November 21, 2024 • 10 mins
50 Ptsd Journal Prompts
Can journaling really be the key to healing from PTSD? Discover how insightful prompts from Listallion's blog can guide your journey towards processing trauma and finding peace. This episode dives deep into the nuanced world of journaling as a therapeutic tool, unraveling themes like exploring emotions, understanding triggers, and developing coping strategies. We emphasize how acknowledging and naming emotions can foster a reconnection to positivity, leading you down a path of long-term healing. Learn how crafting a personal roadmap through writing can help build hope, recognize progress, and empower you to envision a future unmarred by PTSD's grip.
Beyond the pages of your journal, the power of community and compassion plays a crucial role in the healing process. We discuss the importance of connecting with supportive networks, whether through support groups, Listallion’s blog, or trauma-specialized therapists. Small steps in writing can catalyze significant strides in recovery, and we highlight how kindness towards oneself can be transformative. Join us as we explore how journaling, coupled with support, can turn vulnerability into strength and spark transformative growth on your recovery journey.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Hey, everyone, welcome back, Ready for another
deep dive.
Speaker 2 (00:03):
Definitely.
Speaker 1 (00:04):
Today we're tackling PTSD journal prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:07):
Ooh, interesting.
Speaker 1 (00:08):
Yeah, we're using a blog post from Listallion as our
guide.
Speaker 2 (00:11):
Oh, Listallion.
Speaker 1 (00:12):
Yeah, they're known for their journals, but their
blog is full of amazingresources too, and these prompts
are seriously insightful.
Speaker 2 (00:19):
Yeah, I've seen some of their stuff.
They're great.
Speaker 1 (00:22):
Yeah, so what's really cool is how they've
organized these prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:25):
Okay, how so?
Speaker 1 (00:26):
Well, they've broken them down into these theme
sections, like exploringemotions, understanding your
triggers, finding copingstrategies and then focusing on
healing and recovery andself-empowerment.
Speaker 2 (00:38):
Wow, it's like a whole roadmap for processing
trauma through journaling.
That's really cool.
Speaker 1 (00:42):
Exactly.
It gives you this structuredapproach, which can be super
helpful when you're dealing withPTSD.
Speaker 2 (00:47):
Right, because PTSD can feel so overwhelming and
chaotic sometimes.
Speaker 1 (00:52):
Totally so.
Let's start with that firstsection, exploring emotions.
Speaker 2 (00:56):
Okay, yeah, that seems like a good foundation.
Speaker 1 (00:58):
Yeah, Because you know, when you're dealing with
PTSD, your emotions can be allover the place.
Speaker 2 (01:02):
Absolutely.
It's like this whirlwind ofintense feelings, or sometimes
even feeling numb.
Speaker 1 (01:07):
Yeah, exactly, and these prompts, they really help
you tune in to those emotionsand start to make sense of them.
Speaker 2 (01:13):
It's so important to understand what you're feeling,
right To be able to name it andprocess it.
Speaker 1 (01:18):
Absolutely.
There's this one prompt that Ithought was really powerful.
It says right about a time youfelt safe and calm.
What were you doing?
Who are you with?
How can you recreate thisfeeling more often?
Speaker 2 (01:30):
Hmm, that's a good one.
Speaker 1 (01:32):
Yeah, it's like capturing those moments of peace
so you can find your way backto them when things get tough.
Speaker 2 (01:37):
I love that because with PTSD it's easy to get so
focused on the negative, thefear, the anxiety, but that
prompt reminds you that thosepositive emotions like safety
and calmness are still there.
Speaker 1 (01:50):
Right, it's like building a bridge back to those
feelings.
Speaker 2 (01:52):
Exactly and by intentionally recreating those
moments, you're actuallyrewiring your brain to
experience those positivefeelings more often.
Speaker 1 (02:00):
It's pretty amazing it is, and you know what I also
appreciate.
They encourage you to explorethe difficult emotions too.
Speaker 2 (02:06):
Oh yeah, that's important.
