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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Hey everyone, and
welcome to another deep dive.
You know how it is as we getcloser to the new year, we start
to think about all that'shappened, all the highs, the
lows, the in-betweens.
Well, we found just the thingto help you really unpack it all
this time.
Speaker 2 (00:14):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (00:15):
Clara Penrose's blog
post 50 End-of-Year Journal
Prompts over at Lestallion.
Speaker 2 (00:20):
Oh yeah, I remember
seeing that one.
Speaker 1 (00:21):
Yeah, it's from back
in May.
But you know what?
It's never too early to startthinking about these things, and
we're going to dive deep intothose comps together today.
Speaker 2 (00:30):
Perfect timing to you
know, reflect on the year and
set some intentions for the nextone.
Speaker 1 (00:34):
Totally, and Penrose
really hits on that.
Looking back to see where we'vebeen, yeah, but also using that
to kind of launch ourselvesforward.
So are you ready to jump intosome of these juicy prompts with
me?
Speaker 2 (00:43):
Let's do it.
Speaker 1 (00:43):
All right.
So the first section is allabout reflecting on achievements
.
Love this Because you know wedon't always take the time to
celebrate our wins and Penrosereally encourages us to do just
that.
Right off the bat.
She asks for your three mostsignificant accomplishments of
the year and here's the key, whythey matter to you.
Speaker 2 (01:03):
I like that twist
because it's not just about
listing things off, it's aboutunderstanding the why behind
them.
Speaker 1 (01:10):
Exactly.
It's like those achievementsbecome these little signposts
pointing you towards what trulymotivates you, what gets you
fired up.
Speaker 2 (01:18):
Yeah, it's like a
mirror reflecting back your
values and passions.
Speaker 1 (01:21):
Okay, so this next
prompt is one that really
resonates with me personally.
Think about a time you steppedout of your comfort zone.
What did you learn?
You know like remember thattime.
You mentioned a specificexample drawn from listeners'
personal material that took guts.
Speaker 2 (01:37):
Stepping outside that
comfort zone is huge.
Speaker 1 (01:40):
I know it can be
nerve-wracking, but I bet you
learned a ton about yourself inthe process.
Speaker 2 (01:43):
Absolutely, and it's
not just about trying new things
, it's about building resilience.
Each time you push past thoseboundaries, you're proving to
yourself that you can handlediscomfort.
You know that you can adapt andgrow.
Speaker 1 (01:55):
It's like giving your
brain a workout, yeah, making
it more flexible and resourceful.
Speaker 2 (01:58):
Exactly, and that is
a superpower in today's world.
Let me tell you it's so truebecause, let's face it, life
isn't always about celebratingwins.
There are bumps in the road,challenges we all face, and
Penrose doesn't shy away fromthat in her next section
learning from challenges.
Speaker 1 (02:14):
Ooh, getting into the
nitty gritty.
Yeah, this is where we get realOne prompt that stood out to me
is what was the biggestchallenge you faced this year
and how did you handle it?
It's so easy to just focus onthe negative when things get
tough.
But, what I love about thisprompt is that it pushes you to
look at how you dealt with it,yeah, and how you maybe even
learned from it.
Exactly because there's alwaysa lesson hidden in those
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challenges.
Speaker 2 (02:38):
Sometimes it's just
hard to see it when you're in
the thick of it.
Speaker 1 (02:41):
For sure, but looking
back, can you spot that lesson?
What did this experience teachyou about yourself, about your
strengths, your weaknesses, yourability to bounce back?
Speaker 2 (02:50):
Such a good point.
I mean, think about a time whenthings didn't go as planned.
Maybe when you refer to aspecific challenge from the
listener's material.
It probably felt frustrating atthe time.
But now, looking back, did youdiscover a new way to approach
things, did you learn to be moreadaptable?
That's what it's all about.
Those unaccepted detours oftenforce us to be more creative,
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more resourceful.
Speaker 1 (03:13):
It's like life throws
you a curveball and you realize
, hey, I can actually hit thisout of the park.
Speaker 2 (03:18):
And that's how you
build a growth mindset, that
belief that you can learn andevolve even through tough times.
And you know those detours,they don't always have to be bad
.
Sometimes they lead us to somepretty incredible memories.
It's like life saying, hey, Iknow, this isn't what you
planned, but look what youdiscovered instead.
Speaker 1 (03:35):
It's so true, like a
happy little accident, which
brings us perfectly to Penrose'snext set of prompts,
celebrating Memories.
She really encourages us tosavor those good times, like one
prompt asks about your happiestmemory of the year and what
made it so special.
Speaker 2 (03:51):
It's so important to
pause and appreciate those
moments, because they really domake life sparkle.
Speaker 1 (03:56):
Yeah, sometimes we
get so caught up in the day to
day that we forget to do that.
