January 6, 2025 • 17 mins
50 Bullet Journal Prompts
What if your bullet journal could manifest your deepest desires? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Clara Penrose from Lestallion, as we unlock the transformative power of bullet journaling. Clara brings a unique perspective with her 50 carefully curated prompts designed to enhance productivity, spark creativity, and improve mental health. These prompts go beyond the ordinary, offering a reflective journey into your authentic self and encouraging new habits. Clara shares her expertise on turning written intentions into actionable plans, helping listeners realize the full potential of their bullet journals as tools for personal growth.
Rediscover the art of intentional living as we explore how bullet journals can evolve into more than just task lists. Learn how to make your journal truly yours by experimenting with distinctive layouts and focusing on meaningful content rather than perfection. We illuminate the path to a more mindful life by discussing prompts that address procrastination and map energy levels, along with suggestions for creating a mental health toolkit within your journal. This episode is not just about filling pages; it’s about crafting a personal roadmap to a more fulfilling life. Clara's insights will inspire you to consistently journal without the pressure of getting it perfect, encouraging reflection on how your journal can be a canvas for manifesting dreams into reality.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
All right, so are you ready to dive deep into
something pretty cool?
Today we're going to beexploring bullet journaling.
Speaker 2 (00:06):
Sounds fun.
Speaker 1 (00:08):
Yeah, it's really interesting.
Actually, we're going to belooking at 50 different prompts
for your bullet journal andthese are designed to really
like boost your productivity,your creativity and even like
your mental health, and they'renot just like your typical to-do
list prompts.
You know what I mean.
Right Like these are thingsthat are really going to make
you think, reflect and dreambigger.
(00:30):
I love that, yeah, and what'sreally fascinating is that these
prompts, they were actuallycurated by Clara Penrose oh cool
, from Lestallion.
You know, lestallion, they makethose like beautiful journals,
oh yeah yeah, and she's puttogether this really cool
article and it's like theyencourage this personalized
self-discovery, you know.
Speaker 2 (00:49):
Absolutely.
It's like having these littlespringboards within the
structure of your journal toreally help you discover parts
of yourself that you may nothave even thought about before.
Speaker 1 (00:58):
Yeah, exactly, it's not just about like jotting
things down, it's really usingthese prompts as like a launch
pad for deeper self reflection.
Speaker 2 (01:06):
Totally.
Speaker 1 (01:06):
So, for example, there's this one prompt that
asks you to reflect on a timethat you felt truly authentic.
Oh, I like that Like no masks,no filters, just purely you.
Wow, isn't that a cool idea,that's really powerful.
Speaker 2 (01:22):
What a great prompt.
Speaker 1 (01:24):
Yeah, yeah, it's almost like a mini therapy
session right there in yourjournal.
Yeah, what do you think?
Speaker 2 (01:28):
I agree, and I think the beauty of that particular
prompt is that it encourages youto examine your core values.
You know, yeah, what made youfeel so authentic in that
specific moment.
Speaker 1 (01:39):
Right.
Speaker 2 (01:40):
You know, was it a sense of freedom?
Was it a burst of courage?
Or maybe just being completelyaligned with what you believe in
?
And I think it's about peelingback those layers and getting to
the heart of what really makesyou.
You.
Speaker 1 (01:52):
Absolutely, and once you have that clarity then you
can actually shape your goalsRight and the decisions you make
in a way that feels like it'struly aligned with who you are.
There's another prompt that Ithought was really interesting,
and it asks you to think about ahabit that you'd love to
develop over the next year.
So I'm all about likeself-improvement, but sometimes
just thinking about likestarting a new habit can be so
(02:15):
overwhelming.
Speaker 2 (02:16):
Oh yeah, for sure.
Speaker 1 (02:17):
How can a simple prompt in a journal actually
help with that?
Speaker 2 (02:21):
Well, think of it as like shifting from a vague
intention to a very concreteaction.
Okay, when you write it downand you break down that desired
habit into smaller steps, you'reessentially creating a roadmap
for yourself.
Speaker 1 (02:33):
Oh, that's a really cool way to think about it.
Speaker 2 (02:35):
Yeah, it's no longer just a wish floating around in
your head.
It's an actual plan that youcan start to execute.
Speaker 1 (02:42):
It's like Penrose says in her article plan that
you can start to execute.
It's like Penrose says in herarticle your bullet journal is a
mirror of your growth.
What you choose to nurturereflects back at you.
I like that.
I love that visual.
It's almost like your journalbecomes this reflection of your
inner world and all the changesthat you're making.
Speaker 2 (02:58):
That's a great point and that kind of leads us into
the productivity prompts whichcan sometimes feel a little
paradoxical.
Speaker 1 (03:04):
Oh, yeah, how so.
Speaker 2 (03:05):
Because we often associate productivity with
being really busy, but theseprompts actually encourage a
more mindful approach.
Speaker 1 (03:13):
Interesting.
Speaker 2 (03:14):
So, for instance, there's one that asks you to
identify three tasks that youkeep putting off and then
actually delve into the whybehind the procrastination.
I think a lot of people wouldbe surprised by what they
discover when they do that.
Speaker 1 (03:27):
For sure.
I know I'm like the queen ofprocrastination and honestly,
sometimes I don't even realizeI'm doing it until it's way too
late.
Speaker 2 (03:35):
Oh yeah.
Speaker 1 (03:35):
But you're right, just acknowledging those
roadblocks can really be a gamechanger.
Speaker 2 (03:39):
Absolutely so.
What are some otherproductivity-bo productivity
boosting gems that you found inthese prompts?