Speaker 1 (02:08):
Yeah, like there's a prompt that says write about an
emotion you find difficult toexpress.
Because, let's be real,Sometimes those feelings get
bottled up and that's wherethings can get really messy.
Speaker 2 (02:18):
Totally.
Journaling gives you that safespace to acknowledge those
feelings without judgment.
Journaling gives you that safespace to acknowledge those
feelings without judgment.
You know you can write aboutyour anger, sadness, guilt,
shame, whatever it is, withoutworrying about what other people
might think Right, it's justfor you.
Yeah, and sometimes justputting those emotions into
words can be incrediblyreleasing, like a weight lifted
(02:39):
off your shoulders.
Speaker 1 (02:40):
Definitely OK.
So we've talked about gettingin touch with our emotions.
Speaker 2 (02:44):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:44):
But what about those triggers that can kind of hijack
those feelings?
Speaker 2 (02:48):
Ugh yeah, triggers, they can be so tough.
Speaker 1 (02:51):
Right, that's where the next section, understanding
triggers, comes in, and theseprompts they really dive deep
into how triggers work.
Speaker 2 (02:58):
So it's not just about identifying them, but
really understanding them.
Speaker 1 (03:01):
Exactly Like one prompt asks describe a situation
where you felt out of controldue to a trigger.
What happened and how did youcope afterward?
Speaker 2 (03:11):
That's interesting.
It's like you become adetective of your own experience
.
Speaker 1 (03:14):
I love that analogy.
It's about figuring out thepatterns and then, you know,
figuring out how to navigatethem.
Speaker 2 (03:19):
And that's where journaling is so powerful.
By writing about your triggers,you're essentially creating a
map of what sets them off, andthat awareness is the first step
toward taking back control.
Speaker 1 (03:30):
It's like you said before creating that roadmap.
Speaker 2 (03:32):
Exactly.
There's another prompt that Ithink is really key too Reflect
on how triggers have changedover time.
Speaker 1 (03:39):
Oh, interesting, how so.
Speaker 2 (03:41):
Well, it shows you that healing is possible.
Those triggers might notdisappear completely, but their
intensity can lessen and you canget better at managing them.
Speaker 1 (03:50):
So it's not about, you know being cured, but about
progress.
Speaker 2 (03:54):
Exactly, it's a journey, not a destination.
Speaker 1 (03:56):
I love that.
It's like you're creating thisguidebook for yourself, showing
yourself that you're not stuckin that same reactive loop
forever.
Speaker 2 (04:03):
You got it.
And that brings us to the nextsection coping strategies.
This is where things start tofeel really empowering, wouldn't
you say?
Speaker 1 (04:12):
Oh, yeah, definitely.
Speaker 2 (04:13):
So we've explored emotions, we've tackled those
pesky triggers and we've evenstarted to build some coping
strategies.
Speaker 1 (04:19):
Yeah, it feels like we're really getting somewhere.
Speaker 2 (04:21):
Right.
So now let's shift our focus tothe bigger picture healing and
recovery.
Speaker 1 (04:26):
Okay, yeah, that makes sense.
It's not just about managingsymptoms in the moment, right.
Speaker 2 (04:30):
Exactly, it's about that long-term journey of
healing from trauma.
Speaker 1 (04:34):
And that's where I think, hope comes in, doesn't it
?
Because when you're strugglingwith PTSD, it can be hard to
imagine a future where itdoesn't have such a hold on you.
Speaker 2 (04:43):
Absolutely.
Hope is so essential forhealing.
It's that belief that thingscan get better that you can
reclaim your life find joy again.
Yeah, it's like that light atthe end of the tunnel, and one
of the prompts in this sectionreally captures that beautifully
.
Write about a time when youfelt a sense of hope.
What inspired you and how didit affect your outlook on
recovery.
Speaker 1 (05:03):
Oh, I like that one.
It's like seeking out thoseglimmers of light even in the
darkest moments.
Speaker 2 (05:08):
Exactly.
It's about recognizing thosemoments, those shifts, when you
feel a sense of possibility.
