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Speaker 1 (00:00):
All right, get ready,
because we're about to take a
deep dive into growth mindsetjournaling.
Speaker 2 (00:05):
Ooh, I love it.
Speaker 1 (00:07):
You know that whole
idea that you're not limited by
your current abilities.
Speaker 2 (00:10):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (00:11):
But can actually
develop and grow through effort,
and you know all that goodstuff Right exactly.
And for this deep dive we'vegot 50 incredible journal
prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:19):
Wow, 50.
Speaker 1 (00:21):
50 from this awesome
blog post by Clara Penrose on
Lestallion.
Speaker 2 (00:25):
Oh, I've heard of
that site.
Speaker 1 (00:26):
Yeah, they're all
about journaling and
self-improvement.
Speaker 2 (00:29):
Nice.
Speaker 1 (00:31):
And Clara believes
that these prompts can really
help us shift our perspective.
Speaker 2 (00:35):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (00:36):
Build up resilience.
Speaker 2 (00:37):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (00:37):
And you know, just
open ourselves up to new
possibilities.
I love that, but okay, 50prompts, that's a lot right,
yeah, a little intimidating sowe're going to help you sift
through them and find the realgems, the prompts that will
really resonate with you.
Sounds good, so let's jumpright in.
Speaker 2 (00:52):
Yeah right.
Speaker 1 (00:52):
One category that
really stood out to me was
reflecting on challenges.
Speaker 2 (00:56):
Okay, interesting.
Speaker 1 (00:58):
And it might sound
counterintuitive, right.
Speaker 2 (00:59):
Yeah, how do you
reflect on challenges?
Speaker 1 (01:02):
But these prompts
actually encourage us to reframe
those challenges.
Speaker 2 (01:05):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (01:06):
And see them as
opportunities for growth.
Speaker 2 (01:07):
I like that so.
Speaker 1 (01:08):
for example, one
prompt asks write about a time
when something didn't go asplanned.
What did you learn aboutresilience and adaptability?
Speaker 2 (01:18):
Oh, that's deep.
Speaker 1 (01:19):
Right, we've all been
there.
Speaker 2 (01:22):
Oh, for sure.
Speaker 1 (01:23):
So, instead of
dwelling on that disappointment,
the prompt encourages us toactually examine what we gained,
okay, what we learned from thatexperience.
Speaker 2 (01:31):
I see.
Speaker 1 (01:32):
Like did we discover
a hidden strength?
Speaker 2 (01:34):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (01:34):
Or maybe develop a
new problem-solving skill.
Speaker 2 (01:36):
You got it.
Speaker 1 (01:37):
It's about finding
those little nuggets of wisdom
that fuel a growth mindset.
Speaker 2 (01:42):
Hmm, that makes sense
.
Speaker 1 (01:43):
So it's like turning
those so-called failures into
data points.
Speaker 2 (01:47):
Yeah, I like that All
right.
Speaker 1 (01:48):
here's another one
that I thought was really
interesting.
Okay, Reflect on how you managefear of failure.
What steps can you take toembrace risks as learning
opportunities?
Speaker 2 (01:58):
I think that's a big
one for a lot of people.
Absolutely especially in aworld that often celebrates
success and shies away fromsetbacks.
Speaker 1 (02:07):
Yeah Right, it's so
easy to get caught up in that
Totally.
But if we can start viewingthose risks as chances to learn,
OK.
And to expand our comfort zones.
It opens up so manypossibilities.
Speaker 2 (02:19):
Definitely.
Speaker 1 (02:20):
And you know, I think
this shift in perspective is
really at the heart of a growthmindset.
Speaker 2 (02:25):
Yeah, it makes sense.
Speaker 1 (02:26):
It's not about being
fearless, but about recognizing
that you know discomfort andsetbacks.
They're actually part of thelearning process.
Speaker 2 (02:33):
You learn from your
mistakes.
Speaker 1 (02:35):
Exactly.
Speaker 2 (02:35):
I like that.
Speaker 1 (02:36):
Okay, ready to move
on to another category.
Speaker 2 (02:38):
Yeah, let's do it All
right.
