January 10, 2025 • 10 mins
50 Short Journal Prompts
Unlock the secrets of meaningful self-reflection with micro-journaling in our latest episode inspired by Lestallion's 50 short journal prompts. Have you ever considered how a brief moment of introspection each day can transform your life? We promise you'll walk away with practical insights on integrating journaling into even the busiest of schedules. By exploring categories like morning reflections, evening gratitude, and daily goals, we delve into how these prompts can serve as a powerful roadmap for personal growth and mindfulness. Our discussion highlights the benefits of Lestallion's journaling ecosystem, where prompts, journals, and articles blend to foster a lifestyle of intentional growth and self-connection.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Welcome back everyone .
We're diving into something alittle different today.
Oh Journal prompts Okay, butnot just any prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:06):
Right.
Speaker 1 (00:06):
Super short ones.
Speaker 2 (00:07):
I like the sound of that already.
Speaker 1 (00:09):
We're looking at 50 short journal prompts from
Lestallion.
They're all about journaling,Like that's their whole thing.
Speaker 2 (00:15):
Yeah, they make journals.
They've got a blog, all that.
Speaker 1 (00:18):
Exactly, and this article came out just recently,
december 8th oh so it's fresh,fresh off the presses and you
know, I think a lot of peopleare interested in journaling.
It could be a lot right.
It can be really intimidating,like where do you even start and
who has the time?
Exactly so that's whatintrigued me about this.
Speaker 2 (00:36):
Short prompts.
Speaker 1 (00:37):
Yeah, they're bite-sized perfect for busy
folks who still want to squeezein some introspection.
Speaker 2 (00:44):
Makes sense.
You know, even just a couple ofminutes can make a difference.
There's actually research onthat.
Speaker 1 (00:49):
Oh really.
Speaker 2 (00:49):
Yeah, they call it micro-journaling.
Turns out it can be just aseffective as those long
journaling sessions.
Speaker 1 (00:56):
Hmm, interesting.
So maybe it's not about thequantity but the quality of what
you're reflecting on.
The prompts themselves yeah,the prompts and Lestallion.
They break these 50 promptsdown into categories like
morning reflections, eveninggratitude.
Speaker 2 (01:09):
So it's like a roadmap for your day.
Speaker 1 (01:11):
Kind of yeah yeah, like little check-ins with
yourself throughout the day.
Guided by these prompts,Exactly the author of the
article, clara Penrose.
She's all about making thosesmall moments of reflection part
of your routine.
Speaker 2 (01:22):
I like that.
Speaker 1 (01:25):
So are you ready to dive into some of these prompts
and see what they're all about?
Speaker 2 (01:27):
Let's do it.
Speaker 1 (01:28):
All right, give me a good one, one that really stood
out to you.
Speaker 2 (01:30):
Okay, let me see how.
About this?
What is one thing you want tolet go of?
Speaker 1 (01:36):
Ooh, that's good.
Speaker 2 (01:39):
How can you release it, even just for today?
It's powerful right, like weall carry around so much baggage
.
It's about intentionality,duesing to let go, even if it's
just for a day.
Speaker 1 (01:49):
I like that, but honestly some of these prompts
seem a little generic.
You know, like, how do you makethem personal?
Speaker 2 (01:55):
That's a great point.
Not every prompt is going toresonate with everyone.
Speaker 1 (01:59):
Right.
Speaker 2 (02:00):
And some might need a little tweaking.
The key is to use them as astarting point.
Speaker 1 (02:05):
Okay, so it's not like a strict rule book.
Speaker 2 (02:07):
No, not at all.
Speaker 1 (02:11):
Maybe you change the wording a bit to make it more
you or you use the prompt tokickstart a longer reflection.
Speaker 2 (02:15):
Exactly, it's all about finding what works for you
.
There's no right or wrong wayto journal.
I like that.
Speaker 1 (02:21):
So it's less about filling pages and more about
having a conversation withyourself.
Speaker 2 (02:25):
Yeah, a meaningful dialogue.
Speaker 1 (02:26):
And these prompts are like guides, helping you go
deeper.
Speaker 2 (02:29):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (02:30):
Okay, let's look at some more specific examples.
What about those morningreflection prompts?
