December 15, 2024 • 12 mins
50 Gratitude Journal Prompts
Can gratitude really transform your everyday life and mental well-being? Join us as we unravel the mysteries behind 50 gratitude journal prompts from the innovative company, the Stallion. These aren't your average gratitude exercises; they're designed to unlock mindfulness and joy in every corner of your daily routine. From cherishing simple pleasures like the warmth of your morning coffee to recognizing the profound impact of human connection, we explore how these prompts can shift your perspective to one of appreciation and calm, no matter how chaotic your day might be.
Our conversation doesn't shy away from life's challenges, as we examine how gratitude can turn obstacles into stepping stones for growth. By embracing this positive shift in mindset, you'll learn how gratitude strengthens relationships, enhances resilience, and even reduces anxiety and depression. Whether you're looking to nurture your emotional well-being or strengthen your bonds with loved ones, this episode is packed with insights that promise to inspire and empower. Discover how gratitude can become your go-to tool for building a foundation of mental strength and emotional fortitude.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Welcome to today's deep dive.
We're going to be looking at 50gratitude journal prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:05):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (00:06):
From a company called the Stallion.
Interesting yeah, they madejournals.
Speaker 2 (00:11):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (00:11):
So already I think we're seeing a little bit of a
theme here, but the idea is thatthese prompts are supposed to
help us cultivate moremindfulness and joy in our lives
.
Speaker 2 (00:23):
And I think what's really fascinating about this is
that they go beyond, just likelisting things that you're
thankful for.
They actually sort of break itdown into different categories
to kind of guide you throughdifferent aspects of gratitude,
from everyday simple pleasuresto, you know, dealing with
challenges and personal growth.
Speaker 1 (00:42):
Yeah, absolutely.
And speaking of simplepleasures, the first category is
everyday blessings.
Speaker 2 (00:46):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (00:47):
And I've got to be honest with you, when I first
saw this I was like, okay, thisis getting super cheesy Right.
But then I got to some of theseprompts and there are some
really interesting ones in here,like what's one small item you
own that brings you comfort, orwhat is a simple part of your
daily routine that youappreciate, yeah, and it kind of
made me stop and think.
Speaker 2 (01:07):
Yeah, I think that's what's so great about those is
that it encourages you to payattention to those tiny little
things that often go unnoticedRight but that really actually,
you know, contribute quite a bitto our overall well-being.
Speaker 1 (01:19):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (01:20):
You know, just imagine like you're having a
really stressful day and youstop and just appreciate like
the warmth of your favorite mugin your hands while you're
having your coffee or tea.
You know, it might seem likereally insignificant but
actually just acknowledging thatsmall comfort can really shift
your perspective and even youknow, create a sense of calm.
Yeah, like a little minimeditation in the middle of your
(01:41):
day, exactly.
I like that.
Speaker 1 (01:42):
Yeah, like a little mini meditation in the middle of
your day Exactly, I like that.
And then we move intorelationships and support, which
I think is really where thepower of gratitude, I think,
shines, you know.
Speaker 2 (01:51):
Yeah, and they've got promising here, like who is
someone you can always count on,or think of a recent
conversation that left youfeeling uplifted.
Yeah, I love those ones becauseI think they really tap into
this fundamental human need forconnection.
Speaker 1 (02:05):
Right.
Speaker 2 (02:06):
You know, and gratitude for loved ones.
It isn't just about, you know,that warm, fuzzy feeling.
Yeah, there's actually studiesthat show that expressing
gratitude to others itstrengthens relationships.
Speaker 1 (02:17):
The what.
Speaker 2 (02:18):
It increases feelings of support, reduces loneliness.
So it's like this positivefeedback loop where, you know,
expressing gratitude makes youfeel more connected and that
connection makes you feel evenmore grateful.
Speaker 1 (02:29):
I like that.
Okay, so we've got the everydayjoys, we've got the people we
love.