Speaker 1 (02:39):
So this one is
something I think we all need a
reminder about, okay, especiallywhen we're caught up in that
hustle of chasing those biggoals.
Speaker 2 (02:48):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:48):
Celebrating progress.
Speaker 2 (02:50):
Hmm, I like that.
Speaker 1 (02:51):
It's so easy to get
fixated on the finish line, you
know.
Speaker 2 (02:54):
Right.
Speaker 1 (02:54):
That we forget to
acknowledge all those milestones
along the way.
Speaker 2 (02:57):
It's true, it's true.
Speaker 1 (02:58):
And these prompts can
really help us pause.
Speaker 2 (03:01):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (03:02):
And appreciate how
far we've come.
Speaker 2 (03:05):
I like that.
Speaker 1 (03:05):
So check this one out
.
Okay, reflect on a moment whenyou surprised yourself.
Speaker 2 (03:11):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (03:12):
What does it show
about your potential for growth?
Interesting Right it's allabout uncovering those hidden
talents or abilities that wemight not even realize we have I
see.
And it reminds us that growthisn't always linear or
predictable Right.
Sometimes we discover strengthswe never knew we possessed, and
(03:32):
those moments they can be soempowering.
Speaker 2 (03:35):
For sure.
Speaker 1 (03:36):
I love that.
Speaker 2 (03:37):
Me too.
Speaker 1 (03:37):
Okay, here's another
one that really resonated with
me.
Speaker 2 (03:40):
Okay, what is it?
Speaker 1 (03:41):
Write about how small
, consistent actions have led to
a bigger achievement in yourlife.
Speaker 2 (03:47):
Oh, that's a good one
.
Speaker 1 (03:48):
Right.
Speaker 2 (03:48):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (03:49):
It's all about those
tiny daily habits that
accumulate over time.
Speaker 2 (03:52):
Right right.
Speaker 1 (03:53):
Think about building
a habit like a consistent
exercise.
Speaker 2 (03:56):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (03:57):
It might not seem
like much in the moment, but
over time, Over time.
It can totally transform yourhealth and well-being.
Speaker 2 (04:03):
It's true.
Speaker 1 (04:03):
And this prompt
encourages us to recognize those
small wins that contribute tothe bigger picture.
Speaker 2 (04:10):
Yeah, yeah, I like
that.
Speaker 1 (04:11):
All right Ready for a
category that might require
some deeper introspection.
Speaker 2 (04:16):
Ooh, bring it on.
Speaker 1 (04:17):
Okay, here it is
Overcoming limiting beliefs.
Speaker 2 (04:21):
Oh, okay.
Speaker 1 (04:22):
This is where we face
those pesky negative thoughts.
Speaker 2 (04:25):
Right.
Speaker 1 (04:26):
That hold us back.
Speaker 2 (04:27):
I know those we all
do yeah.
Speaker 1 (04:29):
But the thing is,
these limiting beliefs.
Speaker 2 (04:31):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (04:32):
They're often rooted
in past experiences, you know,
or even societal conditioning.
Speaker 2 (04:37):
Right, exactly.
Speaker 1 (04:38):
And they can be so
powerful, you really can.
But the cool thing is, theseprompts give us a way to examine
those beliefs.
Speaker 2 (04:45):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (04:46):
And challenge their
validity.
Speaker 2 (04:47):
I see, I see.
Speaker 1 (04:48):
So here's one that
really stood out to me.
All right, write about a beliefyou once held that limited you.
Speaker 2 (04:53):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (04:54):
How did you work to
overcome it?
Speaker 2 (04:56):
I like that one.
Speaker 1 (04:57):
Right, it's like a
powerful exercise in
self-awareness, yeah, for sure,and it helps us understand how
our past can shape our present.
Speaker 2 (05:05):
It's true, it's true.
Speaker 1 (05:06):
By reflecting on how
we've overcome limiting beliefs
in the past, we equip ourselveswith the tools and strategies to
tackle the ones that areholding us back today.
Speaker 2 (05:16):
Right, like building
a mental toolkit.