What are those like?
Speaker 2 (02:37):
Let's see, there's this one Describe your ideal
morning.
Speaker 1 (02:41):
Ooh, I like that.
Speaker 2 (02:43):
What would make it special and how can you bring
some of that into today?
Speaker 1 (02:46):
Oh, that's good, Like setting the tone for the day.
Speaker 2 (02:49):
Right, it's all about intentionality.
Speaker 1 (02:51):
You know I used to think all this mindfulness stuff
was a bunch of hooey, but Itried a gratitude practice in
the mornings and honestly itreally helped.
Speaker 2 (02:59):
Really.
Speaker 1 (02:59):
Yeah, it shifted my whole mood.
Speaker 2 (03:00):
See, it's this little change they can have a ripple
effect Totally.
Speaker 1 (03:04):
And speaking of gratitude, didn't you say
there's a whole gratitude andjoy category?
Speaker 2 (03:08):
I did.
Speaker 1 (03:09):
Okay, give me the good stuff.
What are some of your favorites?
Speaker 2 (03:11):
Let's see.
This one always makes me smile.
Write about a memory thatalways makes you laugh.
Speaker 1 (03:17):
Oh, I love that.
Speaker 2 (03:18):
What happened and why is it so funny to you?
Speaker 1 (03:21):
Sometimes you just need that little reminder of joy
.
Speaker 2 (03:24):
It's like an instant mood booster.
Speaker 1 (03:26):
Totally, and it reminds you of the good things
in your life, you know.
Speaker 2 (03:30):
Exactly, it cultivates that sense of
appreciation.
And there's another one hereabout kindness.
Speaker 1 (03:35):
Ooh, tell me about it .
Speaker 2 (03:37):
It says reflect on how someone has shown you
kindness.
Okay, how did it make you feeland how can you pass it on?
Speaker 1 (03:45):
I like that.
Kindness is contagious.
Speaker 2 (03:47):
It is.
It's about recognizing thoseacts and letting them inspire us
.
Speaker 1 (03:51):
So we've got prompts about letting go gratitude,
intentionality.
What else is there?
Speaker 2 (03:57):
Well, we've got a category called daily goals and
intentions.
That's a good one.
Oh, tell me more about that.
One prompt is super simpleWrite about one thing you'd like
to focus on today.
Speaker 1 (04:09):
Okay, so narrowing it down.
Speaker 2 (04:10):
Exactly Choosing where to direct your energy.
Speaker 1 (04:13):
I need that in my life.
Yeah, I always feel like I'mtrying to do a million things at
once.
Speaker 2 (04:17):
Right, it's about prioritizing.
Speaker 1 (04:19):
Creating clarity.
Speaker 2 (04:20):
And it ties into that idea of micro-journaling.
One small goal.
Speaker 1 (04:29):
So even if I don't get everything done, I can still
feel good about accomplishingthat one thing Exactly.
Speaker 2 (04:31):
It's about those little victories.
Speaker 1 (04:32):
The little wins.
They keep you going, you know.
Before we jump into moreprompts, I'm curious about
Lestallion themselves, Likewhat's your take on them?
Speaker 2 (04:40):
Well, I think it's really interesting what they're
doing.
Speaker 1 (04:42):
How so.
Speaker 2 (04:43):
They're building a whole journaling ecosystem.
It's not just prompts, it'sjournals, articles.
Speaker 1 (04:48):
They're making it a lifestyle.
Speaker 2 (04:49):
Yeah, and I think they're tapping into something
important this whole self-caremindfulness movement.
Speaker 1 (04:54):
Journaling is a part of that.
Speaker 2 (04:55):
It is.
It's not just about writing ina diary anymore.
It's about connecting withyourself.
Speaker 1 (05:00):
Using it as a tool for growth.
Speaker 2 (05:02):
Exactly.
And these short prompts, Ithink they're a great way to get
started.
Speaker 1 (05:06):
Yeah, they make it less daunting.
Speaker 2 (05:08):
More accessible.
Speaker 1 (05:09):
All right, well, I'm sold.
Let's keep exploring theseprompts.
What else have you got?
Speaker 2 (05:13):
Let's do it All right .
So we've still got a couplemore categories to uncover.