One that I found really helpfulis prompt about actually
mapping your energy levelsthroughout the day.
Speaker 1 (03:51):
OK.
Speaker 2 (03:51):
So this goes beyond just like scheduling your tasks.
It's more about understandingyour own personal rhythms, like
when are you most focused.
That's interesting.
When do you need a break?
Right when does your creativitypeak?
So it's like hacking your ownsystem for maximum efficiency.
That is such a cool idea.
I love that.
It's like, instead of trying tofight against your natural
(04:13):
energy flow, you're actuallyworking with it to get things
done more effectively.
And speaking of working smarter,not harder, let's move on to
the mental health prompts Now.
I have to admit, when I firstsaw these in a
productivity-focused article, Iwas a little surprised.
Speaker 1 (04:29):
Really.
Speaker 2 (04:29):
But now that I think about it, it makes total sense.
Oh yeah, you can't really havetrue productivity if you're not
taking care of your mentalwell-being.
Speaker 1 (04:37):
I completely agree.
They are very much connected.
Yeah, it's all connected, it is.
Speaker 2 (04:42):
So there's this one prompt that I thought was really
interesting that asks you tolist three things that bring you
a sense of calm oh nice so thiscould be like small rituals,
activities or even just objectsthat have a soothing effect on
you.
Okay, it sounds pretty simple,but I bet you'd be surprised how
powerful that can be I think sotoo.
Speaker 1 (05:03):
It's almost like creating a little mental health
toolkit for yourself.
Speaker 2 (05:06):
Yeah, exactly Filled with things.
You know that will bring youback to center when things start
to feel a bit overwhelming.
Speaker 1 (05:13):
Right.
It's like a reminder toprioritize self-care in the
midst of all the chaos.
Speaker 2 (05:16):
Exactly, and there's another prompt that takes that
idea a step further.
Speaker 1 (05:20):
Okay, what is it?
Speaker 2 (05:21):
It encourages you to actually create a designated
safe space in your journal whereyou can process your emotions
without judgment.
Speaker 1 (05:29):
Oh, wow.
Speaker 2 (05:29):
So it can be like a whole page, a spread, or even
just a corner where you feelcomfortable just letting it all
out the good, the bad and themessy.
Speaker 1 (05:38):
I love that.
It's like giving yourselfpermission to just like vent and
process everything withoutfeeling like you have to hold
back or censor yourself.
Speaker 2 (05:45):
Exactly and remember, as the article says so
beautifully, your mind deservesthe same gentle care you give to
the world around you.
Speaker 1 (05:54):
That is a beautiful quote.
Speaker 2 (05:55):
It is, and so often we're so busy taking care of
others that we forget to extendthat same kindness to ourselves.
Speaker 1 (06:01):
Yeah, that's so true.
Speaker 2 (06:03):
Yeah.
So these mental health promptsare just a gentle nudge to
really prioritize your ownwell-being.
Speaker 1 (06:09):
I love that Gentle nudge to prioritize your
well-being so important it isyeah it is.
Speaker 2 (06:15):
It's just so easy to get caught up in the whirlwind
of daily life that we forgetabout ourselves.
Speaker 1 (06:19):
Totally.
And speaking of reconnecting,let's talk about the creativity
prompts.
Okay, I'm really curious to seehow these fit into this whole
idea of bullet journaling forself-improvement.
Speaker 2 (06:28):
Yeah Well, creativity is something that often gets
pushed aside when we're sofocused on productivity and
routine.
Speaker 1 (06:35):
Right.
Speaker 2 (06:35):
But it's so important for a fulfilling life, you know
.
Speaker 1 (06:38):
Absolutely.
Speaker 2 (06:39):
So there's this prompt that asks you to think
about creative hobbies thatyou've always wanted to try,
Things that really spark yourinterest, but maybe you've never
really made time for.
Oh for sure.
Like, what about you?
Any hidden talents just waitingto be unleashed?
Oh gosh, Maybe I don't know.
I've always thought abouttaking up photography, but you
know, life gets in the way.
Speaker 1 (07:00):
Totally.
I feel that I've always wantedto try pottery.
Speaker 2 (07:03):
Really.
Speaker 1 (07:05):
Yeah, there's something about working with
clay that seems so meditative,oh yeah.
But yeah, I mean, work errandsthe to-do list it never ends.
Speaker 2 (07:12):
It's never ending.
Speaker 1 (07:13):
But you know this prompt, it's like a little nudge
to actually carve out some timefor those things you're
passionate about.
Speaker 2 (07:19):
Yeah, totally it is.
And what other ways do youthink these prompts can help us
tap into our creative side?
Speaker 1 (07:27):
Well, there's one that I thought was really cool.
That suggests designing aweekly challenge for yourself.
Speaker 2 (07:33):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (07:33):
Where you try something new each day,
something creative.
Speaker 2 (07:36):
Oh fun.
Speaker 1 (07:37):
It doesn't have to be anything big, just like small
acts of creative expression.
I love that.
So maybe you try like a newrecipe, or you sketch something
that you see out your window, oreven like rearrange your
furniture.
Speaker 2 (07:49):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (07:49):
It's really just about breaking out of those
mental ruts and approaching yourday with a sense of playfulness
.
Speaker 2 (07:54):
It's like giving yourself permission to be more
spontaneous.
Speaker 1 (07:58):
Yes, exactly, and I can imagine that if you did this
consistently, it could reallyboost your overall creativity
and even your problem-solvingskills.
Speaker 2 (08:07):
Yeah, I think so too, and like Penrose says in the
article, creativity blossomswhen you give yourself the
freedom to explore.