Speaker 1 (05:18):
Exactly Awesome.
Okay, ready for another one.
Speaker 2 (05:20):
Yeah, hit me.
Speaker 1 (05:21):
All right.
This one feels super relevantin today's hyper-connected world
.
Speaker 2 (05:25):
Yeah, I can only
imagine.
Speaker 1 (05:26):
Reflect on how
comparing yourself to others
impacts your growth.
How can you focus on your ownjourney?
Speaker 2 (05:34):
Oh, comparison is the
thief of joy.
It really is, it is.
Speaker 1 (05:37):
And it often
distracts us from our own unique
path.
Speaker 2 (05:40):
You got it.
Speaker 1 (05:48):
So this prompt
encourages us to redirect that
focus inward.
Okay, embrace our ownindividual strengths and goals.
I like that Because, ultimately, growth is a personal journey,
not a competition.
Speaker 2 (05:54):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (05:55):
Okay, let's shift
gears a bit and move on to a
category that's all about takingaction.
Speaker 2 (06:00):
I'm ready.
Speaker 1 (06:01):
Getting goals.
This is where we start puttingthat growth mindset into
practice.
Speaker 2 (06:05):
I see.
Speaker 1 (06:05):
You know, turning
those aspirations into concrete
steps.
Speaker 2 (06:09):
Love it.
Speaker 1 (06:10):
So one prompt asks
reflect on a dream you've had
for a long time.
What steps can you take tostart pursuing it now?
Speaker 2 (06:19):
That's powerful,
right, yeah.
Speaker 1 (06:21):
It's like a call to
action, totally Urging us to
dust off those forgotten dreamsand take that first step.
You got it, no matter how smallLove that.
It's about recognizing thateven the most ambitious dreams
can be realized by breaking themdown into manageable steps.
Speaker 2 (06:38):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (06:39):
And sometimes that
first step is the most important
one.
It is Because it setseverything in motion.
Speaker 2 (06:45):
It's true.
Speaker 1 (06:46):
Okay, here's one that
really resonates with me.
Speaker 2 (06:48):
Okay, tell me.
Speaker 1 (06:49):
Write about a
short-term goal you want to
achieve this week.
Okay, how will it move youcloser to success?
Speaker 2 (06:55):
I like that.
Speaker 1 (06:57):
It's all about
setting those smaller, more
immediate goals to buildmomentum and stay motivated,
Right right.
Sometimes those smaller goalsare the stepping stones to those
bigger, more audacious dreams.
Speaker 2 (07:09):
It's true.
Speaker 1 (07:10):
And by achieving them
we build confidence.
Speaker 2 (07:13):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (07:13):
And prove to
ourselves that we can make
progress.
Speaker 2 (07:15):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (07:16):
Okay, that was a lot.
Speaker 2 (07:17):
It was a lot, but it
was good stuff, I know, right,
yeah.
Speaker 1 (07:19):
But we've only just
scratched the surface.
There's so much more to explore.
Speaker 2 (07:24):
Oh, I can't wait.
Speaker 1 (07:25):
So we'll be right
back after a quick break to dive
even deeper.
Speaker 2 (07:29):
All right, sounds
good.
Welcome back to our deep diveinto growth.
Mindset journal prompts.
Speaker 1 (07:36):
It's amazing how
these prompts can really get you
thinking.
Speaker 2 (07:38):
Right, and we've only
just scratched the surface.
Speaker 1 (07:41):
There's so much more
to uncover.
Speaker 2 (07:43):
Absolutely so much
wisdom packed into these prompts
.
Speaker 1 (07:45):
I'm ready for more.
Where should we head next?
Speaker 2 (07:49):
Let's revisit,
reflecting on challenges.
Speaker 1 (07:51):
Okay, I'm intrigued.
There's one here that I thinkis especially helpful for
relationships.
Speaker 2 (07:59):
Okay, relationships
always a good area to explore.
Right it asks.
Reflect on a difficultconversation you've had.
How did it help you understandyourself or others better?
Speaker 1 (08:06):
You know, difficult
conversations can be so
uncomfortable, but they can alsobe really valuable.