Speaker 2 (04:00):
Totally and think
about it.
When you recall a happy memory,you're not just remembering the
event itself, you'rere-experiencing all those
emotions that came Exactly thatrush of joy, that feeling of
connection it all comes floodingback.
Speaker 1 (04:15):
And those positive
emotions?
They have a ripple effect,don't they?
They influence our mood, ourenergy levels, even our
well-being.
Speaker 2 (04:22):
It's like a mental
vacation.
Speaker 1 (04:23):
I love that.
And speaking of adventures,Penrose also has a prompt about
a fun or unexpected adventureyou had this year.
I'm thinking back to when Imentioned a specific adventure
from listeners' material.
Now that brings a smile to myface.
Speaker 2 (04:39):
Makes me think of
mentioning an example.
Speaker 1 (04:41):
And it doesn't have
to be some grand expedition to
be memorable, right.
Speaker 2 (04:44):
Right, it's not about
the scale, it's about the shift
in perspective, even somethingsmall that injects a little
novelty into your day.
Speaker 1 (04:50):
Just shaking things
up a bit.
Speaker 2 (04:51):
Exactly, and those
little detours can have a
surprisingly profound impact.
They remind us to embracespontaneity, to be open to new
possibilities to appreciate thebeauty of the unexpected.
I like that, the beauty of theunexpected.
Speaker 1 (05:04):
Okay, now get ready
to go even deeper, because we're
moving into personal growth andself-reflection.
Penrose asks how have youchanged or grown as a person
this year?
Such a powerful question.
Speaker 2 (05:15):
It is because it's so
easy to keep moving forward
without really acknowledging howfar we've come.
Speaker 1 (05:21):
We don't always stop
to smell the roses.
Speaker 2 (05:23):
Yeah, and it's like
pausing to admire the view after
a challenging climb.
You've put in the effort,you've faced obstacles, you've
learned and adapted along theway.
Speaker 1 (05:32):
And by recognizing
that growth.
It's not just about pattingyourself on the back.
It's about gaining a deeperunderstanding of your strengths
and weaknesses.
Speaker 2 (05:41):
So true that
self-awareness is essential for
making conscious choices,choices that align with our
values and aspirations.
Speaker 1 (05:48):
It's like taking
inventory of your internal
toolkit, making sure you havethe right tools for the journey
ahead.
And there's another prompt inthis section that I find really
intriguing what new perspectivesor beliefs did?
Speaker 2 (06:04):
you develop this year
.
How have they influenced youractions and decisions?
Because our beliefs, they shapeso much of our reality.
It's incredible how they evolveover time.
Speaker 1 (06:09):
It really is, I mean
think about it.
Speaker 2 (06:10):
It's a testament to
the amazing plasticity of the
human brain.
We're constantly taking in newinformation, encountering new
viewpoints.
Speaker 1 (06:17):
And reevaluating our
understanding of the world.
Speaker 2 (06:20):
Exactly, and
sometimes those shifts in
perspective can be subtle like agradual opening to new ideas.
Speaker 1 (06:26):
A softening of those
rigid beliefs we sometimes hold
on to.
Speaker 2 (06:29):
But other times it
can feel like a seismic shift,
completely changing thelandscape of our thinking.
Speaker 1 (06:35):
Wow, that's a great
way to put it.
Okay, so, speaking of change,let's shift our focus to the
future.
Arguably the most exciting part.
Penrose dedicates an entiresection to looking ahead to the
future.
Speaker 2 (06:48):
I like where this is
going.
Speaker 1 (06:50):
Me too, and she
doesn't disappoint with the
prompts.
First up, she asks for your topthree goals for the next year.
But here's the key how do youplan to achieve them?
Speaker 2 (07:00):
Ah, so it's not
enough to just dream big.
We need a roadmap.
Speaker 1 (07:02):
Exactly, gotta have a
plan.
Speaker 2 (07:04):
Think of your goals
as destinations on a map.
You need to know where you'reheaded, but you also need to
plot your course.
Speaker 1 (07:10):
Identify those
potential obstacles, pack the
necessary supplies.
Speaker 2 (07:14):
By outlining your
plan, you're not just increasing
your chances of success, you'realso strengthening your
commitment to those goals Likeyou're saying I'm serious about
this and I'm willing to put inthe work.
Speaker 1 (07:24):
Okay, so now to
really ignite those dreams.
Penrose encourages us to thinkabout our dreams and aspirations
.
No limits here.
Speaker 2 (07:32):
This is where we let
our imaginations run wild.
Speaker 1 (07:34):
Exactly envisioning
the life we truly desire
aspirations no limits here.
This is where we let ourimaginations run wild Exactly
Envisioning the life we trulydesire.
Speaker 2 (07:38):
It's about connecting
with our deepest desires, those
things that light us up fromthe inside out.