Yeah, what's next We've gotself-reflection and then evening
gratitude, so we're kind ofbookending the day.
Speaker 1 (05:25):
Self-reflection, those always sound a little
intense.
Speaker 2 (05:27):
Yeah, they can be.
Speaker 1 (05:28):
Like too much looking inward.
Speaker 2 (05:29):
Right, but how about this one?
What is one thing you are goodat?
Speaker 1 (05:34):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (05:34):
How has the strength helped you in the past?
Speaker 1 (05:38):
So it's not all doom and gloom.
Speaker 2 (05:39):
No, it's about recognizing your strengths.
Speaker 1 (05:42):
That's good.
Sometimes I forget to focus onthat.
Speaker 2 (05:45):
It's easy to get caught up in what we're not good
at.
Speaker 1 (05:47):
Totally.
But you know, acknowledgingyour strengths, that can be
powerful.
Speaker 2 (05:52):
It can be incredibly empowering and it can actually
help you figure out what you'repassionate about Really.
Yeah, think about it whatyou're good at often aligns with
what you enjoy.
Speaker 1 (06:02):
Hmm, that's interesting.
So these prompts aren't justabout introspection.
They can help you figure outwhat you want to do with your
life.
Speaker 2 (06:09):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (06:10):
It's about gaining clarity About your values, your
interests, what kind of impactyou want to make.
I'm starting to see the biggerpicture here.
It's not just journaling forthe sake of journaling.
Speaker 2 (06:18):
No, it's about using it as a tool.
Speaker 1 (06:21):
For self-discovery, personal growth.
Okay, I like that.
What other self-reflectionprompts stood out to you?
Speaker 2 (06:29):
There's one that asks you to reflect on something
you've learned about yourselfrecently.
Speaker 1 (06:34):
Okay, that's good, but sometimes it's hard to
pinpoint those moments, you know.
Speaker 2 (06:38):
That's true, it's easy to just keep going, going,
going, right, but this promptmakes you stop and think.
Speaker 1 (06:43):
About those aha moments.
Speaker 2 (06:45):
Exactly.
Maybe you learned somethingabout your work style.
Speaker 1 (06:48):
Or how you communicate.
Speaker 2 (06:49):
Even your relationship with yourself.
Speaker 1 (06:51):
It's like taking inventory.
Speaker 2 (06:52):
It is Becoming more self-aware.
Speaker 1 (06:54):
Understanding those patterns that drive us Exactly.
All right, let's move on to thelast category evening gratitude
.
What do we got?
Speaker 2 (07:02):
Okay, this one's nice and simple.
What is one thing you aregrateful for that happened today
?
Speaker 1 (07:08):
It's a classic.
Speaker 2 (07:09):
It is, but it's effective.
Speaker 1 (07:11):
Ending the day on a positive night.
Speaker 2 (07:13):
Focusing on the good.
Speaker 1 (07:14):
You know I'm noticing a theme here.
Speaker 2 (07:17):
What's that?
Speaker 1 (07:17):
A lot of these prompts are about shifting your
perspective.
Speaker 2 (07:20):
Choosing to focus on the positive.
Speaker 1 (07:22):
Even when things are tough.
Speaker 2 (07:24):
Absolutely.
It's a key part of mindfulness.
Speaker 1 (07:27):
So, even if I had a terrible day, this prompt wants
me to find something, anythingto be grateful for.
Speaker 2 (07:34):
Exactly, it could be something small.
Speaker 1 (07:36):
A good cup of coffee.
Speaker 2 (07:37):
A funny conversation.
Speaker 1 (07:38):
You're training your brain to look for the good.
Speaker 2 (07:40):
And that can make a big difference.
Speaker 1 (07:42):
What other evening gratitude prompts did you like?
Hmm, there's one that says,reflect on your favorite part of
your evening routine.
Speaker 2 (07:51):
Oh, I like that Savoring those little rituals.
Speaker 1 (07:53):
Maybe it's reading a book.
Speaker 2 (07:54):
Making a bath.
Speaker 1 (07:55):
Spending time with family.
Speaker 2 (07:57):
It's about being present in those moments.
Speaker 1 (07:59):
Appreciating the simple things.