Speaker 2 (08:11):
Exactly this prompt
encourages us to see those tough
talks as chances to grow.
Speaker 1 (08:17):
Instead of just
avoiding them.
Speaker 2 (08:18):
Right, right.
It's like turning thosepotentially negative experiences
into something positive.
Speaker 1 (08:24):
Yeah, I like that.
It's about building strongerconnections.
Speaker 2 (08:27):
Precisely.
Okay, let's switch gears a bit.
I'm following you.
Let's look at celebratingprogress again.
Speaker 1 (08:33):
More celebrating.
I'm in.
Speaker 2 (08:35):
Right.
This one's great Reflect on ahabit you've built over time.
How does it make your lifebetter today?
Speaker 1 (08:42):
Oh, that's a good one
.
I know for me it's easy to getcaught up in building the habit,
but I forget to think about theimpact it has.
Speaker 2 (08:50):
Yeah, it's like we're
so focused on the destination
that we forget to enjoy thejourney.
Speaker 1 (08:54):
Exactly so.
This prompt helps us take amoment to appreciate how far
we've come.
Speaker 2 (08:59):
To savor those small
victories.
It's a good reminder.
Speaker 1 (09:02):
It is Okay, let's
dive back into overcoming
limiting beliefs.
Speaker 2 (09:06):
Ooh, Always a good
challenge.
Speaker 1 (09:09):
Right.
This one is powerful.
Reflect on a fear that has heldyou back.
How can you reframe it as anopportunity?
Speaker 2 (09:17):
Now, that is a good
question.
Fear can be such a hugeobstacle.
Speaker 1 (09:22):
I know right, it can
really hold us back.
Speaker 2 (09:24):
It's like a wall we
build around ourselves.
Speaker 1 (09:26):
So this prompt is
about seeing fear differently.
Speaker 2 (09:29):
Yeah, it's about
reframing those fears as
challenges.
Speaker 1 (09:32):
And opportunities for
growth.
Speaker 2 (09:34):
Exactly.
It's like that sayingeverything you fear is on the
other side of fear.
Speaker 1 (09:37):
I love that.
Okay, here's another one fromthis category.
Reflect on how perfectionismaffects your mindset.
How can you focus on progressinstead of perfection?
Speaker 2 (09:48):
Perfectionism is a
sneaky one.
It can be so hard to let go ofthat need to be perfect.
Speaker 1 (09:51):
It really can.
It's that voice that says it'snot good enough yet.
Speaker 2 (09:54):
Right, but this
prompt reminds us to focus on
the progress we're making.
Speaker 1 (09:58):
It's about embracing
the journey.
Speaker 2 (09:59):
Exactly Okay, let's
move on to setting goals.
Speaker 1 (10:02):
All right, let's talk
action steps.
Speaker 2 (10:16):
Love it Bridging that
gap between where we are and
where we want to be.
Speaker 1 (10:20):
That's so important.
It's easy to set goals based onwhat others expect of us.
Speaker 2 (10:24):
Or what we think we
should be doing.
Speaker 1 (10:27):
Exactly, but this
prompt encourages us to check in
with ourselves.
Speaker 2 (10:30):
To make sure our
goals are truly our own.
Speaker 1 (10:33):
Love it.
Okay, here's one that's allabout breaking things down.
Reflect on a long-term goal.
How can you break it intosmaller, actionable steps?
Speaker 2 (10:42):
That's so helpful.
Big goals can be overwhelming.
Speaker 1 (10:45):
They really can.
It's like staring up at amountain.
Speaker 2 (10:47):
But if we break it
down into smaller steps, it
becomes more manageable.
Speaker 1 (10:51):
And we can start to
see a path forward.
Speaker 2 (10:52):
Like a roadmap to
success.
Okay, ready for our lastcategory.
Speaker 1 (10:56):
Absolutely Lead the
way.
Speaker 2 (10:57):
Let's dive into
embracing continuous learning.
Speaker 1 (11:00):
One of my favorite
topics.
Speaker 2 (11:01):
Mine too.
It's all about nurturing thatcuriosity, expanding our horizon
.