Speaker 2 (02:33):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:35):
But what about those times when life throws us a
curve ball?
Speaker 2 (02:38):
Right.
Speaker 1 (02:39):
You know the challenge.
So this is Lestallion'schallenges and lessons category.
Okay, and I'll admit, when Ifirst saw this I was a little
bit skeptical, like how can yoube grateful for challenges,
right.
But then I read some of theseprompts and some of them were
really good, like think of arecent challenge you overcame.
Ok, what strengths did you useto get through it?
What is one mistake you madethat taught you an important
(03:01):
lesson?
Speaker 2 (03:01):
Yeah, I think that's where gratitude gets really
interesting, because it's notabout denying that challenges
are difficult.
It's about reframing them asopportunities for growth.
So, you know, when we reflecton how we've overcome obstacles
in the past that we buildresilience.
Speaker 1 (03:18):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (03:18):
And we also develop this greater sense of
self-efficacy, like that beliefthat we can handle whatever
comes our way and even mistakes.
Speaker 1 (03:25):
Right.
Speaker 2 (03:26):
You know, which can often be painful.
Yeah, they're valuable learningexperiences that shape our path
forward.
Speaker 1 (03:33):
OK, so it's all about looking for that silver lining
even in those difficult times.
Speaker 2 (03:37):
Exactly, and that shift in perspective can have
such a profound impact on ourmental and emotional well-being.
Speaker 1 (03:44):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (03:44):
You know, there's research that shows people who
practice gratitude are lesslikely to experience symptoms of
anxiety and depression.
Speaker 1 (03:50):
Wow, so it's not just about you know.
Speaker 2 (03:53):
It's not just about feeling good.
Speaker 1 (03:55):
Feeling good.
It's about like building.
It's about building Afoundation of mental strength
and resilience, exactly I likethat.
Okay, so what's next?
Speaker 2 (04:03):
So, from overcoming challenges, it encourages us to
turn inwards and embrace our ownindividuality, with personal
joys and passions.
Speaker 1 (04:11):
Okay, this one I'm a little more comfortable with.
Speaker 2 (04:13):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (04:14):
This is all about celebrating ourselves, right?
They've got prompts in here.
Speaker 2 (04:18):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (04:18):
Like what's one thing you love about yourself.
How does this strength benefityou?
And others Describe a favoriteway to spend your free time.
Why does this activity bringyou joy?
Speaker 2 (04:30):
I love those prompts.
They're all about cultivatingself-love and recognizing our
strengths and talents, and it'snot about ego or arrogance,
appreciating our positivequalities ego or arrogance you
know, appreciating our positivequalities.
It boosts self-esteem, itmotivates us to pursue our
passions and it can even enhanceour creativity.
Speaker 1 (04:49):
So recognizing and embracing what makes you you.
Speaker 2 (04:52):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (04:55):
I like that Okay.
Speaker 2 (04:55):
So what's the final category?
So the last one is mindfulnessand present moment appreciation.
And here the prompts invite usto slow down, be present and
savor those simple things inlife.
And this is where the practiceof gratitude kind of intersects
with mindfulness.
Speaker 1 (05:09):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (05:10):
So these prompts encourage us to really tune into
our sexes and experience thepresent moment you know more
fully Like.
One of the prompts is describea moment when you felt fully
present.
Speaker 1 (05:22):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (05:23):
What did you see, hear, smell, taste and touch?
Wow.
And another one is what's onesmall thing today that made you
feel at peace?
How did it affect your mood?
Speaker 1 (05:33):
I'm feeling more relaxed already, right, just
thinking about these prompts.
Yeah, like giving yourselfpermission to slow down and
appreciate those little things.
Speaker 2 (05:41):
Yeah, and that's where, I think, the real magic
of gratitude lies.
It's not about forcingourselves to be thankful for
things we don't appreciate.