That's so true, it's aboutcultivating that sense of
curiosity and allowing yourselfto experiment without judgment.
Speaker 1 (08:20):
Absolutely All right.
So now shifting gears a littlebit.
Let's talk about futureplanning.
Speaker 2 (08:25):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (08:26):
I am a total dreamer, but sometimes my dreams feel so
big and overwhelming that Idon't even know where to begin.
Speaker 2 (08:32):
Yeah, I get that.
Speaker 1 (08:34):
So how can bullet journaling help us bridge that
gap between just dreaming andactually achieving those goals?
Speaker 2 (08:40):
That's where these future focus prompts come in.
So there's one that encouragesyou to envision your ideal life
five years from now.
Speaker 1 (08:47):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (08:47):
And it's not about just daydreaming.
Speaker 1 (08:49):
Right.
Speaker 2 (08:49):
It's about getting specific Right, like what does
your ideal day look like?
What kind of work are you doing?
What relationships are younurturing?
It's about painting a reallyvivid picture of your desired
future.
Speaker 1 (09:02):
And I can only imagine that that level of
detail is really powerful.
Speaker 2 (09:06):
Oh, it is it really is.
Speaker 1 (09:08):
I mean, it's one thing to say like, oh, I want to
be successful, right, but it'sa whole other thing to actually
describe what success looks andfeels like to you.
Speaker 2 (09:14):
Yeah, and once you have that clear vision, then you
can start to reverse engineerit.
Speaker 1 (09:19):
Oh, interesting OK.
Speaker 2 (09:20):
So what steps do you need to take to get there?
What skills do you need todevelop?
What resources do you need togather?
Right, so the journal actuallybecomes a roadmap, ok, guiding
you from where you are now towhere you want to be.
Speaker 1 (09:31):
There's another prompt that I think goes
perfectly with this idea.
What's that it asks you to setthree realistic goals for the
next year Okay and then tobrainstorm specific actions that
you can take to achieve them.
Speaker 2 (09:45):
Oh, I like that one.
Speaker 1 (09:45):
Yeah, it's like taking that big, ambitious dream
and breaking it down intobite-sized pieces.
Speaker 2 (09:49):
It is, and I think the emphasis on realistic is key
here.
Speaker 1 (09:53):
Oh yeah, for sure.
Speaker 2 (09:54):
Because we often set ourselves up for failure by
setting goals that are just waytoo far out of reach.
Right, but when we choose goalsthat are challenging yet
attainable, we're much morelikely to stay motivated and
actually make real progress.
Speaker 1 (10:08):
It's like that, saying the journey of a thousand
miles begins with a single step.
Speaker 2 (10:14):
Exactly, and these prompts help you break down that
overwhelming journey into thosesmaller steps.
Yeah, so you don't get lostalong the way.
Speaker 1 (10:22):
And don't forget, the journey itself is just as
important as the destination.
Speaker 2 (10:26):
Oh, absolutely.
Speaker 1 (10:27):
It's about enjoying that process of growth and
learning, celebrating thosesmall wins and adjusting your
course as.
Speaker 2 (10:33):
Needed.
Yeah for sure.
Speaker 1 (10:35):
Speaking of journeys, there's a prompt that speaks to
my wanderlust heart.
Speaker 2 (10:40):
Okay, tell me.
Speaker 1 (10:42):
It asks you to list places you want to visit and
explain why each destination ismeaningful to you.
Speaker 2 (10:48):
Oh, I love that one.
It's like creating a travelbucket list with soul.
Speaker 1 (10:51):
Yes, exactly.
And it's not just about tickingoff those tourist spots.
Speaker 2 (10:55):
Right.
Speaker 1 (10:55):
It's about really understanding what you hope to
gain from those travelexperiences.
So is it about connecting withdifferent cultures, exploring
historical sites or maybe justfinding peace and adventure in
nature?
Speaker 2 (11:07):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (11:07):
It's like each destination holds a little piece
of the puzzle that makes upyour personal growth.
Speaker 2 (11:13):
I love that analogy.
Speaker 1 (11:14):
And even if you can't physically travel to these
places right now, you can stilluse your journal to research and
plan, yes, and even createthose imaginary itineraries,
just to keep those dreams alive.
Speaker 2 (11:26):
Absolutely.
And speaking of dreams, there'sa prompt that asks you to
describe your perfect day.
Oh nice, A day where you feelcompletely fulfilled and aligned
with your values.
Speaker 1 (11:38):
I love that.
What a powerful exercise.
Speaker 2 (11:39):
It is.
It really forces you to thinkabout what truly matters to you
and how you can create more ofthose fulfilling moments in your
everyday life.
Speaker 1 (11:47):
Right.
It's like a reminder thathappiness isn't some far off
goal.
It's something that you cancultivate right now.
Speaker 2 (11:53):
Exactly, and remember , fulfillment looks different
for everyone.
There's no one-size-fits-alldefinition, so this prompt is
about defining what fulfillmentmeans for you and then taking
steps to bring more of that intoyour life.
Speaker 1 (12:06):
I love that this next prompt really speaks to the
lifelong learner in me.
Speaker 2 (12:10):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (12:11):
It asks you to brainstorm skills that you want
to learn and how they'll enrichyour life.
Speaker 2 (12:15):
Oh no.
Speaker 1 (12:15):
You know I'm a firm believer that learning should be
a lifelong pursuit Me too, butI'll admit I often get stuck in
a rut focusing on the same oldthings.