Speaker 1 (07:44):
And those dreams
might seem daunting at first.
Speaker 2 (07:46):
But remember, every
journey begins with a single
step.
Speaker 1 (07:50):
Breaking those big
aspirations down into smaller,
actionable steps.
Speaker 2 (07:55):
That's how we create
a pathway towards those
seemingly impossible dreams.
Speaker 1 (07:59):
Love that.
And speaking of pathways,Penrose also prompts us to
consider what new skills orknowledge do you want to acquire
next year?
How will they benefit you?
Speaker 2 (08:08):
It's about investing
in our future, selves equipping
ourselves with the tools andknowledge to navigate the path
ahead.
Speaker 1 (08:14):
It's like leveling up
in the game of life.
Speaker 2 (08:16):
I like that analogy.
Speaker 1 (08:18):
Right, because we're
constantly evolving, facing new
challenges.
Speaker 2 (08:20):
And pursuing new
opportunities.
Speaker 1 (08:22):
By actively seeking
out new skills and knowledge.
Speaker 2 (08:24):
We're expanding our
capacity to adapt, to innovate.
Speaker 1 (08:27):
To create the life we
desire.
Speaker 2 (08:28):
It's a lifelong
journey of learning and growth.
Speaker 1 (08:31):
And it's not all
about solo missions either.
Penrose reminds us to thinkabout the relationships we want
to nurture or develop.
Speaker 2 (08:38):
Ah yes, because
humans are social creatures, we
thrive on connection.
Speaker 1 (08:43):
Whether it's with
family, friends, romantic
partners, colleagues, thosebonds.
They bring so much richness andmeaning to our lives.
Speaker 2 (08:50):
It's about investing
in the connections that bring us
joy, support, a sense ofbelonging.
Speaker 1 (08:55):
Deepening existing
relationships or even
cultivating new ones.
Speaker 2 (08:59):
Nurturing those
social connections is essential
for a fulfilling life.
Speaker 1 (09:03):
It's like building a
network of support, a tribe of
people who inspire us.
Speaker 2 (09:06):
Who challenge us and
celebrate our journey.
It's like building your ownpersonal board of directors.
Speaker 1 (09:12):
I like that, and you
know what else really resonated
with me in this section.
It's the last prompt.
Penrose asks how will youprioritize self-care and
well-being in the coming year?
What practices will youincorporate into your routine?
Ah yes, self-care.
It's so easy to let that slipwhen things get busy, but it's
so important.
Speaker 2 (09:29):
Absolutely crucial
for our mental, emotional and
physical health.
Speaker 1 (09:32):
We got to take care
of ourselves.
Speaker 2 (09:33):
It's like making sure
your car has enough fuel.
Speaker 1 (09:36):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (09:36):
And you know, gets
regular maintenance.
Speaker 1 (09:38):
You wouldn't expect
it to run smoothly without
taking care of it, right?
Speaker 2 (09:41):
Right.
So why do we expect our mindsand bodies to just keep going
without giving them the samelevel of care and attention?
Speaker 1 (09:48):
And it doesn't have
to be complicated.
Speaker 2 (09:49):
No, just find small
ways to nourish yourself,
whether it's exercise, spendingtime in nature, practicing
mindfulness or even just takinga few minutes each day to
disconnect and recharge.
Speaker 1 (10:02):
I love that.
Just hit the reset button.
So, as we wrap up our deep diveinto these 50 end of year
journal prompts, what'sresonating with you the most
right now?
Speaker 2 (10:11):
That's a good
question.
I think what's reallyfascinating is that each prompt
acts like a different lens,offering a unique perspective on
your experiences.
Speaker 1 (10:20):
You know it's like
holding up a mirror to different
parts of your year.
Speaker 2 (10:23):
Have you discovered a
connection between a past
achievement and a future goal?
Or maybe a challenge you facedhas sparked a desire to learn a
new skill?
Speaker 1 (10:31):
Yeah, it's not just
about answering the prompts in
isolation.
It's about the connections youmake between them, the insights
that emerge as you reflect onthe year as a whole.
Speaker 2 (10:40):
It's like piecing
together a puzzle.
Speaker 1 (10:42):
Revealing a clearer
picture of who you are, where
you've been and where you wantto go.
Speaker 2 (10:47):
And remember these
prompts are just the starting
point.
Let your curiosity lead the way.
Explore different angles andsee where your thoughts take you
.
Speaker 1 (10:56):
That's the beauty of
journaling, isn't it?
Speaker 2 (10:58):
The real magic
happens when you allow yourself
to be surprised by what comes up.
Speaker 1 (11:02):
So grab your journal,
a cozy spot, and dive into
these prompts.
Who knows, you might justuncover some hidden gems about
yourself and emerge with arenewed sense of purpose as you
step into the new year.
Speaker 2 (11:14):
Happy writing
everyone.