Speaker 2 (08:00):
Exactly, and those rituals they can help you unwind
.
Speaker 1 (08:04):
Set yourself up for a good night's sleep.
Speaker 2 (08:06):
For sure.
Speaker 1 (08:07):
You know, what I really appreciate about these
prompts is that they're sosimple.
Speaker 2 (08:10):
Yeah, they're easy to understand.
Speaker 1 (08:12):
They don't take a lot of time.
Speaker 2 (08:13):
Perfect for busy people.
Speaker 1 (08:15):
You don't need to spend hours writing to get the
benefits.
Speaker 2 (08:17):
That's the point of microjournaling.
Speaker 1 (08:19):
So we've gone through all five categories.
Now what are your overallthoughts?
Speaker 2 (08:23):
I think this is a really smart approach to
journaling.
Speaker 1 (08:26):
How so.
Speaker 2 (08:26):
It's accessible, it's effective, it's perfect for our
modern lives.
Speaker 1 (08:34):
People are busy, but they still want that
self-connection.
Speaker 2 (08:35):
These prompts provide that In a way that's manageable
.
I agree.
Speaker 1 (08:38):
And I think it's great that Lestallion is making
journaling less intimidating.
Speaker 2 (08:42):
Yeah, more appealing.
Speaker 1 (08:43):
It's not just for a certain type of person anymore.
Speaker 2 (08:46):
It's for anyone who wants to grow.
Speaker 1 (08:48):
To understand themselves better.
Speaker 2 (08:49):
To live more intentionally.
Speaker 1 (08:51):
Okay.
So, dear listener, as we wrapup this deep dive we want to
turn it over to you.
Speaker 2 (08:57):
Which of these prompts spoke to you?
Speaker 1 (09:00):
Take a moment to think about it.
Speaker 2 (09:01):
Which ones made you curious?
Speaker 1 (09:03):
Remember there's no right or wrong way to use these
prompts.
Speaker 2 (09:07):
It's all about finding what works for you.
Speaker 1 (09:09):
And even if a prompt doesn't grab you right away,
don't dismiss it.
Speaker 2 (09:14):
Sit with it for a while.
Speaker 1 (09:15):
See what comes up.
Speaker 2 (09:16):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (09:17):
You might be surprised by what you discover.
It's like they're littledoorways.
Speaker 2 (09:21):
Right To different parts of yourself.
Exactly Some are easier to openthan others.
Speaker 1 (09:25):
Okay.
So before we wrap up yeah, Ihave to ask what's that Could up
.
Speaker 2 (09:27):
Yeah, I have to ask what's that.
Speaker 1 (09:29):
Could there be any downsides to this whole prompt
thing?
Hmm, interesting, question Likecould it make us lazy?
Speaker 2 (09:37):
You mean reliant on the prompts?
Speaker 1 (09:39):
Yeah, Like what if we never go beyond the structure?
Speaker 2 (09:43):
I think there's a risk of that, yeah.
Speaker 1 (09:44):
Like our journaling, could become too formulaic,
right.
Speaker 2 (09:51):
It could lose that spontaneity.
Speaker 1 (09:51):
So it's about finding a balance Exactly Between
structure and freedom.
Speaker 2 (09:53):
That's like training wheels.
Speaker 1 (09:55):
Oh, I like that.
Speaker 2 (09:55):
The prompts can help you get started.
Speaker 1 (09:57):
Build a habit.
Speaker 2 (09:58):
But eventually you might not need them anymore.
Speaker 1 (10:01):
You could just ride on your own.
Speaker 2 (10:02):
Let your thoughts flow freely.
Speaker 1 (10:05):
So it's not an either-er thing.
Speaker 2 (10:06):
Right.
Use the prompts when you needthem.
Speaker 1 (10:08):
But don't be afraid to go off-road.
Speaker 2 (10:10):
Right, right from the heart.
It's your journey.
Speaker 1 (10:13):
Well, I don't know about you, but I'm feeling
inspired.
Speaker 2 (10:17):
Me too.
Speaker 1 (10:18):
Time to dust off that journal.
Speaker 2 (10:20):
I think you'll be amazed by what you discover.
Speaker 1 (10:22):
I hope so.
Maybe we can even do anotherdeep dive sometime.