Speaker 2 (12:24):
It's so easy to fall into those routines, yeah, but
this prompt is a great reminderto step outside your comfort
zone and explore new horizons,and it doesn't have to be about
formal education.
It could be anything fromlearning a new language to
mastering a new cookingtechnique.
It's about keeping your mindengaged and expanding your skill
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set.
Speaker 1 (12:46):
And who knows, maybe those new skills will even open
up some unexpected opportunitiesor lead to a career change down
the line.
Speaker 2 (12:53):
Absolutely.
It's like investing in yourselfand your future.
Speaker 1 (12:56):
It is.
And, as they say, the more youlearn, the more you realize you
don't know.
Speaker 2 (13:00):
So true, it's a beautiful cycle of growth and
discovery.
It really is Okay.
Speaker 1 (13:04):
Okay, so one last prompt before we wrap up this
section.
Okay, this one's about creatinga timeline for a dream project
that you've been putting off.
Speaker 2 (13:12):
Oh yeah, we all have.
Speaker 1 (13:19):
It's not about like shaming yourself or
procrastinating.
Speaker 2 (13:22):
Right.
Speaker 1 (13:22):
It's about finding a way to actually move those
projects forward.
Speaker 2 (13:26):
Yeah, I like that.
Approach Me too, yeah.
Speaker 1 (13:28):
So by breaking down that dream project into smaller
steps and assigning deadlines toeach step, you're essentially
creating a roadmap to success.
Speaker 2 (13:37):
Yeah, you're making it more manageable.
Speaker 1 (13:39):
Right, it's no longer this vague, amorphous someday
project.
It's a concrete plan withactual steps.
Speaker 2 (13:47):
And that can be really empowering.
Speaker 1 (13:49):
Oh, for sure.
Speaker 2 (13:49):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (13:50):
It's like taking control of your dreams and
actually turning them into areality.
Speaker 2 (13:54):
Exactly and remember.
It's okay to adjust thattimeline as needed.
Speaker 1 (13:58):
Oh yeah, Of course.
Speaker 2 (14:00):
Life happens and sometimes those deadlines need
to shift.
Speaker 1 (14:02):
For sure.
Speaker 2 (14:03):
But the important thing is to just keep moving
forward, even if it's just onesmall step at a time.
Speaker 1 (14:09):
Okay, I have to admit I'm feeling so inspired to dust
off my bullet journal andactually try some of these
prompts.
Speaker 2 (14:14):
Yeah, me too.
Speaker 1 (14:15):
So, as we wrap up our exploration of these 50 prompts
, what are some of your finalthoughts?
Speaker 2 (14:20):
Yeah, I know right.
After exploring all thesedifferent prompts, it's like I'm
seeing my bullet journal in awhole new light.
Speaker 1 (14:27):
Me too.
Speaker 2 (14:28):
It's not just about to-do lists anymore.
It's like this roadmap forself-discovery.
Speaker 1 (14:32):
Exactly.
Speaker 2 (14:33):
And that's the beauty of it, right?
It really encourages us tothink about our goals, our
dreams and our values in a muchmore intentional way.
Yeah, it's almost like we'reusing the journal to create a
framework for a more fulfillinglife.
Speaker 1 (14:48):
I love that A framework for a more fulfilling
life.
Speaker 2 (14:51):
That's a great way to put it.
Speaker 1 (14:53):
So, as we wrap up our deep dive into these 50 prompts
, what are some of the keytakeaways you'd like our
listeners to remember?
Speaker 2 (14:59):
Well, I think, first and foremost, it's important to
remember that there's no rightway to use these prompts.
Speaker 1 (15:05):
Right.
Speaker 2 (15:05):
You know, your bullet journal is a reflection of you
and your unique journey.
So experiment, play around withdifferent layouts and
approaches and just find whatworks best for you.
Speaker 1 (15:16):
It's all about making it your own right and I think
sometimes people get a littleintimidated, you know, by all
the beautiful bullet journalspreads they see online.
Oh yeah, and they feel liketheirs, has to look a certain
way.
Speaker 2 (15:28):
Right.
Speaker 1 (15:28):
But the truth is it's really the content that matters
most.
Speaker 2 (15:31):
Exactly, don't get so caught up in the aesthetics,
you know.
Speaker 1 (15:34):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (15:34):
The real magic happens when you actually start
using these prompts to reallyexplore your inner world, set
intentions and track yourprogress.
Speaker 1 (15:43):
And speaking of progress, I think it's also
important to remember that thisis a journey.
Oh yeah, not a destination.
Speaker 2 (15:49):
For sure.
Speaker 1 (15:50):
So there will be times when you fall off track
yeah, you miss a day, or maybeyou even abandon your journal
completely.
Speaker 2 (15:57):
It happens.
Speaker 1 (15:58):
Yeah, and that's okay .
Speaker 2 (16:00):
It's okay to take a break.
Speaker 1 (16:01):
Yeah, the important thing is to just keep coming
back to it, even if it's justfor a few minutes each day.
Speaker 2 (16:06):
Consistency is key, but it doesn't have to be
perfect.
Right, life happens.
It does and sometimes thosedaily journaling sessions turn
into weekly check-ins.
Speaker 1 (16:14):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (16:15):
So just give yourself some grace and keep moving
forward.
So well said.
Now, before we sign off, I wantto leave our listeners with a
thought provoking question.
Ok, ok, this is inspired by thearticle Right.
If your bullet journal couldgrant you one wish, what would
it be, and how would you usethese prompts to help bring that
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wish to life?
Speaker 1 (16:38):
I love that question.