Yeah, it's really aboutcultivating this mindset of
awareness and appreciation rightfor all the things that are
already present in our livesyeah, you know it's interesting.
Speaker 1 (05:57):
These prompts come from a company that sells
journals.
Right, I mean, it makes sensefrom a business perspective.
Speaker 2 (06:03):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (06:03):
But at the same time you could practice gratitude
without writing anything down.
Speaker 2 (06:07):
You absolutely could, and it kind of raises the
question of whether there's adeeper motivation at play here.
You know, Right Is it reallyabout promoting well-being.
Speaker 1 (06:15):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (06:15):
Or is it just about selling more journals?
Speaker 1 (06:17):
Well, I don't know if we can really know that.
Speaker 2 (06:20):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (06:21):
But I will say, there's something about writing
things down.
Speaker 2 (06:24):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (06:25):
That makes it more real.
Right Kind of solidifies thosethoughts and feelings.
Speaker 2 (06:29):
Yeah, there's actually a scientific basis for
that.
Speaker 1 (06:32):
Oh really.
Speaker 2 (06:32):
Studies show that writing about gratitude can
actually lead to higher levelsof happiness, optimism and even
physical health.
That's interesting it seemslike putting pen to paper or
fingers to keyboard these days,helps to really solidify those
emotions and make them moreaccessible to us.
Speaker 1 (06:50):
So it's not just the content, it's the actual act of
writing itself.
Speaker 2 (06:54):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (06:55):
That's really fascinating and, you know, even
if there is a marketing elementto this.
Speaker 2 (07:00):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (07:01):
I think they're providing a valuable tool, for
sure For people who want tocultivate more gratitude.
Speaker 2 (07:05):
Absolutely, and they're a great starting point.
Speaker 1 (07:08):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (07:08):
For anyone who wants to explore gratitude journaling
Uh-huh.
And even if you decide not touse a journal the prompts
themselves can still be reallyhelpful.
Speaker 1 (07:18):
Okay, so let's circle back to those 50 prompts.
Speaker 2 (07:20):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (07:20):
I know we've touched on each category, but what are
some of the ones that stand outto you?
Speaker 2 (07:24):
Well, one that I really like is from that
challenges and lessons category.
Okay, it asks what is one thingyou learned from a recent
disappointment?
Speaker 1 (07:34):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (07:35):
How can you use this knowledge to make better choices
in the future?
Speaker 1 (07:39):
I like that one too.
It's kind of that reminder thateven our setbacks, you know,
can teach us something.
Speaker 2 (07:45):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (07:46):
What about you?
Any other ones that stand outto you?
Speaker 2 (07:48):
Yeah, there's another one I really like from that
mindfulness and present momentappreciation.
Speaker 1 (07:52):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (07:53):
It asks what is one sensory experience that you are
grateful for right now, anddescribe it in detail.
Speaker 1 (08:01):
I love that one.
Speaker 2 (08:02):
Yeah, that's really powerful it invites us to slow
down and really savor thatpresent moment using all of our
senses.
Speaker 1 (08:11):
Yeah, and, and you know, as we're talking about all
this, yeah, I've been thinkingabout how, you know, some of
these prompts might resonatedifferently.
Right, people, depending on you, know their values and their
beliefs.
Of course, you know.
Like someone who is spiritualor religious, yeah, might
approach this differently thansomeone who isn't.
Speaker 2 (08:31):
That's a really important observation, because
gratitude is often intertwinedwith our spiritual beliefs and
practices.
So for some, gratitude might bean expression of their faith, a
way of connecting with a higherpower.
For others, it might be a moresecular practice you know, just
focused on appreciating the goodthings in life.
Speaker 1 (08:49):
And that's what's so great about these prompts is
that they can be adapted to somany different perspectives and
worldviews.
Speaker 2 (08:56):
And that's one of the reasons why journaling can be
such a powerful tool, because itallows us to explore that
without judgment.
Speaker 1 (09:03):
Exactly so.