Speaker 2 (10:25):
Oh yeah, I'd love that.
Speaker 1 (10:26):
Or share our journaling adventures.
Definitely, Until then, happyjournaling.
Happy journaling everyone.
Even a few minutes a day canmake a difference.
And thanks for joining us foranother deep dive.
We'll see you next time.
Welcome back everyone .
We're diving into something alittle different today.
Oh Journal prompts Okay, butnot just any prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:06):
Right.
Speaker 1 (00:06):
Super short ones.
Speaker 2 (00:07):
I like the sound of that already.
Speaker 1 (00:09):
We're looking at 50 short journal prompts from
Lestallion.
They're all about journaling,Like that's their whole thing.
Speaker 2 (00:15):
Yeah, they make journals.
They've got a blog, all that.
Speaker 1 (00:18):
Exactly, and this article came out just recently,
december 8th oh so it's fresh,fresh off the presses and you
know, I think a lot of peopleare interested in journaling.
It could be a lot right.
It can be really intimidating,like where do you even start and
who has the time?
Exactly so that's whatintrigued me about this.
Speaker 2 (00:36):
Short prompts.
Speaker 1 (00:37):
Yeah, they're bite-sized perfect for busy
folks who still want to squeezein some introspection.
Speaker 2 (00:44):
Makes sense.
You know, even just a couple ofminutes can make a difference.
There's actually research onthat.
Speaker 1 (00:49):
Oh really.
Speaker 2 (00:49):
Yeah, they call it micro-journaling.
Turns out it can be just aseffective as those long
journaling sessions.
Speaker 1 (00:56):
Hmm, interesting.
So maybe it's not about thequantity but the quality of what
you're reflecting on.
The prompts themselves yeah,the prompts and Lestallion.
They break these 50 promptsdown into categories like
morning reflections, eveninggratitude.
Speaker 2 (01:09):
So it's like a roadmap for your day.
Speaker 1 (01:11):
Kind of yeah yeah, like little check-ins with
yourself throughout the day.
Guided by these prompts,Exactly the author of the
article, clara Penrose.
She's all about making thosesmall moments of reflection part
of your routine.
Speaker 2 (01:22):
I like that.
Speaker 1 (01:25):
So are you ready to dive into some of these prompts
and see what they're all about?
Speaker 2 (01:27):
Let's do it.
Speaker 1 (01:28):
All right, give me a good one, one that really stood
out to you.
Speaker 2 (01:30):
Okay, let me see how.
About this?
What is one thing you want tolet go of?
Speaker 1 (01:36):
Ooh, that's good.
Speaker 2 (01:39):
How can you release it, even just for today?
It's powerful right, like weall carry around so much baggage
.
It's about intentionality,duesing to let go, even if it's
just for a day.
Speaker 1 (01:49):
I like that, but honestly some of these prompts
seem a little generic.
You know, like, how do you makethem personal?
Speaker 2 (01:55):
That's a great point.
Not every prompt is going toresonate with everyone.
Speaker 1 (01:59):
Right.
Speaker 2 (02:00):
And some might need a little tweaking.
The key is to use them as astarting point.
Speaker 1 (02:05):
Okay, so it's not like a strict rule book.
Speaker 2 (02:07):
No, not at all.
Speaker 1 (02:11):
Maybe you change the wording a bit to make it more
you or you use the prompt tokickstart a longer reflection.
Speaker 2 (02:15):
Exactly, it's all about finding what works for you
.
There's no right or wrong wayto journal.
I like that.
Speaker 1 (02:21):
So it's less about filling pages and more about
having a conversation withyourself.
Speaker 2 (02:25):
Yeah, a meaningful dialogue.
Speaker 1 (02:26):
And these prompts are like guides, helping you go
deeper.
Speaker 2 (02:29):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (02:30):
Okay, let's look at some more specific examples.
What about those morningreflection prompts?
What are those like?
Speaker 2 (02:37):
Let's see, there's this one Describe your ideal
morning.
Speaker 1 (02:41):
Ooh, I like that.
Speaker 2 (02:43):
What would make it special and how can you bring
some of that into today?
Speaker 1 (02:46):
Oh, that's good, Like setting the tone for the day.
