaker 1 (07:18):
Yeah, even when it's good change can be scary.
Speaker 2 (07:20):
It's true, but Lestallion has a great quote
about it.
Speaker 1 (07:23):
Okay, what is it?
Speaker 2 (07:24):
They say change can be challenging, but it opens the
door to growth.
Speaker 1 (07:29):
I like that.
Speaker 2 (07:29):
So how do these prompts help us embrace change?
Speaker 1 (07:32):
Right instead of fearing it.
Speaker 2 (07:33):
Well, here's one Right about a time when you
tried something new how did itfeel stepping out of your
comfort?
Zone and what did you gain fromthe experience?
So, thinking about thosemoments when we were brave, even
if it was scary.
Speaker 1 (07:50):
And reflecting on what we learned yeah, even if it
didn't go as planned.
Speaker 2 (07:52):
Sometimes those lessons are the most valuable
part.
Yeah, I like that perspective,it's about the growth, not just
the outcome.
Speaker 1 (07:59):
Exactly.
Speaker 2 (07:59):
Here's another one.
Think about a change in yourlife that you didn't expect.
How did you adapt to it andwhat did you learn about
yourself in the process?
Speaker 1 (08:07):
Well, that's a good one.
Speaker 2 (08:08):
Because it reminds you that you're resilient.
Speaker 1 (08:10):
Right.
Speaker 2 (08:10):
You've handled tough stuff before.
Speaker 1 (08:12):
Yeah, and we can do it again.
Speaker 2 (08:13):
Exactly.
It's about recognizing thatinner strength.
Speaker 1 (08:17):
Okay, so it's like creating a roadmap for
navigating change.
Speaker 2 (08:20):
Exactly, and it reminds you that you got this.
Speaker 1 (08:22):
Yeah, I like that a lot.
Speaker 2 (08:24):
And that brings us to our final category.
No-transcript it is, but it'san important one.
Speaker 1 (08:36):
So what does it mean, like in terms of journaling?
Speaker 2 (08:39):
Well, the Stallion says, mindfulness invites us to
be present and grateful for themoment we're in.
Speaker 1 (08:44):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (08:44):
And these prompts are like little invitations to slow
down, tune into your senses.
Speaker 1 (08:49):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (08:50):
Appreciate the simple things.
Speaker 1 (08:52):
Yeah, it sounds like a nice break from all the chaos
it is.
It really is.
So what kind of prompts are wetalking about here?
Speaker 2 (08:58):
Well, there's one that I really like.
It says what is one thing younotice today that you usually
overlook?
Reflect on why noticing thissmall detail made your day more
mindful.
Speaker 1 (09:11):
It's like looking at the world with fresh eyes.
Speaker 2 (09:13):
Yeah, exactly, and when you start paying attention
to those little things, you'retraining your mind to be more
present, right, you know,instead of getting caught up in
the past or the future, itsounds really grounding.
It is.
It's very calming.
Speaker 1 (09:27):
Okay, what else is there?
Speaker 2 (09:28):
Okay, here's another one that I thought was
interesting.
Think about how your body feelsright now.
What sensations are you awareof, and how can you take care of
yourself in this moment?
Speaker 1 (09:36):
Oh, that's a good one .
Speaker 2 (09:37):
Yeah, it's all about checking in with your body.
Speaker 1 (09:40):
Right, because we often forget to do that.
Speaker 2 (09:42):
We do.
We're so busy, you know, withour thoughts and our to-do lists
.
Speaker 1 (09:47):
Exactly.
Speaker 2 (09:47):
That we forget to listen to our bodies.
Speaker 1 (09:49):
Yeah, and journaling about those sensations can help
us figure out what our bodyneeds.
Speaker 2 (09:54):
Yes, exactly.
Speaker 1 (09:55):
Whether it's stretching or drinking water or
just taking a few deep breaths,it's a great way to practice
self-care, yeah, andself-compassion Absolutely Okay.
So before we wrap up, are thereany other prompts that you
wanted to share.
Speaker 2 (10:08):
Yeah, actually there are a couple more that I thought
you might like.
Speaker 1 (10:10):
Okay, I'm all ears.
Speaker 2 (10:11):
All right.
How about this one?