Whether you're a seasonedgratitude practitioner or you're
just starting out, theseprompts can be a really great
resource.
Speaker 2 (09:13):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (09:14):
And remember, it doesn't have to be complicated
right you know, you can startsmall just a few minutes each
day yeah, a few minutes each dayand build from there the key is
to approach it with an openheart yeah and a willing wants
to see the good so, as we wrapup our deep dive here, okay.
I want to leave you with aquestion to think about okay
(09:34):
what if, instead of alwaysstriving for more, we shifted
our focus to appreciating theabundance that we already have?
Speaker 2 (09:43):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (09:43):
What kind of world could we create if gratitude was
our guiding principle?
Speaker 2 (09:48):
That's a really great question and one worth
exploring.
Speaker 1 (09:51):
Absolutely, and maybe by embracing this practice of
gratitude, you know, we canstart to answer that.
Speaker 2 (09:58):
One grateful moment at a time.
Speaker 1 (10:00):
Well said.
This has been a reallyinsightful look at gratitude.
Speaker 2 (10:03):
Yeah, it has, and its transformative power.
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (10:06):
Okay, so we've really unpacked these 50 gratitude
journal prompts and I think it'sreally interesting how they
kind of highlight all thesedifferent sides of gratitude.
You know, it's not just thesebig life changing events, right,
it's about those tiny littlemoments.
Speaker 2 (10:21):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (10:21):
You know the everyday stuff, our relationships and
even the challenges we face.
Speaker 2 (10:26):
And I think the real power is how these prompts can
really be a starting point forgrowth you know, by encouraging
us to really reflect on thingsand see the good, even in those
tough times.
It helps us build resilience,self-awareness and just this
deeper appreciation for life.
Speaker 1 (10:44):
Yeah, absolutely, and I'm really fascinated by this
connection we've been talkingabout between gratitude and
consumerism.
Speaker 2 (10:49):
Right Like.
Speaker 1 (10:49):
Lestallion as a company.
Speaker 2 (10:51):
Right.
Speaker 1 (10:51):
You know they sell journals, so they benefit from
that.
Speaker 2 (10:53):
Right.
Speaker 1 (10:54):
But they're also promoting this idea of being
content and appreciating whatyou have.
Speaker 2 (11:01):
Exactly.
It's a very interesting sort ofparadox.
Speaker 1 (11:04):
Yeah, and you know, maybe gratitude can actually be
this antidote to consumerism.
Speaker 2 (11:09):
Possibly.
Speaker 1 (11:10):
You know we're really focused on appreciating what we
have.
Yeah, Maybe we're reallyfocused on appreciating what we
have.
Yeah, maybe we're less drivenby this need to always get more.
Speaker 2 (11:19):
It's a really interesting thought.
Speaker 1 (11:20):
Yeah, and I think that could have a huge impact,
not just on us personally, buton the world around us.
Speaker 2 (11:25):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (11:27):
If we're not always focused on getting new things
maybe we're more likely toappreciate nature Right Connect
with our communities andcontribute to appreciate nature
Right, connect with ourcommunities Right and, you know,
contribute to something biggerthan ourselves.
Speaker 2 (11:38):
Linnaeus thought.
Speaker 1 (11:38):
Yeah, absolutely, and I think these prompts are a
really great starting point foranyone who wants to explore that
.
You know Absolutely.
So whether you want to write ina physical journal, use an app
Right or just think about thesethings, the important thing is
to be intentional about it.
Speaker 2 (12:00):
Exactly, and remember it doesn't have to be this big
complicated thing, you know.
Speaker 1 (12:01):
Just start small, even just a few minutes each day
, yeah, and approach it with anopen mind and a willingness to
see the good.
Speaker 2 (12:05):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (12:06):
All right.
So, as we wrap up our deep divetoday, I want to leave everyone
with one final thought.