Speaker 2 (16:40):
Yeah, it really challenges us to think about
what we truly desire and how wecan use our bullet journals as a
tool for actually manifestingthose dreams.
Speaker 1 (16:49):
It's like taking all of this self-reflection and
intention setting and turning itinto this powerful force for
change.
Speaker 2 (16:55):
Exactly so, to all our listeners out there, we
encourage you to ponder thatquestion.
Speaker 1 (16:59):
Yes.
Speaker 2 (17:00):
What is your one wish ?
What is it and how can yourbullet journal help you make it
a reality?
Remember the possibilities areendless.
They are happy journalingeveryone.
All right, so are you ready to dive deep into
something pretty cool?
Today we're going to beexploring bullet journaling.
Speaker 2 (00:06):
Sounds fun.
Speaker 1 (00:08):
Yeah, it's really interesting.
Actually, we're going to belooking at 50 different prompts
for your bullet journal andthese are designed to really
like boost your productivity,your creativity and even like
your mental health, and they'renot just like your typical to-do
list prompts.
You know what I mean.
Right Like these are thingsthat are really going to make
you think, reflect and dreambigger.
(00:30):
I love that, yeah, and what'sreally fascinating is that these
prompts, they were actuallycurated by Clara Penrose oh cool
, from Lestallion.
You know, lestallion, they makethose like beautiful journals,
oh yeah yeah, and she's puttogether this really cool
article and it's like theyencourage this personalized
self-discovery, you know.
Speaker 2 (00:49):
Absolutely.
It's like having these littlespringboards within the
structure of your journal toreally help you discover parts
of yourself that you may nothave even thought about before.
Speaker 1 (00:58):
Yeah, exactly, it's not just about like jotting
things down, it's really usingthese prompts as like a launch
pad for deeper self reflection.
Speaker 2 (01:06):
Totally.
Speaker 1 (01:06):
So, for example, there's this one prompt that
asks you to reflect on a timethat you felt truly authentic.
Oh, I like that Like no masks,no filters, just purely you.
Wow, isn't that a cool idea,that's really powerful.
Speaker 2 (01:22):
What a great prompt.
Speaker 1 (01:24):
Yeah, yeah, it's almost like a mini therapy
session right there in yourjournal.
Yeah, what do you think?
Speaker 2 (01:28):
I agree, and I think the beauty of that particular
prompt is that it encourages youto examine your core values.
You know, yeah, what made youfeel so authentic in that
specific moment.
Speaker 1 (01:39):
Right.
Speaker 2 (01:40):
You know, was it a sense of freedom?
Was it a burst of courage?
Or maybe just being completelyaligned with what you believe in
?
And I think it's about peelingback those layers and getting to
the heart of what really makesyou.
You.
Speaker 1 (01:52):
Absolutely, and once you have that clarity then you
can actually shape your goalsRight and the decisions you make
in a way that feels like it'struly aligned with who you are.
There's another prompt that Ithought was really interesting,
and it asks you to think about ahabit that you'd love to
develop over the next year.
So I'm all about likeself-improvement, but sometimes
just thinking about likestarting a new habit can be so
(02:15):
overwhelming.
Speaker 2 (02:16):
Oh yeah, for sure.
Speaker 1 (02:17):
How can a simple prompt in a journal actually
help with that?
Speaker 2 (02:21):
Well, think of it as like shifting from a vague
intention to a very concreteaction.
Okay, when you write it downand you break down that desired
habit into smaller steps, you'reessentially creating a roadmap
for yourself.
Speaker 1 (02:33):
Oh, that's a really cool way to think about it.
Speaker 2 (02:35):
Yeah, it's no longer just a wish floating around in
your head.
It's an actual plan that youcan start to execute.
Speaker 1 (02:42):
It's like Penrose says in her article plan that
you can start to execute.
It's like Penrose says in herarticle your bullet journal is a
mirror of your growth.
What you choose to nurturereflects back at you.
I like that.
I love that visual.
It's almost like your journalbecomes this reflection of your
inner world and all the changesthat you're making.
Speaker 2 (02:58):
That's a great point and that kind of leads us into
the productivity prompts whichcan sometimes feel a little
paradoxical.
Speaker 1 (03:04):
Oh, yeah, how so.
Speaker 2 (03:05):
Because we often associate productivity with
being really busy, but theseprompts actually encourage a
more mindful approach.
Speaker 1 (03:13):
Interesting.
Speaker 2 (03:14):
So, for instance, there's one that asks you to
identify three tasks that youkeep putting off and then
actually delve into the whybehind the procrastination.
I think a lot of people wouldbe surprised by what they
discover when they do that.
Speaker 1 (03:27):
For sure.
I know I'm like the queen ofprocrastination and honestly,
sometimes I don't even realizeI'm doing it until it's way too
late.
Speaker 2 (03:35):
Oh yeah.
Speaker 1 (03:35):
But you're right, just acknowledging those
roadblocks can really be a gamechanger.
Speaker 2 (03:39):
Absolutely so.
What are some otherproductivity-bo productivity
boosting gems that you found inthese prompts?
One that I found really helpfulis prompt about actually
mapping your energy levelsthroughout the day.
Speaker 1 (03:51):
OK.
Speaker 2 (03:51):
So this goes beyond just like scheduling your tasks.
It's more about understandingyour own personal rhythms, like
when are you most focused.
That's interesting.
When do you need a break?
Right when does your creativitypeak?
So it's like hacking your ownsystem for maximum efficiency.
That is such a cool idea.
I love that.
It's like, instead of trying tofight against your natural
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energy flow, you're actuallyworking with it to get things
done more effectively.