Describe your perfect day frommorning to night.
What activities would you doand how would it make you feel?
Speaker 1 (10:20):
Ooh, I like that one.
Speaker 2 (10:22):
It's like creating a vision board for your life.
Speaker 1 (10:24):
Yeah, exactly.
Speaker 2 (10:25):
It can help you figure out what brings you joy.
Speaker 1 (10:28):
All right, so you can make time for those things.
Speaker 2 (10:30):
Exactly.
It's about creating a life thatfeels good.
Speaker 1 (10:33):
A life that feels authentic.
Speaker 2 (10:36):
Yes, and meaningful.
I like that, okay, and one lastone.
Right, if you could meet anyhistorical figure, who would it
be?
Write about what you'd ask themand what kind of conversation
you think you'd have.
Speaker 1 (10:48):
Oh, that's fun.
Speaker 2 (10:51):
Right.
Speaker 1 (10:52):
So many possibilities .
Speaker 2 (10:53):
Yeah, it really makes you think.
Speaker 1 (10:54):
Yeah, it would be amazing to learn from someone
from a different time.
It would be fascinating yeahlike having a conversation
across time and space.
Speaker 2 (11:02):
Exactly, and that's what I love about journaling.
Speaker 1 (11:04):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (11:04):
It lets you explore anything that interests you
Right and have these deepconversations with yourself.
Speaker 1 (11:10):
So it's like an endless supply of conversation
starters.
Exactly, wow, conversationswith yourself.
Speaker 2 (11:12):
So it's like an endless supply of conversation
starters.
Speaker 1 (11:13):
Exactly.
Wow, well, we've covered a lotof ground today.
Speaker 2 (11:15):
To have.
Speaker 1 (11:16):
You know, self-reflection, creativity,
relationships, changemindfulness.
Speaker 2 (11:20):
It's a lot.
Speaker 1 (11:21):
And Lestallion's 50 prompts are a great place to
start.
Yeah For anyone new tojournaling or anyone who wants
to, like you know, refresh theirpractice.
Speaker 2 (11:29):
Yeah, and the best part is, these are just starting
points.
Speaker 1 (11:38):
Right, you can make them your own.
Speaker 2 (11:38):
Yeah, you don't have to be a great writer, no, or
have all the answers.
Just show up and write Exactlyand see what happens.
Speaker 1 (11:41):
It's amazing what you can discover.
Well, thank you for joining uson this deep dive into
journaling.
Speaker 2 (11:45):
It was fun.
Speaker 1 (11:45):
We hope you found it helpful.
Speaker 2 (11:47):
I hope so, and inspiring Me too.
Speaker 1 (11:49):
So grab a notebook.
Speaker 2 (11:51):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (11:51):
Find a quiet spot and start writing.
Speaker 2 (11:54):
You.
All right.
So today let's dive intojournaling.
Ooh, Specifically for beginners.
Okay, we're going to be lookingat this blog post called 50
Journal Prompts for Beginners.
Okay, it's by Lestallion and itwas published on November 1st
2024.
Cool.
So if you've ever thought aboutjournaling, you know, but you
(00:20):
don't know where to start.
Speaker 2 (00:21):
Right.
Speaker 1 (00:22):
Well, this deep dive is for you Awesome.
No, but you don't know where tostart Right.
Well, this deep dive is, foryou, awesome.
We're going to be talking aboutself-reflection, creativity,
relationships, dealing withchange you name it.
Speaker 2 (00:31):
I like it.
Speaker 1 (00:32):
We've got a prompt for it.
Speaker 2 (00:33):
I think this is a great topic.
Yeah, you know, because a lotof people are intimidated by
journaling, right, you know?
They think you have to be likethis profound writer or have all
these deep insights right away.
Speaker 1 (00:43):
Exactly, and that's just not true.
It's so not true.
Speaker 2 (00:45):
Yeah, these prompts.
They give you a little nudge toget started.
They take the pressure off.
Yeah, exactly so.
Speaker 1 (00:53):
Lestallion covers a lot of ground with these prompts
, but let's start with, like,the foundation of journaling,
which is self-reflection andpersonal growth.
Speaker 2 (01:00):
So, important.
Speaker 1 (01:01):
The source quotes Lestallion as saying
self-reflection is the firststep toward growth.