Speaker 1 (05:14):
Like, what kinds of things?
Speaker 2 (05:15):
Well, maybe it's connecting with someone who
truly gets what you're goingthrough, or finally achieving a
goal you thought was impossible.
Speaker 1 (05:22):
Yeah, I can see how those moments could be really
powerful.
Speaker 2 (05:25):
They can be fuel for that hope, that motivation to
keep moving forward.
Speaker 1 (05:30):
It makes me think about resilience too, you know,
that ability to bounce back, tokeep going even when it's tough.
Speaker 2 (05:36):
Resilience is huge and it's something that can be
cultivated through journaling.
There's a prompt here Reflecton a time when you overcame a
challenge Interesting.
It encourages you to look backand see how far you've come, how
you've navigated those toughsituations in the past.
Speaker 1 (05:54):
Yeah, to remind yourself that you've got this.
Speaker 2 (05:56):
Exactly.
You've done it before.
You can do it again.
Speaking of empowerment, thatleads us perfectly to the last
section self-compassion andempowerment.
Speaker 1 (06:04):
Ah yes, this feels especially important because,
well, PTSD can really knock downyour self-worth.
Speaker 2 (06:11):
You're so right Trauma can chip away at how you
see yourself.
Speaker 1 (06:15):
Yeah, for sure.
Speaker 2 (06:16):
So this section is all about rebuilding that
self-compassion, recognizingyour own strength.
Speaker 1 (06:22):
I love that, like giving yourself permission to be
human.
Speaker 2 (06:25):
Exactly.
It's about treating yourselfwith the same kindness and
understanding that you wouldoffer to a friend.
Speaker 1 (06:31):
Okay, so what are some of the prompts in this
section?
Speaker 2 (06:33):
Well, there's one that says right about a time you
practice self-compassion, whatdid you do to be kind to
yourself, and how did it feel?
Speaker 1 (06:41):
That's a good one.
So often we're our own worstcritics.
Speaker 2 (06:44):
Right.
And then another one that Ifind really powerful is describe
a small victory you've had inmanaging your PTSD.
What happened and how did itmake you feel?
Speaker 1 (06:55):
I love that it's so easy to focus on the big picture
and forget to celebrate thoselittle wins.
Speaker 2 (07:00):
Totally.
But those small victories, theybuild momentum Absolutely.
Maybe it's something as simpleas getting out of bed and taking
a shower when you feeloverwhelmed, or using a coping
skill to navigate a trigger.
Yeah, those are big wins, andacknowledging them can really
shift your whole perspective.
Those are big wins andacknowledging them can really
shift your whole perspective.
It shows you that you're makingprogress, that you're capable
(07:20):
of taking care of yourself, evenwith PTSD.
Speaker 1 (07:23):
Wow, we've really covered a lot of ground today we
have it's amazing howLestallion has put together
these prompts.
Speaker 2 (07:28):
Yeah, they're really well thought out.
Speaker 1 (07:30):
It's like they've thought of every angle of PTSD
and how journaling can help.
Speaker 2 (07:34):
Absolutely.
It shows how multifacetedhealing really is.
Speaker 1 (07:38):
Right.
It's not just about managingsymptoms.
It's about understandingyourself, becoming more
resilient.
Speaker 2 (07:44):
And ultimately, taking back your life.
Speaker 1 (07:47):
You know, it really feels like these prompts could
be the starting point for anyonewho wants to use journaling for
PTSD.
Speaker 2 (07:53):
Oh for sure.
And the act of writing itselfcan be so therapeutic.
Speaker 1 (07:57):
How so.
Speaker 2 (07:58):
Well, it helps to organize your thoughts, process
those tough emotions.
Speaker 1 (08:02):
Makes sense.
Speaker 2 (08:03):
And even rewire your brain in a way that helps with
healing.
Speaker 1 (08:06):
So it's not just about getting things off your
chest.
It's actually changing how youthink and feel.