And speaking of working smarter,not harder, let's move on to
the mental health prompts Now.
I have to admit, when I firstsaw these in a
productivity-focused article, Iwas a little surprised.
Speaker 1 (04:29):
Really.
Speaker 2 (04:29):
But now that I think about it, it makes total sense.
Oh yeah, you can't really havetrue productivity if you're not
taking care of your mentalwell-being.
Speaker 1 (04:37):
I completely agree.
They are very much connected.
Yeah, it's all connected, it is.
Speaker 2 (04:42):
So there's this one prompt that I thought was really
interesting that asks you tolist three things that bring you
a sense of calm oh nice so thiscould be like small rituals,
activities or even just objectsthat have a soothing effect on
you.
Okay, it sounds pretty simple,but I bet you'd be surprised how
powerful that can be I think sotoo.
Speaker 1 (05:03):
It's almost like creating a little mental health
toolkit for yourself.
Speaker 2 (05:06):
Yeah, exactly Filled with things.
You know that will bring youback to center when things start
to feel a bit overwhelming.
Speaker 1 (05:13):
Right.
It's like a reminder toprioritize self-care in the
midst of all the chaos.
Speaker 2 (05:16):
Exactly, and there's another prompt that takes that
idea a step further.
Speaker 1 (05:20):
Okay, what is it?
Speaker 2 (05:21):
It encourages you to actually create a designated
safe space in your journal whereyou can process your emotions
without judgment.
Speaker 1 (05:29):
Oh, wow.
Speaker 2 (05:29):
So it can be like a whole page, a spread, or even
just a corner where you feelcomfortable just letting it all
out the good, the bad and themessy.
Speaker 1 (05:38):
I love that.
It's like giving yourselfpermission to just like vent and
process everything withoutfeeling like you have to hold
back or censor yourself.
Speaker 2 (05:45):
Exactly and remember, as the article says so
beautifully, your mind deservesthe same gentle care you give to
the world around you.
Speaker 1 (05:54):
That is a beautiful quote.
Speaker 2 (05:55):
It is, and so often we're so busy taking care of
others that we forget to extendthat same kindness to ourselves.
Speaker 1 (06:01):
Yeah, that's so true.
Speaker 2 (06:03):
Yeah.
So these mental health promptsare just a gentle nudge to
really prioritize your ownwell-being.
Speaker 1 (06:09):
I love that Gentle nudge to prioritize your
well-being so important it isyeah it is.
Speaker 2 (06:15):
It's just so easy to get caught up in the whirlwind
of daily life that we forgetabout ourselves.
Speaker 1 (06:19):
Totally.
And speaking of reconnecting,let's talk about the creativity
prompts.
Okay, I'm really curious to seehow these fit into this whole
idea of bullet journaling forself-improvement.
Speaker 2 (06:28):
Yeah Well, creativity is something that often gets
pushed aside when we're sofocused on productivity and
routine.
Speaker 1 (06:35):
Right.
Speaker 2 (06:35):
But it's so important for a fulfilling life, you know
.
Speaker 1 (06:38):
Absolutely.
Speaker 2 (06:39):
So there's this prompt that asks you to think
about creative hobbies thatyou've always wanted to try,
Things that really spark yourinterest, but maybe you've never
really made time for.
Oh for sure.
Like, what about you?
Any hidden talents just waitingto be unleashed?
Oh gosh, Maybe I don't know.
I've always thought abouttaking up photography, but you
know, life gets in the way.
Speaker 1 (07:00):
Totally.
I feel that I've always wantedto try pottery.
Speaker 2 (07:03):
Really.
Speaker 1 (07:05):
Yeah, there's something about working with
clay that seems so meditative,oh yeah.
But yeah, I mean, work errandsthe to-do list it never ends.
Speaker 2 (07:12):
It's never ending.
Speaker 1 (07:13):
But you know this prompt, it's like a little nudge
to actually carve out some timefor those things you're
passionate about.
Speaker 2 (07:19):
Yeah, totally it is.
And what other ways do youthink these prompts can help us
tap into our creative side?
Speaker 1 (07:27):
Well, there's one that I thought was really cool.
That suggests designing aweekly challenge for yourself.
Speaker 2 (07:33):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (07:33):
Where you try something new each day,
something creative.
Speaker 2 (07:36):
Oh fun.
Speaker 1 (07:37):
It doesn't have to be anything big, just like small
acts of creative expression.
I love that.
So maybe you try like a newrecipe, or you sketch something
that you see out your window, oreven like rearrange your
furniture.
Speaker 2 (07:49):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (07:49):
It's really just about breaking out of those
mental ruts and approaching yourday with a sense of playfulness
.
Speaker 2 (07:54):
It's like giving yourself permission to be more
spontaneous.
Speaker 1 (07:58):
Yes, exactly, and I can imagine that if you did this
consistently, it could reallyboost your overall creativity
and even your problem-solvingskills.
Speaker 2 (08:07):
Yeah, I think so too, and like Penrose says in the
article, creativity blossomswhen you give yourself the
freedom to explore.
That's so true, it's aboutcultivating that sense of
curiosity and allowing yourselfto experiment without judgment.
Speaker 1 (08:20):
Absolutely All right.
So now shifting gears a littlebit.
Let's talk about futureplanning.
Speaker 2 (08:25):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (08:26):
I am a total dreamer, but sometimes my dreams feel so
big and overwhelming that Idon't even know where to begin.
Speaker 2 (08:32):
Yeah, I get that.
Speaker 1 (08:34):
So how can bullet journaling help us bridge that
gap between just dreaming andactually achieving those goals?