Speaker 2 (01:05):
Okay, but how does that actually work?
Right, you know, like, what'sthe mechanism?
Speaker 1 (01:09):
It's one thing to say reflect and grow, right, but
how does that lead to growth?
Speaker 2 (01:13):
Exactly Well when we journal about our experiences
you know, especially challengingones.
It helps us process ouremotions.
Speaker 1 (01:21):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (01:21):
And you start to recognize patterns in your
behavior Interesting ouremotions.
Okay, and you start torecognize patterns in your
behavior interesting.
Yeah, it's like you know you'reshining a light on your blind
spots.
Oh, so you can understand.
You know why you react the wayyou do okay and make conscious
choices to change so it's notjust venting no, no, it's about
understanding yourself betterexactly.
It's about gaining clarity andcontrol, gotcha over your
reactions.
Okay, now list allene has thisgreat prompt to get you started.
(01:42):
Okay, it says what is one thingyou love about yourself.
Okay, that sounds control overyour reactions.
Okay, now Lestallion has thisgreat prompt to get you started.
Okay, it says what is one thingyou love about yourself?
Speaker 1 (01:48):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (01:49):
That sounds simple, right, but just taking the time
to reflect on your positivequalities, it can be really
empowering.
Speaker 1 (01:57):
I like that.
Speaker 2 (01:58):
And it's a good reminder on those days when
you're not feeling your best.
Speaker 1 (02:01):
Right, yeah, Like a little self-esteem boost right
in your journal.
Speaker 2 (02:04):
Exactly, and there's another prompt that I thought
was really helpful.
Speaker 1 (02:07):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (02:08):
It says write about a recent challenge you faced.
What did you learn from theexperience and how has it
changed your perspective?
Speaker 1 (02:15):
Oh, that's interesting.
Speaker 2 (02:16):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:16):
Turning a negative into a positive.
Speaker 2 (02:18):
Exactly so.
It's about reframing challenges.
Speaker 1 (02:21):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (02:22):
As opportunities, framing challenges as
opportunities for growth.
By you know, analyzing thesituation in your journal, you
might start to see patterns, youcan learn valuable lessons and
you might even develop somebetter coping mechanisms for
next time.
Speaker 1 (02:36):
So journaling becomes a tool for resilience.
Speaker 2 (02:39):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (02:40):
Okay, I like that.
Speaker 2 (02:41):
Now, how about something a little more fun?
Speaker 1 (02:43):
Okay, let's do it.
Speaker 2 (02:44):
Lestallion also encourages us to explore our
creativity and imagination.
You know, journaling can belike a playground for your mind.
Speaker 1 (02:53):
I like it.
Speaker 2 (02:53):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:54):
So give me an example of one of those prompts.
Speaker 2 (02:55):
Okay, this one's fun Right.
Imagine you're in your dreamlocation.
Describe where you are, whatyou see and how it feels to be
there.
Why, where you are, what yousee, and how it feels to be
there why?
Does this place feel so specialto you?
I love that.
It's all about letting yourimagination run wild.
Speaker 1 (03:09):
Yeah, and it's not just escapism right.
Speaker 2 (03:11):
Right.
Speaker 1 (03:11):
Like this can actually benefit us in other
areas of our lives.
Speaker 2 (03:14):
Oh, absolutely.
When we use our imaginationlike this, we actually create
new neural pathways.
Speaker 1 (03:21):
Oh, wow.
Speaker 2 (03:21):
Yeah, and it trains our brains to be more flexible
and creative in our thinking.
Speaker 1 (03:26):
Wow.
Speaker 2 (03:27):
Yeah, and that can be helpful in so many ways.
Speaker 1 (03:29):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (03:30):
You know like problem solving, coming up with new
ideas or even just seeing theworld in a fresh way.
Speaker 1 (03:36):
So it's like a workout for your creative
muscles.
Exactly I like that a lot.
Speaker 2 (03:39):
And Lestallion includes a prompt that speaks to
that.
If you could have anysuperpower, what would it be
Reflect on how you would usethis power in your daily life or
to help others?
Speaker 1 (03:51):
Oh, that's cool.
Speaker 2 (03:52):
It's a good one right .