Speaker 2 (12:11):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (12:12):
What if, instead of constantly chasing after more,
we shifted our focus toappreciating everything we
already have?
Speaker 2 (12:21):
Right.
Speaker 1 (12:21):
How would that change our lives?
How would that change the world?
Speaker 2 (12:26):
Something to think about.
Speaker 1 (12:27):
It really is, and I think that's a perfect place to
end our deep dive today.
Speaker 2 (12:31):
Yeah, it is.
Speaker 1 (12:32):
Thanks for joining us and until next time, keep
diving deep.
Welcome to today's deep dive.
We're going to be looking at 50gratitude journal prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:05):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (00:06):
From a company called the Stallion.
Interesting yeah, they madejournals.
Speaker 2 (00:11):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (00:11):
So already I think we're seeing a little bit of a
theme here, but the idea is thatthese prompts are supposed to
help us cultivate moremindfulness and joy in our lives
.
Speaker 2 (00:23):
And I think what's really fascinating about this is
that they go beyond, just likelisting things that you're
thankful for.
They actually sort of break itdown into different categories
to kind of guide you throughdifferent aspects of gratitude,
from everyday simple pleasuresto, you know, dealing with
challenges and personal growth.
Speaker 1 (00:42):
Yeah, absolutely.
And speaking of simplepleasures, the first category is
everyday blessings.
Speaker 2 (00:46):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (00:47):
And I've got to be honest with you, when I first
saw this I was like, okay, thisis getting super cheesy Right.
But then I got to some of theseprompts and there are some
really interesting ones in here,like what's one small item you
own that brings you comfort, orwhat is a simple part of your
daily routine that youappreciate, yeah, and it kind of
made me stop and think.
Speaker 2 (01:07):
Yeah, I think that's what's so great about those is
that it encourages you to payattention to those tiny little
things that often go unnoticedRight but that really actually,
you know, contribute quite a bitto our overall well-being.
Speaker 1 (01:19):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (01:20):
You know, just imagine like you're having a
really stressful day and youstop and just appreciate like
the warmth of your favorite mugin your hands while you're
having your coffee or tea.
You know, it might seem likereally insignificant but
actually just acknowledging thatsmall comfort can really shift
your perspective and even youknow, create a sense of calm.
Yeah, like a little minimeditation in the middle of your
(01:41):
day, exactly.
I like that.
Speaker 1 (01:42):
Yeah, like a little mini meditation in the middle of
your day Exactly, I like that.
And then we move intorelationships and support, which
I think is really where thepower of gratitude, I think,
shines, you know.
Speaker 2 (01:51):
Yeah, and they've got promising here, like who is
someone you can always count on,or think of a recent
conversation that left youfeeling uplifted.
Yeah, I love those ones becauseI think they really tap into
this fundamental human need forconnection.
Speaker 1 (02:05):
Right.
Speaker 2 (02:06):
You know, and gratitude for loved ones.
It isn't just about, you know,that warm, fuzzy feeling.
Yeah, there's actually studiesthat show that expressing
gratitude to others itstrengthens relationships.
Speaker 1 (02:17):
The what.
Speaker 2 (02:18):
It increases feelings of support, reduces loneliness.
So it's like this positivefeedback loop where, you know,
expressing gratitude makes youfeel more connected and that
connection makes you feel evenmore grateful.
Speaker 1 (02:29):
I like that.
Okay, so we've got the everydayjoys, we've got the people we
love.
Speaker 2 (02:33):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:35):
But what about those times when life throws us a
curve ball?
Speaker 2 (02:38):
Right.
Speaker 1 (02:39):
You know the challenge.
So this is Lestallion'schallenges and lessons category.
Okay, and I'll admit, when Ifirst saw this I was a little
bit skeptical, like how can yoube grateful for challenges,
right.
But then I read some of theseprompts and some of them were
really good, like think of arecent challenge you overcame.
Ok, what strengths did you useto get through it?