Speaker 1 (11:06):
Lifelong learning.
Speaker 2 (11:07):
Exactly.
There's a prompt here thatcaptures that essence perfectly.
Reflect on the value of askingquestions.
How does seeking knowledge helpyou grow?
Speaker 1 (11:17):
Asking questions is
so important.
It helps us see things fromdifferent perspectives.
Speaker 2 (11:21):
And challenges our
assumptions.
Speaker 1 (11:23):
It's like opening up
to a whole new world of
possibilities.
I love that.
Speaker 2 (11:25):
It's like opening up
to a whole new world of
possibilities.
I love that.
Here's another one.
Reflect on how learning fromothers' experiences can enrich
your own.
What stories have inspired yourjourney?
Speaker 1 (11:36):
Sharing stories is so
powerful.
It's like we can learn fromeach other's mistakes and
successes.
Speaker 2 (11:40):
Yeah, it's like
having a whole network of
mentors and guides.
Speaker 1 (11:43):
Absolutely, and those
stories can spark our own
creativity.
Speaker 2 (11:47):
And inspire us to try
new things.
Speaker 1 (11:49):
We've covered a lot
of ground in this deep dive.
Speaker 2 (11:50):
We have, but there
are still a few more prompts to
uncover, I'm ready for more.
Speaker 1 (11:59):
We'll be back after a
quick break to wrap things up
and we're back for the finalpart of our deep dive into these
Growth Mindset Journal prompts.
Speaker 2 (12:05):
It's been a really
insightful journey so far.
Speaker 1 (12:07):
I know right.
So many great prompts to unpack.
Speaker 2 (12:10):
Absolutely, and we
still have a few more gems to
discover.
Speaker 1 (12:13):
Ooh, I'm ready for
more.
Where should we head next?
Speaker 2 (12:15):
Well, let's circle
back to reflecting on challenges
.
Speaker 1 (12:18):
Okay, I'm all ears.
Speaker 2 (12:20):
There's one here that
really speaks to our modern
world.
Reflect on the role patienceplays in growth.
How do you remind yourself totrust the process?
Speaker 1 (12:32):
Oh, that's such a
good one In our instant
gratification culture.
Speaker 2 (12:35):
Yeah, exactly.
Speaker 1 (12:36):
It's so easy to get
impatient, you know.
Speaker 2 (12:38):
Right, we want
results now.
Speaker 1 (12:40):
But real growth takes
time.
Speaker 2 (12:42):
It does, and
dedication and a whole lot of
patience.
Speaker 1 (12:45):
So this prompt is
like a gentle reminder yeah, to
embrace that journey, to trustthat the seeds we plant today
will blossom in due time.
Speaker 2 (12:54):
Absolutely, even if
we can't see the fruits of our
labor right away.
It's like Rome wasn't built ina day, right?
Exactly, big things, due timeAbsolutely, even if we can't see
the fruits of our labor rightaway.
Speaker 1 (12:58):
It's like Rome wasn't
built in a day right.
Exactly Big things take time.
Speaker 2 (13:01):
And the process
itself is just as valuable as
the outcome.
Speaker 1 (13:05):
I love that.
Okay, here's another one thatcaught my eye.
Speaker 2 (13:07):
All right, let's hear
it.
Speaker 1 (13:09):
Write about a skill
or habit you've been working on.
How has the process ofimproving it changed your
mindset?
Speaker 2 (13:15):
I like that one.
It's about recognizing thosesubtle shifts that happen as we
grow.
Speaker 1 (13:20):
Yeah, like maybe we
started with a fixed mindset,
believing our abilities werelimited.
Speaker 2 (13:25):
Right.
Speaker 1 (13:26):
But through effort
and dedication we start to
embrace that growth mindset.
And those shifts can be sopowerful they really can, all
right, let's head back toovercoming limiting beliefs.
Speaker 2 (13:36):
Okay, always a good
place to revisit.
Speaker 1 (13:38):
This prompt really
hit home for me.
Reflect on a fear of failureyou've experienced.
How can you redefine failure aslearning?