Speaker 2 (02:49):
Right, it's all about intentionality.
Speaker 1 (02:51):
You know I used to think all this mindfulness stuff
was a bunch of hooey, but Itried a gratitude practice in
the mornings and honestly itreally helped.
Speaker 2 (02:59):
Really.
Speaker 1 (02:59):
Yeah, it shifted my whole mood.
Speaker 2 (03:00):
See, it's this little change they can have a ripple
effect Totally.
Speaker 1 (03:04):
And speaking of gratitude, didn't you say
there's a whole gratitude andjoy category?
Speaker 2 (03:08):
I did.
Speaker 1 (03:09):
Okay, give me the good stuff.
What are some of your favorites?
Speaker 2 (03:11):
Let's see.
This one always makes me smile.
Write about a memory thatalways makes you laugh.
Speaker 1 (03:17):
Oh, I love that.
Speaker 2 (03:18):
What happened and why is it so funny to you?
Speaker 1 (03:21):
Sometimes you just need that little reminder of joy
.
Speaker 2 (03:24):
It's like an instant mood booster.
Speaker 1 (03:26):
Totally, and it reminds you of the good things
in your life, you know.
Speaker 2 (03:30):
Exactly, it cultivates that sense of
appreciation.
And there's another one hereabout kindness.
Speaker 1 (03:35):
Ooh, tell me about it .
Speaker 2 (03:37):
It says reflect on how someone has shown you
kindness.
Okay, how did it make you feeland how can you pass it on?
Speaker 1 (03:45):
I like that.
Kindness is contagious.
Speaker 2 (03:47):
It is.
It's about recognizing thoseacts and letting them inspire us
.
Speaker 1 (03:51):
So we've got prompts about letting go gratitude,
intentionality.
What else is there?
Speaker 2 (03:57):
Well, we've got a category called daily goals and
intentions.
That's a good one.
Oh, tell me more about that.
One prompt is super simpleWrite about one thing you'd like
to focus on today.
Speaker 1 (04:09):
Okay, so narrowing it down.
Speaker 2 (04:10):
Exactly Choosing where to direct your energy.
Speaker 1 (04:13):
I need that in my life.
Yeah, I always feel like I'mtrying to do a million things at
once.
Speaker 2 (04:17):
Right, it's about prioritizing.
Speaker 1 (04:19):
Creating clarity.
Speaker 2 (04:20):
And it ties into that idea of micro-journaling.
One small goal.
Speaker 1 (04:29):
So even if I don't get everything done, I can still
feel good about accomplishingthat one thing Exactly.
Speaker 2 (04:31):
It's about those little victories.
Speaker 1 (04:32):
The little wins.
They keep you going, you know.
Before we jump into moreprompts, I'm curious about
Lestallion themselves, Likewhat's your take on them?
Speaker 2 (04:40):
Well, I think it's really interesting what they're
doing.
Speaker 1 (04:42):
How so.
Speaker 2 (04:43):
They're building a whole journaling ecosystem.
It's not just prompts, it'sjournals, articles.
Speaker 1 (04:48):
They're making it a lifestyle.
Speaker 2 (04:49):
Yeah, and I think they're tapping into something
important this whole self-caremindfulness movement.
Speaker 1 (04:54):
Journaling is a part of that.
Speaker 2 (04:55):
It is.
It's not just about writing ina diary anymore.
It's about connecting withyourself.
Speaker 1 (05:00):
Using it as a tool for growth.
Speaker 2 (05:02):
Exactly.
And these short prompts, Ithink they're a great way to get
started.
Speaker 1 (05:06):
Yeah, they make it less daunting.
Speaker 2 (05:08):
More accessible.
Speaker 1 (05:09):
All right, well, I'm sold.
Let's keep exploring theseprompts.
What else have you got?
Speaker 2 (05:13):
Let's do it All right .
So we've still got a couplemore categories to uncover.
Yeah, what's next We've gotself-reflection and then evening
gratitude, so we're kind ofbookending the day.
Speaker 1 (05:25):
Self-reflection, those always sound a little
intense.
Speaker 2 (05:27):
Yeah, they can be.
Speaker 1 (05:28):
Like too much looking inward.