What is one mistake you madethat taught you an important
(03:01):
lesson?
Speaker 2 (03:01):
Yeah, I think that's where gratitude gets really
interesting, because it's notabout denying that challenges
are difficult.
It's about reframing them asopportunities for growth.
So, you know, when we reflecton how we've overcome obstacles
in the past that we buildresilience.
Speaker 1 (03:18):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (03:18):
And we also develop this greater sense of
self-efficacy, like that beliefthat we can handle whatever
comes our way and even mistakes.
Speaker 1 (03:25):
Right.
Speaker 2 (03:26):
You know, which can often be painful.
Yeah, they're valuable learningexperiences that shape our path
forward.
Speaker 1 (03:33):
OK, so it's all about looking for that silver lining
even in those difficult times.
Speaker 2 (03:37):
Exactly, and that shift in perspective can have
such a profound impact on ourmental and emotional well-being.
Speaker 1 (03:44):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (03:44):
You know, there's research that shows people who
practice gratitude are lesslikely to experience symptoms of
anxiety and depression.
Speaker 1 (03:50):
Wow, so it's not just about you know.
Speaker 2 (03:53):
It's not just about feeling good.
Speaker 1 (03:55):
Feeling good.
It's about like building.
It's about building Afoundation of mental strength
and resilience, exactly I likethat.
Okay, so what's next?
Speaker 2 (04:03):
So, from overcoming challenges, it encourages us to
turn inwards and embrace our ownindividuality, with personal
joys and passions.
Speaker 1 (04:11):
Okay, this one I'm a little more comfortable with.
Speaker 2 (04:13):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (04:14):
This is all about celebrating ourselves, right?
They've got prompts in here.
Speaker 2 (04:18):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (04:18):
Like what's one thing you love about yourself.
How does this strength benefityou?
And others Describe a favoriteway to spend your free time.
Why does this activity bringyou joy?
Speaker 2 (04:30):
I love those prompts.
They're all about cultivatingself-love and recognizing our
strengths and talents, and it'snot about ego or arrogance,
appreciating our positivequalities ego or arrogance you
know, appreciating our positivequalities.
It boosts self-esteem, itmotivates us to pursue our
passions and it can even enhanceour creativity.
Speaker 1 (04:49):
So recognizing and embracing what makes you you.
Speaker 2 (04:52):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (04:55):
I like that Okay.
Speaker 2 (04:55):
So what's the final category?
So the last one is mindfulnessand present moment appreciation.
And here the prompts invite usto slow down, be present and
savor those simple things inlife.
And this is where the practiceof gratitude kind of intersects
with mindfulness.
Speaker 1 (05:09):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (05:10):
So these prompts encourage us to really tune into
our sexes and experience thepresent moment you know more
fully Like.
One of the prompts is describea moment when you felt fully
present.
Speaker 1 (05:22):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (05:23):
What did you see, hear, smell, taste and touch?
Wow.
And another one is what's onesmall thing today that made you
feel at peace?
How did it affect your mood?
Speaker 1 (05:33):
I'm feeling more relaxed already, right, just
thinking about these prompts.
Yeah, like giving yourselfpermission to slow down and
appreciate those little things.
Speaker 2 (05:41):
Yeah, and that's where, I think, the real magic
of gratitude lies.
It's not about forcingourselves to be thankful for
things we don't appreciate.
Yeah, it's really aboutcultivating this mindset of
awareness and appreciation rightfor all the things that are
already present in our livesyeah, you know it's interesting.
Speaker 1 (05:57):
These prompts come from a company that sells
journals.
Right, I mean, it makes sensefrom a business perspective.
Speaker 2 (06:03):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (06:03):
But at the same time you could practice gratitude
without writing anything down.
Speaker 2 (06:07):
You absolutely could, and it kind of raises the
question of whether there's adeeper motivation at play here.
You know, Right Is it reallyabout promoting well-being.