Speaker 2 (08:11):
Exactly, and when you apply that to the challenges of
PTSD, the benefits can beincredible.
Speaker 1 (08:16):
It's like giving yourself a safe space to unpack
everything.
Speaker 2 (08:19):
Right All those things you might not feel
comfortable sharing with others.
Speaker 1 (08:22):
And in that space you can start to understand your
experiences and find ways tomove forward.
Speaker 2 (08:28):
That's the key, and you know, what I appreciate
about these prompts is thatthey're not just about dwelling
on the past.
Speaker 1 (08:34):
Okay, what do you mean?
Speaker 2 (08:35):
Well, they encourage reflection, yes, but they also
nudge you towards action.
Speaker 1 (08:41):
So it's about taking those insights and using them to
make positive changes.
Speaker 2 (08:45):
Exactly creating a better present and future for
yourself.
Speaker 1 (08:49):
So for our listener who's been with us on this deep
dive, what's the one thing youreally want them to remember?
Speaker 2 (08:55):
Hmm, I'd say this Be curious about your own
experience.
Don't shy away from thosedifficult emotions.
Speaker 1 (09:02):
It's about facing them head on.
Speaker 2 (09:04):
Exactly Understand your triggers.
Try different coping strategies.
See what works for you.
Speaker 1 (09:09):
No two people are the same right.
Speaker 2 (09:11):
Right and remember.
There's no right or wrong wayto journal.
It's your personal journey.
Speaker 1 (09:16):
Find what works for you and use it as a tool to help
you heal.
If you're feeling inspired tostart journaling, definitely
check out Lestallion's blog.
It's a great place to start.
Speaker 2 (09:26):
There are tons of other resources out there too
Books, websites, therapists whospecialize in trauma.
Speaker 1 (09:32):
Oh yeah, and don't forget about support groups.
Speaker 2 (09:34):
Right.
Connecting with others whounderstand can make a world of
difference.
Speaker 1 (09:38):
This has been such a powerful conversation.
I really encourage you to givejournaling a try.
Speaker 2 (09:42):
It's an amazing tool for healing and self-discovery.
Speaker 1 (09:46):
It's a way to connect with yourself, process what
you've been through andultimately move forward on your
journey of recovery.
And remember, even small stepsforward can make a huge
difference.
Speaker 2 (09:56):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (09:56):
Be kind to yourself, celebrate your progress and
never give up hope.
Speaker 2 (10:01):
You're stronger than you think.
Speaker 1 (10:03):
Thanks for joining us on this deep dive.
Speaker 2 (10:05):
Until next time.
Hey, everyone, welcome back, Ready for another
deep dive.
Speaker 2 (00:03):
Definitely.
Speaker 1 (00:04):
Today we're tackling PTSD journal prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:07):
Ooh, interesting.
Speaker 1 (00:08):
Yeah, we're using a blog post from Listallion as our
guide.
Speaker 2 (00:11):
Oh, Listallion.
Speaker 1 (00:12):
Yeah, they're known for their journals, but their
blog is full of amazingresources too, and these prompts
are seriously insightful.
Speaker 2 (00:19):
Yeah, I've seen some of their stuff.
They're great.
Speaker 1 (00:22):
Yeah, so what's really cool is how they've
organized these prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:25):
Okay, how so?
Speaker 1 (00:26):
Well, they've broken them down into these theme
sections, like exploringemotions, understanding your
triggers, finding copingstrategies and then focusing on
healing and recovery andself-empowerment.
Speaker 2 (00:38):
Wow, it's like a whole roadmap for processing
trauma through journaling.
That's really cool.
Speaker 1 (00:42):
Exactly.
It gives you this structuredapproach, which can be super
helpful when you're dealing withPTSD.
Speaker 2 (00:47):
Right, because PTSD can feel so overwhelming and
chaotic sometimes.
Speaker 1 (00:52):
Totally so.
Let's start with that firstsection, exploring emotions.
Speaker 2 (00:56):
Okay, yeah, that seems like a good foundation.