Speaker 2 (08:40):
That's where these future focus prompts come in.
So there's one that encouragesyou to envision your ideal life
five years from now.
Speaker 1 (08:47):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (08:47):
And it's not about just daydreaming.
Speaker 1 (08:49):
Right.
Speaker 2 (08:49):
It's about getting specific Right, like what does
your ideal day look like?
What kind of work are you doing?
What relationships are younurturing?
It's about painting a reallyvivid picture of your desired
future.
Speaker 1 (09:02):
And I can only imagine that that level of
detail is really powerful.
Speaker 2 (09:06):
Oh, it is it really is.
Speaker 1 (09:08):
I mean, it's one thing to say like, oh, I want to
be successful, right, but it'sa whole other thing to actually
describe what success looks andfeels like to you.
Speaker 2 (09:14):
Yeah, and once you have that clear vision, then you
can start to reverse engineerit.
Speaker 1 (09:19):
Oh, interesting OK.
Speaker 2 (09:20):
So what steps do you need to take to get there?
What skills do you need todevelop?
What resources do you need togather?
Right, so the journal actuallybecomes a roadmap, ok, guiding
you from where you are now towhere you want to be.
Speaker 1 (09:31):
There's another prompt that I think goes
perfectly with this idea.
What's that it asks you to setthree realistic goals for the
next year Okay and then tobrainstorm specific actions that
you can take to achieve them.
Speaker 2 (09:45):
Oh, I like that one.
Speaker 1 (09:45):
Yeah, it's like taking that big, ambitious dream
and breaking it down intobite-sized pieces.
Speaker 2 (09:49):
It is, and I think the emphasis on realistic is key
here.
Speaker 1 (09:53):
Oh yeah, for sure.
Speaker 2 (09:54):
Because we often set ourselves up for failure by
setting goals that are just waytoo far out of reach.
Right, but when we choose goalsthat are challenging yet
attainable, we're much morelikely to stay motivated and
actually make real progress.
Speaker 1 (10:08):
It's like that, saying the journey of a thousand
miles begins with a single step.
Speaker 2 (10:14):
Exactly, and these prompts help you break down that
overwhelming journey into thosesmaller steps.
Yeah, so you don't get lostalong the way.
Speaker 1 (10:22):
And don't forget, the journey itself is just as
important as the destination.
Speaker 2 (10:26):
Oh, absolutely.
Speaker 1 (10:27):
It's about enjoying that process of growth and
learning, celebrating thosesmall wins and adjusting your
course as.
Speaker 2 (10:33):
Needed.
Yeah for sure.
Speaker 1 (10:35):
Speaking of journeys, there's a prompt that speaks to
my wanderlust heart.
Speaker 2 (10:40):
Okay, tell me.
Speaker 1 (10:42):
It asks you to list places you want to visit and
explain why each destination ismeaningful to you.
Speaker 2 (10:48):
Oh, I love that one.
It's like creating a travelbucket list with soul.
Speaker 1 (10:51):
Yes, exactly.
And it's not just about tickingoff those tourist spots.
Speaker 2 (10:55):
Right.
Speaker 1 (10:55):
It's about really understanding what you hope to
gain from those travelexperiences.
So is it about connecting withdifferent cultures, exploring
historical sites or maybe justfinding peace and adventure in
nature?
Speaker 2 (11:07):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (11:07):
It's like each destination holds a little piece
of the puzzle that makes upyour personal growth.
Speaker 2 (11:13):
I love that analogy.
Speaker 1 (11:14):
And even if you can't physically travel to these
places right now, you can stilluse your journal to research and
plan, yes, and even createthose imaginary itineraries,
just to keep those dreams alive.
Speaker 2 (11:26):
Absolutely.
And speaking of dreams, there'sa prompt that asks you to
describe your perfect day.
Oh nice, A day where you feelcompletely fulfilled and aligned
with your values.
Speaker 1 (11:38):
I love that.
What a powerful exercise.
Speaker 2 (11:39):
It is.
It really forces you to thinkabout what truly matters to you
and how you can create more ofthose fulfilling moments in your
everyday life.
Speaker 1 (11:47):
Right.
It's like a reminder thathappiness isn't some far off
goal.
It's something that you cancultivate right now.
Speaker 2 (11:53):
Exactly, and remember , fulfillment looks different
for everyone.
There's no one-size-fits-alldefinition, so this prompt is
about defining what fulfillmentmeans for you and then taking
steps to bring more of that intoyour life.
Speaker 1 (12:06):
I love that this next prompt really speaks to the
lifelong learner in me.
Speaker 2 (12:10):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (12:11):
It asks you to brainstorm skills that you want
to learn and how they'll enrichyour life.
Speaker 2 (12:15):
Oh no.
Speaker 1 (12:15):
You know I'm a firm believer that learning should be
a lifelong pursuit Me too, butI'll admit I often get stuck in
a rut focusing on the same oldthings.
Speaker 2 (12:24):
It's so easy to fall into those routines, yeah, but
this prompt is a great reminderto step outside your comfort
zone and explore new horizons,and it doesn't have to be about
formal education.
It could be anything fromlearning a new language to
mastering a new cookingtechnique.
It's about keeping your mindengaged and expanding your skill
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set.
Speaker 1 (12:46):
And who knows, maybe those new skills will even open
up some unexpected opportunitiesor lead to a career change down
the line.
Speaker 2 (12:53):
Absolutely.
It's like investing in yourselfand your future.
Speaker 1 (12:56):
It is.
And, as they say, the more youlearn, the more you realize you
don't know.