Speaker 1 (06:15):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (06:15):
Or is it just about selling more journals?
Speaker 1 (06:17):
Well, I don't know if we can really know that.
Speaker 2 (06:20):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (06:21):
But I will say, there's something about writing
things down.
Speaker 2 (06:24):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (06:25):
That makes it more real.
Right Kind of solidifies thosethoughts and feelings.
Speaker 2 (06:29):
Yeah, there's actually a scientific basis for
that.
Speaker 1 (06:32):
Oh really.
Speaker 2 (06:32):
Studies show that writing about gratitude can
actually lead to higher levelsof happiness, optimism and even
physical health.
That's interesting it seemslike putting pen to paper or
fingers to keyboard these days,helps to really solidify those
emotions and make them moreaccessible to us.
Speaker 1 (06:50):
So it's not just the content, it's the actual act of
writing itself.
Speaker 2 (06:54):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (06:55):
That's really fascinating and, you know, even
if there is a marketing elementto this.
Speaker 2 (07:00):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (07:01):
I think they're providing a valuable tool, for
sure For people who want tocultivate more gratitude.
Speaker 2 (07:05):
Absolutely, and they're a great starting point.
Speaker 1 (07:08):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (07:08):
For anyone who wants to explore gratitude journaling
Uh-huh.
And even if you decide not touse a journal the prompts
themselves can still be reallyhelpful.
Speaker 1 (07:18):
Okay, so let's circle back to those 50 prompts.
Speaker 2 (07:20):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (07:20):
I know we've touched on each category, but what are
some of the ones that stand outto you?
Speaker 2 (07:24):
Well, one that I really like is from that
challenges and lessons category.
Okay, it asks what is one thingyou learned from a recent
disappointment?
Speaker 1 (07:34):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (07:35):
How can you use this knowledge to make better choices
in the future?
Speaker 1 (07:39):
I like that one too.
It's kind of that reminder thateven our setbacks, you know,
can teach us something.
Speaker 2 (07:45):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (07:46):
What about you?
Any other ones that stand outto you?
Speaker 2 (07:48):
Yeah, there's another one I really like from that
mindfulness and present momentappreciation.
Speaker 1 (07:52):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (07:53):
It asks what is one sensory experience that you are
grateful for right now, anddescribe it in detail.
Speaker 1 (08:01):
I love that one.
Speaker 2 (08:02):
Yeah, that's really powerful it invites us to slow
down and really savor thatpresent moment using all of our
senses.
Speaker 1 (08:11):
Yeah, and, and you know, as we're talking about all
this, yeah, I've been thinkingabout how, you know, some of
these prompts might resonatedifferently.
Right, people, depending on you, know their values and their
beliefs.
Of course, you know.
Like someone who is spiritualor religious, yeah, might
approach this differently thansomeone who isn't.
Speaker 2 (08:31):
That's a really important observation, because
gratitude is often intertwinedwith our spiritual beliefs and
practices.
So for some, gratitude might bean expression of their faith, a
way of connecting with a higherpower.
For others, it might be a moresecular practice you know, just
focused on appreciating the goodthings in life.
Speaker 1 (08:49):
And that's what's so great about these prompts is
that they can be adapted to somany different perspectives and
worldviews.
Speaker 2 (08:56):
And that's one of the reasons why journaling can be
such a powerful tool, because itallows us to explore that
without judgment.
Speaker 1 (09:03):
Exactly so.
Whether you're a seasonedgratitude practitioner or you're
just starting out, theseprompts can be a really great
resource.
Speaker 2 (09:13):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (09:14):
And remember, it doesn't have to be complicated
right you know, you can startsmall just a few minutes each
day yeah, a few minutes each dayand build from there the key is
to approach it with an openheart yeah and a willing wants
to see the good so, as we wrapup our deep dive here, okay.
I want to leave you with aquestion to think about okay
(09:34):
what if, instead of alwaysstriving for more, we shifted
our focus to appreciating theabundance that we already have?