Speaker 1 (03:53):
Yeah.
It goes beyond just saying Iwant to fly.
Yeah, it's like how would youuse this it?
Speaker 2 (03:57):
makes you think about the implications the
responsibility the impact itwould have.
Speaker 1 (04:05):
Yeah, and it can even give you ideas, yes, for how to
like live those values in youreveryday life.
Speaker 2 (04:07):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (04:08):
Even without superpowers.
Speaker 2 (04:09):
Right.
Speaker 1 (04:10):
I like that.
That's the cool part.
So we've coveredself-reflection, we've covered
getting those creative juicesflowing.
Speaker 2 (04:16):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (04:17):
What's next?
Speaker 2 (04:18):
Well, the next category is all about
relationships, okay.
How they shape us, how wenurture them, yeah, and all the
complexities that come with them.
Speaker 1 (04:26):
Okay, sounds like there's a lot to unpack there
there is.
Let's dive in.
Speaker 2 (04:29):
Let's do it so.
Lestallion says relationshipsare a vital part of life.
Speaker 1 (04:34):
Yeah, and it's so true.
Speaker 2 (04:36):
But we don't always appreciate them, right, you know
.
Speaker 1 (04:39):
Right, we get so busy .
Speaker 2 (04:40):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (04:40):
We forget to, like you know, say thank you.
Speaker 2 (04:42):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (04:42):
Or just acknowledge the people in our lives.
Speaker 2 (04:44):
And journaling can be a great way to do that.
Speaker 1 (04:47):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (04:47):
Like to cultivate that appreciation.
Speaker 1 (04:49):
How so.
Speaker 2 (04:50):
Well, one prompt that I really liked was write about
someone who has had a big impacton your life.
What makes this person specialand what makes this person
special, and how has knowingthem changed you?
Speaker 1 (05:01):
Oh, that's a good one .
Speaker 2 (05:02):
It's powerful.
Speaker 1 (05:03):
Yeah, it makes you think about all the positive
influences in your life and howthey've shaped who you are today
.
Speaker 2 (05:09):
Yeah, it's like a thank you note to your heart.
Speaker 1 (05:11):
I love that.
Speaker 2 (05:12):
Reminding you of all the amazing people you have you
know.
Speaker 1 (05:16):
Right in your corner.
Speaker 2 (05:16):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (05:17):
Okay, and speaking of gratitude.
Yeah, okay, and speaking ofgratitude.
Yeah, there's another promptthat caught my eye.
Speaker 2 (05:22):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (05:23):
Think about a recent conversation that made you feel
supported.
What did the other person sayand how did their words help you
?
Speaker 2 (05:31):
Oh, I like that one.
Speaker 1 (05:31):
Sometimes it's just those little moments of
connection that can really makea difference.
Speaker 2 (05:35):
And it helps you pay attention to how people show up
for you.
You know, it's not always thesegrand gestures.
Sometimes it's the small things.
Speaker 1 (05:43):
Yeah, the everyday stuff.
Speaker 2 (05:45):
Exactly.
And by journaling about thoseinteractions, you're not only
acknowledging them, you're alsolike creating a record of all
the good stuff.
Speaker 1 (05:53):
Oh, like a treasure chest.
Speaker 2 (05:54):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (05:55):
Of positive memory.
Speaker 2 (05:56):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (05:57):
Okay, but let's be real.
Speaker 2 (05:58):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (05:59):
Relationships aren't always easy.
Speaker 2 (06:01):
Oh no.
Speaker 1 (06:02):
There's going to be conflicts, mm-hmm Challenges.
Speaker 2 (06:05):
Of course.
Speaker 1 (06:06):
Can journaling help with that too?
Speaker 2 (06:08):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (06:09):
Really.
Speaker 2 (06:09):
Yeah, it can help you process those difficult
emotions and work through thosechallenges.
Speaker 1 (06:14):
So how does that work ?
Speaker 2 (06:16):
Well, think of it as a safe space.
Speaker 1 (06:18):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (06:18):
To like explore your feelings without judgment.
Speaker 1 (06:21):
Gotcha.
Speaker 2 (06:22):
You can vent your frustrations, you can analyze
the situation from differentperspectives.
Speaker 1 (06:27):
Right.