Speaker 2 (13:47):
That's a great
reframing technique.
Speaker 1 (13:49):
Right.
Fear of failure can be soparalyzing.
Speaker 2 (13:52):
It can.
Speaker 1 (13:52):
But what if we saw
those failures as valuable
feedback?
Speaker 2 (13:56):
Exactly, it's all
about perspective.
Speaker 1 (13:57):
It's like those
scientists who do tons of
experiments knowing most won'twork.
Speaker 2 (14:01):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (14:02):
But each one gives
them data for the next
experiment.
Speaker 2 (14:05):
It's about learning
from those experiences, whether
they're successful or not.
Speaker 1 (14:09):
Exactly Okay.
Here's one that encourages usto get out of our comfort zones.
Speaker 2 (14:13):
Ooh, I love those.
Speaker 1 (14:14):
Right about a time
you stepped out of your comfort
zone.
How did it help you buildconfidence?
Speaker 2 (14:19):
That's a good one.
Stepping outside our comfortzones is where the magic happens
.
Speaker 1 (14:22):
Right, it can be
scary, but it's also where we
grow the most.
Speaker 2 (14:26):
It's like stretching
a muscle.
Speaker 1 (14:27):
The more we challenge
ourselves, the stronger and
more resilient we become.
Speaker 2 (14:31):
And the more
confident we become in facing
the unknown.
Speaker 1 (14:34):
I like that yeah.
Speaker 2 (14:38):
Okay, let's move on
to setting goals.
All right, let's talk aboutturning those dreams into
reality.
Speaker 1 (14:41):
Here's one that stood
out to me Reflect on how your
goals align with your personalgrowth.
How do they help you becomeyour best self?
Speaker 2 (14:50):
It's not just about
setting any goal right.
Speaker 1 (14:52):
Nope.
Speaker 2 (14:52):
It's about setting
goals that are aligned with who
we want to be.
Speaker 1 (14:56):
With our values and
aspirations Exactly.
Speaker 2 (14:57):
It's about making
sure our are aligned with who we
want to be, with our values andaspirations Exactly.
It's about making sure ourgoals have a deeper purpose.
Speaker 1 (15:01):
I love that.
Okay, here's a prompt thatreminds us to take care of
ourselves.
Speaker 2 (15:05):
Self-care is so
important.
Speaker 1 (15:07):
Write about how you
balance ambition with self-care.
How does rest support yourability to grow?
Speaker 2 (15:13):
It's so easy to get
caught up in the hustle and
forget to rest.
Speaker 1 (15:16):
It's true, but we
can't pour from an empty cup,
right?
Speaker 2 (15:22):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (15:22):
We need to replenish
our energy to keep growing.
Okay, let's finish up withembracing continuous learning.
Speaker 2 (15:25):
All right, I'm ready
to learn something new.
Speaker 1 (15:27):
Here's a prompt that
invites us to think about the
power of learning.
Reflect on a book course orexperience that inspired growth.
What did it teach you aboutyourself?
Speaker 2 (15:39):
Those aha moments can
be so transformative.
Speaker 1 (15:42):
They really can.
It's what keeps us curious andeager to learn more.
Speaker 2 (15:46):
Absolutely.
And lastly, we have a promptthat reflects on the power of
journaling itself.
Speaker 1 (15:51):
Oh, this whole deep
dive has been a testament to
that.
Speaker 2 (15:54):
Right Reflect on how
journaling itself fosters
learning.
How does it help you understandyour journey more deeply?
It's like having a conversationwith ourselves, a safe space to
process our thoughts andexperiences.
Speaker 1 (16:05):
And to track our
growth over time.
Speaker 2 (16:07):
Well, we've reached
the end of our exploration of
these 50 growth mindset journalprompts.
Speaker 1 (16:11):
I hope you've enjoyed
this deep dive as much as I
have.
Speaker 2 (16:14):
And remember even the
smallest actions taken
consistently can lead to bigchanges.
Speaker 1 (16:19):
So grab your journal,
choose a prompt that speaks to
you and start writing.
Speaker 2 (16:23):
Until next time,
happy journaling.