Speaker 2 (09:43):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (09:43):
What kind of world could we create if gratitude was
our guiding principle?
Speaker 2 (09:48):
That's a really great question and one worth
exploring.
Speaker 1 (09:51):
Absolutely, and maybe by embracing this practice of
gratitude, you know, we canstart to answer that.
Speaker 2 (09:58):
One grateful moment at a time.
Speaker 1 (10:00):
Well said.
This has been a reallyinsightful look at gratitude.
Speaker 2 (10:03):
Yeah, it has, and its transformative power.
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (10:06):
Okay, so we've really unpacked these 50 gratitude
journal prompts and I think it'sreally interesting how they
kind of highlight all thesedifferent sides of gratitude.
You know, it's not just thesebig life changing events, right,
it's about those tiny littlemoments.
Speaker 2 (10:21):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (10:21):
You know the everyday stuff, our relationships and
even the challenges we face.
Speaker 2 (10:26):
And I think the real power is how these prompts can
really be a starting point forgrowth you know, by encouraging
us to really reflect on thingsand see the good, even in those
tough times.
It helps us build resilience,self-awareness and just this
deeper appreciation for life.
Speaker 1 (10:44):
Yeah, absolutely, and I'm really fascinated by this
connection we've been talkingabout between gratitude and
consumerism.
Speaker 2 (10:49):
Right Like.
Speaker 1 (10:49):
Lestallion as a company.
Speaker 2 (10:51):
Right.
Speaker 1 (10:51):
You know they sell journals, so they benefit from
that.
Speaker 2 (10:53):
Right.
Speaker 1 (10:54):
But they're also promoting this idea of being
content and appreciating whatyou have.
Speaker 2 (11:01):
Exactly.
It's a very interesting sort ofparadox.
Speaker 1 (11:04):
Yeah, and you know, maybe gratitude can actually be
this antidote to consumerism.
Speaker 2 (11:09):
Possibly.
Speaker 1 (11:10):
You know we're really focused on appreciating what we
have.
Yeah, Maybe we're reallyfocused on appreciating what we
have.
Yeah, maybe we're less drivenby this need to always get more.
Speaker 2 (11:19):
It's a really interesting thought.
Speaker 1 (11:20):
Yeah, and I think that could have a huge impact,
not just on us personally, buton the world around us.
Speaker 2 (11:25):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (11:27):
If we're not always focused on getting new things
maybe we're more likely toappreciate nature Right Connect
with our communities andcontribute to appreciate nature
Right, connect with ourcommunities Right and, you know,
contribute to something biggerthan ourselves.
Speaker 2 (11:38):
Linnaeus thought.
Speaker 1 (11:38):
Yeah, absolutely, and I think these prompts are a
really great starting point foranyone who wants to explore that
.
You know Absolutely.
So whether you want to write ina physical journal, use an app
Right or just think about thesethings, the important thing is
to be intentional about it.
Speaker 2 (12:00):
Exactly, and remember it doesn't have to be this big
complicated thing, you know.
Speaker 1 (12:01):
Just start small, even just a few minutes each day
, yeah, and approach it with anopen mind and a willingness to
see the good.
Speaker 2 (12:05):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (12:06):
All right.
So, as we wrap up our deep divetoday, I want to leave everyone
with one final thought.
Speaker 2 (12:11):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (12:12):
What if, instead of constantly chasing after more,
we shifted our focus toappreciating everything we
already have?
Speaker 2 (12:21):
Right.
Speaker 1 (12:21):
How would that change our lives?
How would that change the world?
Speaker 2 (12:26):
Something to think about.
Speaker 1 (12:27):
It really is, and I think that's a perfect place to
end our deep dive today.
Speaker 2 (12:31):
Yeah, it is.
Speaker 1 (12:32):
Thanks for joining us and until next time, keep
diving deep.
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