Speaker 2 (06:27):
And it can help you figure out what you need to do
to move forward.
Speaker 1 (06:30):
It's like having a therapist.
Speaker 2 (06:31):
Yeah, your own personal therapist.
Speaker 1 (06:33):
Right there in your journal.
Speaker 2 (06:34):
Exactly, and when you understand your own feelings
better, you can communicate moreeffectively with the other
person.
Okay, set healthy boundariesand, ultimately, strengthen the
relationship feelings better,you can communicate more
effectively with the otherperson, set healthy boundaries
and ultimately strengthen therelationship.
Speaker 1 (06:45):
So journaling can actually help us improve our
relationships.
Speaker 2 (06:49):
It can.
It's all about fosteringempathy and understanding.
Speaker 1 (06:52):
Wow, that's amazing.
Speaker 2 (06:54):
Right.
Speaker 1 (06:54):
So we're not just talking about self-reflection
here.
Speaker 2 (06:56):
No.
Speaker 1 (06:57):
We're talking about like a tool for navigating all
of life's ups and downs, exactlyIncluding those tricky
relationships.
Speaker 2 (07:04):
Right and speaking of navigating life's ups and downs
.
Speaker 1 (07:07):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (07:08):
The next category of prompts is all about embracing
change oh change and newexperiences.
Speaker 1 (07:14):
That's a tough one.
Speaker 2 (07:15):
It is.
A lot of people struggle withchange.
Speaker 1 (07:18):
Yeah, even when it's good change can be scary.
Speaker 2 (07:20):
It's true, but Lestallion has a great quote
about it.
Speaker 1 (07:23):
Okay, what is it?
Speaker 2 (07:24):
They say change can be challenging, but it opens the
door to growth.
Speaker 1 (07:29):
I like that.
Speaker 2 (07:29):
So how do these prompts help us embrace change?
Speaker 1 (07:32):
Right instead of fearing it.
Speaker 2 (07:33):
Well, here's one Right about a time when you
tried something new how did itfeel stepping out of your
comfort?
Zone and what did you gain fromthe experience?
So, thinking about thosemoments when we were brave, even
if it was scary.
Speaker 1 (07:50):
And reflecting on what we learned yeah, even if it
didn't go as planned.
Speaker 2 (07:52):
Sometimes those lessons are the most valuable
part.
Yeah, I like that perspective,it's about the growth, not just
the outcome.
Speaker 1 (07:59):
Exactly.
Speaker 2 (07:59):
Here's another one.
Think about a change in yourlife that you didn't expect.
How did you adapt to it andwhat did you learn about
yourself in the process?
Speaker 1 (08:07):
Well, that's a good one.
Speaker 2 (08:08):
Because it reminds you that you're resilient.
Speaker 1 (08:10):
Right.
Speaker 2 (08:10):
You've handled tough stuff before.
Speaker 1 (08:12):
Yeah, and we can do it again.
Speaker 2 (08:13):
Exactly.
It's about recognizing thatinner strength.
Speaker 1 (08:17):
Okay, so it's like creating a roadmap for
navigating change.
Speaker 2 (08:20):
Exactly, and it reminds you that you got this.
Speaker 1 (08:22):
Yeah, I like that a lot.
Speaker 2 (08:24):
And that brings us to our final category.
No-transcript it is, but it'san important one.
Speaker 1 (08:36):
So what does it mean, like in terms of journaling?
Speaker 2 (08:39):
Well, the Stallion says, mindfulness invites us to
be present and grateful for themoment we're in.
Speaker 1 (08:44):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (08:44):
And these prompts are like little invitations to slow
down, tune into your senses.
Speaker 1 (08:49):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (08:50):
Appreciate the simple things.
Speaker 1 (08:52):
Yeah, it sounds like a nice break from all the chaos
it is.
It really is.
So what kind of prompts are wetalking about here?
Speaker 2 (08:58):
Well, there's one that I really like.
It says what is one thing younotice today that you usually
overlook?
Reflect on why noticing thissmall detail made your day more
mindful.
Speaker 1 (09:11):
It's like looking at the world with fresh eyes.