Speaker 1 (00:58):
Yeah, Because you know, when you're dealing with
PTSD, your emotions can be allover the place.
Speaker 2 (01:02):
Absolutely.
It's like this whirlwind ofintense feelings, or sometimes
even feeling numb.
Speaker 1 (01:07):
Yeah, exactly, and these prompts, they really help
you tune in to those emotionsand start to make sense of them.
Speaker 2 (01:13):
It's so important to understand what you're feeling,
right To be able to name it andprocess it.
Speaker 1 (01:18):
Absolutely.
There's this one prompt that Ithought was really powerful.
It says right about a time youfelt safe and calm.
What were you doing?
Who are you with?
How can you recreate thisfeeling more often?
Speaker 2 (01:30):
Hmm, that's a good one.
Speaker 1 (01:32):
Yeah, it's like capturing those moments of peace
so you can find your way backto them when things get tough.
Speaker 2 (01:37):
I love that because with PTSD it's easy to get so
focused on the negative, thefear, the anxiety, but that
prompt reminds you that thosepositive emotions like safety
and calmness are still there.
Speaker 1 (01:50):
Right, it's like building a bridge back to those
feelings.
Speaker 2 (01:52):
Exactly and by intentionally recreating those
moments, you're actuallyrewiring your brain to
experience those positivefeelings more often.
Speaker 1 (02:00):
It's pretty amazing it is, and you know what I also
appreciate.
They encourage you to explorethe difficult emotions too.
Speaker 2 (02:06):
Oh yeah, that's important.
Speaker 1 (02:08):
Yeah, like there's a prompt that says write about an
emotion you find difficult toexpress.
Because, let's be real,Sometimes those feelings get
bottled up and that's wherethings can get really messy.
Speaker 2 (02:18):
Totally.
Journaling gives you that safespace to acknowledge those
feelings without judgment.
Journaling gives you that safespace to acknowledge those
feelings without judgment.
You know you can write aboutyour anger, sadness, guilt,
shame, whatever it is, withoutworrying about what other people
might think Right, it's justfor you.
Yeah, and sometimes justputting those emotions into
words can be incrediblyreleasing, like a weight lifted
(02:39):
off your shoulders.
Speaker 1 (02:40):
Definitely OK.
So we've talked about gettingin touch with our emotions.
Speaker 2 (02:44):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:44):
But what about those triggers that can kind of hijack
those feelings?
Speaker 2 (02:48):
Ugh yeah, triggers, they can be so tough.
Speaker 1 (02:51):
Right, that's where the next section, understanding
triggers, comes in, and theseprompts they really dive deep
into how triggers work.
Speaker 2 (02:58):
So it's not just about identifying them, but
really understanding them.
Speaker 1 (03:01):
Exactly Like one prompt asks describe a situation
where you felt out of controldue to a trigger.
What happened and how did youcope afterward?
Speaker 2 (03:11):
That's interesting.
It's like you become adetective of your own experience
.
Speaker 1 (03:14):
I love that analogy.
It's about figuring out thepatterns and then, you know,
figuring out how to navigatethem.
Speaker 2 (03:19):
And that's where journaling is so powerful.
By writing about your triggers,you're essentially creating a
map of what sets them off, andthat awareness is the first step
toward taking back control.
Speaker 1 (03:30):
It's like you said before creating that roadmap.
Speaker 2 (03:32):
Exactly.
There's another prompt that Ithink is really key too Reflect
on how triggers have changedover time.
Speaker 1 (03:39):
Oh, interesting, how so.
Speaker 2 (03:41):
Well, it shows you that healing is possible.
Those triggers might notdisappear completely, but their
intensity can lessen and you canget better at managing them.
Speaker 1 (03:50):
So it's not about, you know being cured, but about
progress.
Speaker 2 (03:54):
Exactly, it's a journey, not a destination.
Speaker 1 (03:56):
I love that.
It's like you're creating thisguidebook for yourself, showing
yourself that you're not stuckin that same reactive loop
forever.
Speaker 2 (04:03):
You got it.