Speaker 2 (13:00):
So true, it's a beautiful cycle of growth and
discovery.
It really is Okay.
Speaker 1 (13:04):
Okay, so one last prompt before we wrap up this
section.
Okay, this one's about creatinga timeline for a dream project
that you've been putting off.
Speaker 2 (13:12):
Oh yeah, we all have.
Speaker 1 (13:19):
It's not about like shaming yourself or
procrastinating.
Speaker 2 (13:22):
Right.
Speaker 1 (13:22):
It's about finding a way to actually move those
projects forward.
Speaker 2 (13:26):
Yeah, I like that.
Approach Me too, yeah.
Speaker 1 (13:28):
So by breaking down that dream project into smaller
steps and assigning deadlines toeach step, you're essentially
creating a roadmap to success.
Speaker 2 (13:37):
Yeah, you're making it more manageable.
Speaker 1 (13:39):
Right, it's no longer this vague, amorphous someday
project.
It's a concrete plan withactual steps.
Speaker 2 (13:47):
And that can be really empowering.
Speaker 1 (13:49):
Oh, for sure.
Speaker 2 (13:49):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (13:50):
It's like taking control of your dreams and
actually turning them into areality.
Speaker 2 (13:54):
Exactly and remember.
It's okay to adjust thattimeline as needed.
Speaker 1 (13:58):
Oh yeah, Of course.
Speaker 2 (14:00):
Life happens and sometimes those deadlines need
to shift.
Speaker 1 (14:02):
For sure.
Speaker 2 (14:03):
But the important thing is to just keep moving
forward, even if it's just onesmall step at a time.
Speaker 1 (14:09):
Okay, I have to admit I'm feeling so inspired to dust
off my bullet journal andactually try some of these
prompts.
Speaker 2 (14:14):
Yeah, me too.
Speaker 1 (14:15):
So, as we wrap up our exploration of these 50 prompts
, what are some of your finalthoughts?
Speaker 2 (14:20):
Yeah, I know right.
After exploring all thesedifferent prompts, it's like I'm
seeing my bullet journal in awhole new light.
Speaker 1 (14:27):
Me too.
Speaker 2 (14:28):
It's not just about to-do lists anymore.
It's like this roadmap forself-discovery.
Speaker 1 (14:32):
Exactly.
Speaker 2 (14:33):
And that's the beauty of it, right?
It really encourages us tothink about our goals, our
dreams and our values in a muchmore intentional way.
Yeah, it's almost like we'reusing the journal to create a
framework for a more fulfillinglife.
Speaker 1 (14:48):
I love that A framework for a more fulfilling
life.
Speaker 2 (14:51):
That's a great way to put it.
Speaker 1 (14:53):
So, as we wrap up our deep dive into these 50 prompts
, what are some of the keytakeaways you'd like our
listeners to remember?
Speaker 2 (14:59):
Well, I think, first and foremost, it's important to
remember that there's no rightway to use these prompts.
Speaker 1 (15:05):
Right.
Speaker 2 (15:05):
You know, your bullet journal is a reflection of you
and your unique journey.
So experiment, play around withdifferent layouts and
approaches and just find whatworks best for you.
Speaker 1 (15:16):
It's all about making it your own right and I think
sometimes people get a littleintimidated, you know, by all
the beautiful bullet journalspreads they see online.
Oh yeah, and they feel liketheirs, has to look a certain
way.
Speaker 2 (15:28):
Right.
Speaker 1 (15:28):
But the truth is it's really the content that matters
most.
Speaker 2 (15:31):
Exactly, don't get so caught up in the aesthetics,
you know.
Speaker 1 (15:34):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (15:34):
The real magic happens when you actually start
using these prompts to reallyexplore your inner world, set
intentions and track yourprogress.
Speaker 1 (15:43):
And speaking of progress, I think it's also
important to remember that thisis a journey.
Oh yeah, not a destination.
Speaker 2 (15:49):
For sure.
Speaker 1 (15:50):
So there will be times when you fall off track
yeah, you miss a day, or maybeyou even abandon your journal
completely.
Speaker 2 (15:57):
It happens.
Speaker 1 (15:58):
Yeah, and that's okay .
Speaker 2 (16:00):
It's okay to take a break.
Speaker 1 (16:01):
Yeah, the important thing is to just keep coming
back to it, even if it's justfor a few minutes each day.
Speaker 2 (16:06):
Consistency is key, but it doesn't have to be
perfect.
Right, life happens.
It does and sometimes thosedaily journaling sessions turn
into weekly check-ins.
Speaker 1 (16:14):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (16:15):
So just give yourself some grace and keep moving
forward.
So well said.
Now, before we sign off, I wantto leave our listeners with a
thought provoking question.
Ok, ok, this is inspired by thearticle Right.
If your bullet journal couldgrant you one wish, what would
it be, and how would you usethese prompts to help bring that
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wish to life?
Speaker 1 (16:38):
I love that question.
Speaker 2 (16:40):
Yeah, it really challenges us to think about
what we truly desire and how wecan use our bullet journals as a
tool for actually manifestingthose dreams.
Speaker 1 (16:49):
It's like taking all of this self-reflection and
intention setting and turning itinto this powerful force for
change.
Speaker 2 (16:55):
Exactly so, to all our listeners out there, we
encourage you to ponder thatquestion.
Speaker 1 (16:59):
Yes.
Speaker 2 (17:00):
What is your one wish ?
What is it and how can yourbullet journal help you make it
a reality?
Remember the possibilities areendless.
They are happy journalingeveryone.
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