Speaker 2 (05:29):
Right, but how about this one?
What is one thing you are goodat?
Speaker 1 (05:34):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (05:34):
How has the strength helped you in the past?
Speaker 1 (05:38):
So it's not all doom and gloom.
Speaker 2 (05:39):
No, it's about recognizing your strengths.
Speaker 1 (05:42):
That's good.
Sometimes I forget to focus onthat.
Speaker 2 (05:45):
It's easy to get caught up in what we're not good
at.
Speaker 1 (05:47):
Totally.
But you know, acknowledgingyour strengths, that can be
powerful.
Speaker 2 (05:52):
It can be incredibly empowering and it can actually
help you figure out what you'repassionate about Really.
Yeah, think about it whatyou're good at often aligns with
what you enjoy.
Speaker 1 (06:02):
Hmm, that's interesting.
So these prompts aren't justabout introspection.
They can help you figure outwhat you want to do with your
life.
Speaker 2 (06:09):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (06:10):
It's about gaining clarity About your values, your
interests, what kind of impactyou want to make.
I'm starting to see the biggerpicture here.
It's not just journaling forthe sake of journaling.
Speaker 2 (06:18):
No, it's about using it as a tool.
Speaker 1 (06:21):
For self-discovery, personal growth.
Okay, I like that.
What other self-reflectionprompts stood out to you?
Speaker 2 (06:29):
There's one that asks you to reflect on something
you've learned about yourselfrecently.
Speaker 1 (06:34):
Okay, that's good, but sometimes it's hard to
pinpoint those moments, you know.
Speaker 2 (06:38):
That's true, it's easy to just keep going, going,
going, right, but this promptmakes you stop and think.
Speaker 1 (06:43):
About those aha moments.
Speaker 2 (06:45):
Exactly.
Maybe you learned somethingabout your work style.
Speaker 1 (06:48):
Or how you communicate.
Speaker 2 (06:49):
Even your relationship with yourself.
Speaker 1 (06:51):
It's like taking inventory.
Speaker 2 (06:52):
It is Becoming more self-aware.
Speaker 1 (06:54):
Understanding those patterns that drive us Exactly.
All right, let's move on to thelast category evening gratitude
.
What do we got?
Speaker 2 (07:02):
Okay, this one's nice and simple.
What is one thing you aregrateful for that happened today
?
Speaker 1 (07:08):
It's a classic.
Speaker 2 (07:09):
It is, but it's effective.
Speaker 1 (07:11):
Ending the day on a positive night.
Speaker 2 (07:13):
Focusing on the good.
Speaker 1 (07:14):
You know I'm noticing a theme here.
Speaker 2 (07:17):
What's that?
Speaker 1 (07:17):
A lot of these prompts are about shifting your
perspective.
Speaker 2 (07:20):
Choosing to focus on the positive.
Speaker 1 (07:22):
Even when things are tough.
Speaker 2 (07:24):
Absolutely.
It's a key part of mindfulness.
Speaker 1 (07:27):
So, even if I had a terrible day, this prompt wants
me to find something, anythingto be grateful for.
Speaker 2 (07:34):
Exactly, it could be something small.
Speaker 1 (07:36):
A good cup of coffee.
Speaker 2 (07:37):
A funny conversation.
Speaker 1 (07:38):
You're training your brain to look for the good.
Speaker 2 (07:40):
And that can make a big difference.
Speaker 1 (07:42):
What other evening gratitude prompts did you like?
Hmm, there's one that says,reflect on your favorite part of
your evening routine.
Speaker 2 (07:51):
Oh, I like that Savoring those little rituals.
Speaker 1 (07:53):
Maybe it's reading a book.
Speaker 2 (07:54):
Making a bath.
Speaker 1 (07:55):
Spending time with family.
Speaker 2 (07:57):
It's about being present in those moments.
Speaker 1 (07:59):
Appreciating the simple things.
Speaker 2 (08:00):
Exactly, and those rituals they can help you unwind
.
Speaker 1 (08:04):
Set yourself up for a good night's sleep.
Speaker 2 (08:06):
For sure.
Speaker 1 (08:07):
You know, what I really appreciate about these
prompts is that they're sosimple.
Speaker 2 (08:10):
Yeah, they're easy to understand.