And that brings us to the nextsection coping strategies.
This is where things start tofeel really empowering, wouldn't
you say?
Speaker 1 (04:12):
Oh, yeah, definitely.
Speaker 2 (04:13):
So we've explored emotions, we've tackled those
pesky triggers and we've evenstarted to build some coping
strategies.
Speaker 1 (04:19):
Yeah, it feels like we're really getting somewhere.
Speaker 2 (04:21):
Right.
So now let's shift our focus tothe bigger picture healing and
recovery.
Speaker 1 (04:26):
Okay, yeah, that makes sense.
It's not just about managingsymptoms in the moment, right.
Speaker 2 (04:30):
Exactly, it's about that long-term journey of
healing from trauma.
Speaker 1 (04:34):
And that's where I think, hope comes in, doesn't it
?
Because when you're strugglingwith PTSD, it can be hard to
imagine a future where itdoesn't have such a hold on you.
Speaker 2 (04:43):
Absolutely.
Hope is so essential forhealing.
It's that belief that thingscan get better that you can
reclaim your life find joy again.
Yeah, it's like that light atthe end of the tunnel, and one
of the prompts in this sectionreally captures that beautifully
.
Write about a time when youfelt a sense of hope.
What inspired you and how didit affect your outlook on
recovery.
Speaker 1 (05:03):
Oh, I like that one.
It's like seeking out thoseglimmers of light even in the
darkest moments.
Speaker 2 (05:08):
Exactly.
It's about recognizing thosemoments, those shifts, when you
feel a sense of possibility.
Speaker 1 (05:14):
Like, what kinds of things?
Speaker 2 (05:15):
Well, maybe it's connecting with someone who
truly gets what you're goingthrough, or finally achieving a
goal you thought was impossible.
Speaker 1 (05:22):
Yeah, I can see how those moments could be really
powerful.
Speaker 2 (05:25):
They can be fuel for that hope, that motivation to
keep moving forward.
Speaker 1 (05:30):
It makes me think about resilience too, you know,
that ability to bounce back, tokeep going even when it's tough.
Speaker 2 (05:36):
Resilience is huge and it's something that can be
cultivated through journaling.
There's a prompt here Reflecton a time when you overcame a
challenge Interesting.
It encourages you to look backand see how far you've come, how
you've navigated those toughsituations in the past.
Speaker 1 (05:54):
Yeah, to remind yourself that you've got this.
Speaker 2 (05:56):
Exactly.
You've done it before.
You can do it again.
Speaking of empowerment, thatleads us perfectly to the last
section self-compassion andempowerment.
Speaker 1 (06:04):
Ah yes, this feels especially important because,
well, PTSD can really knock downyour self-worth.
Speaker 2 (06:11):
You're so right Trauma can chip away at how you
see yourself.
Speaker 1 (06:15):
Yeah, for sure.
Speaker 2 (06:16):
So this section is all about rebuilding that
self-compassion, recognizingyour own strength.
Speaker 1 (06:22):
I love that, like giving yourself permission to be
human.
Speaker 2 (06:25):
Exactly.
It's about treating yourselfwith the same kindness and
understanding that you wouldoffer to a friend.
Speaker 1 (06:31):
Okay, so what are some of the prompts in this
section?
Speaker 2 (06:33):
Well, there's one that says right about a time you
practice self-compassion, whatdid you do to be kind to
yourself, and how did it feel?
Speaker 1 (06:41):
That's a good one.
So often we're our own worstcritics.
Speaker 2 (06:44):
Right.
And then another one that Ifind really powerful is describe
a small victory you've had inmanaging your PTSD.
What happened and how did itmake you feel?
Speaker 1 (06:55):
I love that it's so easy to focus on the big picture
and forget to celebrate thoselittle wins.
Speaker 2 (07:00):
Totally.
But those small victories, theybuild momentum Absolutely.
Maybe it's something as simpleas getting out of bed and taking
a shower when you feeloverwhelmed, or using a coping
skill to navigate a trigger.