Speaker 2 (09:13):
Yeah, exactly, and when you start paying attention
to those little things, you'retraining your mind to be more
present, right, you know,instead of getting caught up in
the past or the future, itsounds really grounding.
It is.
It's very calming.
Speaker 1 (09:27):
Okay, what else is there?
Speaker 2 (09:28):
Okay, here's another one that I thought was
interesting.
Think about how your body feelsright now.
What sensations are you awareof, and how can you take care of
yourself in this moment?
Speaker 1 (09:36):
Oh, that's a good one .
Speaker 2 (09:37):
Yeah, it's all about checking in with your body.
Speaker 1 (09:40):
Right, because we often forget to do that.
Speaker 2 (09:42):
We do.
We're so busy, you know, withour thoughts and our to-do lists
.
Speaker 1 (09:47):
Exactly.
Speaker 2 (09:47):
That we forget to listen to our bodies.
Speaker 1 (09:49):
Yeah, and journaling about those sensations can help
us figure out what our bodyneeds.
Speaker 2 (09:54):
Yes, exactly.
Speaker 1 (09:55):
Whether it's stretching or drinking water or
just taking a few deep breaths,it's a great way to practice
self-care, yeah, andself-compassion Absolutely Okay.
So before we wrap up, are thereany other prompts that you
wanted to share.
Speaker 2 (10:08):
Yeah, actually there are a couple more that I thought
you might like.
Speaker 1 (10:10):
Okay, I'm all ears.
Speaker 2 (10:11):
All right.
How about this one?
Describe your perfect day frommorning to night.
What activities would you doand how would it make you feel?
Speaker 1 (10:20):
Ooh, I like that one.
Speaker 2 (10:22):
It's like creating a vision board for your life.
Speaker 1 (10:24):
Yeah, exactly.
Speaker 2 (10:25):
It can help you figure out what brings you joy.
Speaker 1 (10:28):
All right, so you can make time for those things.
Speaker 2 (10:30):
Exactly.
It's about creating a life thatfeels good.
Speaker 1 (10:33):
A life that feels authentic.
Speaker 2 (10:36):
Yes, and meaningful.
I like that, okay, and one lastone.
Right, if you could meet anyhistorical figure, who would it
be?
Write about what you'd ask themand what kind of conversation
you think you'd have.
Speaker 1 (10:48):
Oh, that's fun.
Speaker 2 (10:51):
Right.
Speaker 1 (10:52):
So many possibilities .
Speaker 2 (10:53):
Yeah, it really makes you think.
Speaker 1 (10:54):
Yeah, it would be amazing to learn from someone
from a different time.
It would be fascinating yeahlike having a conversation
across time and space.
Speaker 2 (11:02):
Exactly, and that's what I love about journaling.
Speaker 1 (11:04):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (11:04):
It lets you explore anything that interests you
Right and have these deepconversations with yourself.
Speaker 1 (11:10):
So it's like an endless supply of conversation
starters.
Exactly, wow, conversationswith yourself.
Speaker 2 (11:12):
So it's like an endless supply of conversation
starters.
Speaker 1 (11:13):
Exactly.
Wow, well, we've covered a lotof ground today.
Speaker 2 (11:15):
To have.
Speaker 1 (11:16):
You know, self-reflection, creativity,
relationships, changemindfulness.
Speaker 2 (11:20):
It's a lot.
Speaker 1 (11:21):
And Lestallion's 50 prompts are a great place to
start.
Yeah For anyone new tojournaling or anyone who wants
to, like you know, refresh theirpractice.
Speaker 2 (11:29):
Yeah, and the best part is, these are just starting
points.
Speaker 1 (11:38):
Right, you can make them your own.
Speaker 2 (11:38):
Yeah, you don't have to be a great writer, no, or
have all the answers.
Just show up and write Exactlyand see what happens.
Speaker 1 (11:41):
It's amazing what you can discover.
Well, thank you for joining uson this deep dive into
journaling.
Speaker 2 (11:45):
It was fun.
Speaker 1 (11:45):
We hope you found it helpful.
Speaker 2 (11:47):
I hope so, and inspiring Me too.
Speaker 1 (11:49):
So grab a notebook.
Speaker 2 (11:51):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (11:51):
Find a quiet spot and start writing.
Speaker 2 (11:54):
You.
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