Speaker 1 (08:12):
They don't take a lot of time.
Speaker 2 (08:13):
Perfect for busy people.
Speaker 1 (08:15):
You don't need to spend hours writing to get the
benefits.
Speaker 2 (08:17):
That's the point of microjournaling.
Speaker 1 (08:19):
So we've gone through all five categories.
Now what are your overallthoughts?
Speaker 2 (08:23):
I think this is a really smart approach to
journaling.
Speaker 1 (08:26):
How so.
Speaker 2 (08:26):
It's accessible, it's effective, it's perfect for our
modern lives.
Speaker 1 (08:34):
People are busy, but they still want that
self-connection.
Speaker 2 (08:35):
These prompts provide that In a way that's manageable
.
I agree.
Speaker 1 (08:38):
And I think it's great that Lestallion is making
journaling less intimidating.
Speaker 2 (08:42):
Yeah, more appealing.
Speaker 1 (08:43):
It's not just for a certain type of person anymore.
Speaker 2 (08:46):
It's for anyone who wants to grow.
Speaker 1 (08:48):
To understand themselves better.
Speaker 2 (08:49):
To live more intentionally.
Speaker 1 (08:51):
Okay.
So, dear listener, as we wrapup this deep dive we want to
turn it over to you.
Speaker 2 (08:57):
Which of these prompts spoke to you?
Speaker 1 (09:00):
Take a moment to think about it.
Speaker 2 (09:01):
Which ones made you curious?
Speaker 1 (09:03):
Remember there's no right or wrong way to use these
prompts.
Speaker 2 (09:07):
It's all about finding what works for you.
Speaker 1 (09:09):
And even if a prompt doesn't grab you right away,
don't dismiss it.
Speaker 2 (09:14):
Sit with it for a while.
Speaker 1 (09:15):
See what comes up.
Speaker 2 (09:16):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (09:17):
You might be surprised by what you discover.
It's like they're littledoorways.
Speaker 2 (09:21):
Right To different parts of yourself.
Exactly Some are easier to openthan others.
Speaker 1 (09:25):
Okay.
So before we wrap up yeah, Ihave to ask what's that Could up
.
Speaker 2 (09:27):
Yeah, I have to ask what's that.
Speaker 1 (09:29):
Could there be any downsides to this whole prompt
thing?
Hmm, interesting, question Likecould it make us lazy?
Speaker 2 (09:37):
You mean reliant on the prompts?
Speaker 1 (09:39):
Yeah, Like what if we never go beyond the structure?
Speaker 2 (09:43):
I think there's a risk of that, yeah.
Speaker 1 (09:44):
Like our journaling, could become too formulaic,
right.
Speaker 2 (09:51):
It could lose that spontaneity.
Speaker 1 (09:51):
So it's about finding a balance Exactly Between
structure and freedom.
Speaker 2 (09:53):
That's like training wheels.
Speaker 1 (09:55):
Oh, I like that.
Speaker 2 (09:55):
The prompts can help you get started.
Speaker 1 (09:57):
Build a habit.
Speaker 2 (09:58):
But eventually you might not need them anymore.
Speaker 1 (10:01):
You could just ride on your own.
Speaker 2 (10:02):
Let your thoughts flow freely.
Speaker 1 (10:05):
So it's not an either-er thing.
Speaker 2 (10:06):
Right.
Use the prompts when you needthem.
Speaker 1 (10:08):
But don't be afraid to go off-road.
Speaker 2 (10:10):
Right, right from the heart.
It's your journey.
Speaker 1 (10:13):
Well, I don't know about you, but I'm feeling
inspired.
Speaker 2 (10:17):
Me too.
Speaker 1 (10:18):
Time to dust off that journal.
Speaker 2 (10:20):
I think you'll be amazed by what you discover.
Speaker 1 (10:22):
I hope so.
Maybe we can even do anotherdeep dive sometime.
Speaker 2 (10:25):
Oh yeah, I'd love that.
Speaker 1 (10:26):
Or share our journaling adventures.
Definitely, Until then, happyjournaling.
Happy journaling everyone.
Even a few minutes a day canmake a difference.
And thanks for joining us foranother deep dive.
We'll see you next time.
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