Yeah, those are big wins, andacknowledging them can really
shift your whole perspective.
Those are big wins andacknowledging them can really
shift your whole perspective.
It shows you that you're makingprogress, that you're capable
(07:20):
of taking care of yourself, evenwith PTSD.
Speaker 1 (07:23):
Wow, we've really covered a lot of ground today we
have it's amazing howLestallion has put together
these prompts.
Speaker 2 (07:28):
Yeah, they're really well thought out.
Speaker 1 (07:30):
It's like they've thought of every angle of PTSD
and how journaling can help.
Speaker 2 (07:34):
Absolutely.
It shows how multifacetedhealing really is.
Speaker 1 (07:38):
Right.
It's not just about managingsymptoms.
It's about understandingyourself, becoming more
resilient.
Speaker 2 (07:44):
And ultimately, taking back your life.
Speaker 1 (07:47):
You know, it really feels like these prompts could
be the starting point for anyonewho wants to use journaling for
PTSD.
Speaker 2 (07:53):
Oh for sure.
And the act of writing itselfcan be so therapeutic.
Speaker 1 (07:57):
How so.
Speaker 2 (07:58):
Well, it helps to organize your thoughts, process
those tough emotions.
Speaker 1 (08:02):
Makes sense.
Speaker 2 (08:03):
And even rewire your brain in a way that helps with
healing.
Speaker 1 (08:06):
So it's not just about getting things off your
chest.
It's actually changing how youthink and feel.
Speaker 2 (08:11):
Exactly, and when you apply that to the challenges of
PTSD, the benefits can beincredible.
Speaker 1 (08:16):
It's like giving yourself a safe space to unpack
everything.
Speaker 2 (08:19):
Right All those things you might not feel
comfortable sharing with others.
Speaker 1 (08:22):
And in that space you can start to understand your
experiences and find ways tomove forward.
Speaker 2 (08:28):
That's the key, and you know, what I appreciate
about these prompts is thatthey're not just about dwelling
on the past.
Speaker 1 (08:34):
Okay, what do you mean?
Speaker 2 (08:35):
Well, they encourage reflection, yes, but they also
nudge you towards action.
Speaker 1 (08:41):
So it's about taking those insights and using them to
make positive changes.
Speaker 2 (08:45):
Exactly creating a better present and future for
yourself.
Speaker 1 (08:49):
So for our listener who's been with us on this deep
dive, what's the one thing youreally want them to remember?
Speaker 2 (08:55):
Hmm, I'd say this Be curious about your own
experience.
Don't shy away from thosedifficult emotions.
Speaker 1 (09:02):
It's about facing them head on.
Speaker 2 (09:04):
Exactly Understand your triggers.
Try different coping strategies.
See what works for you.
Speaker 1 (09:09):
No two people are the same right.
Speaker 2 (09:11):
Right and remember.
There's no right or wrong wayto journal.
It's your personal journey.
Speaker 1 (09:16):
Find what works for you and use it as a tool to help
you heal.
If you're feeling inspired tostart journaling, definitely
check out Lestallion's blog.
It's a great place to start.
Speaker 2 (09:26):
There are tons of other resources out there too
Books, websites, therapists whospecialize in trauma.
Speaker 1 (09:32):
Oh yeah, and don't forget about support groups.
Speaker 2 (09:34):
Right.
Connecting with others whounderstand can make a world of
difference.
Speaker 1 (09:38):
This has been such a powerful conversation.
I really encourage you to givejournaling a try.
Speaker 2 (09:42):
It's an amazing tool for healing and self-discovery.
Speaker 1 (09:46):
It's a way to connect with yourself, process what
you've been through andultimately move forward on your
journey of recovery.
And remember, even small stepsforward can make a huge
difference.
Speaker 2 (09:56):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (09:56):
Be kind to yourself, celebrate your progress and
never give up hope.
Speaker 2 (10:01):
You're stronger than you think.
Speaker 1 (10:03):
Thanks for joining us on this deep dive.
Speaker 2 (10:05):
Until next time.
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