January 21, 2025 • 18 mins
50 Wednesday Journal Prompts
Unlock the potential of your midweek with our latest episode, where we reveal how a simple journaling habit can transform your Wednesdays into a powerhouse of productivity and positivity. Ever wondered how just a few minutes with pen and paper can boost your mood and set the tone for your entire week? We promise you'll learn how to harness the power of reflection and intention-setting through Lestallion's "50 Wednesday Journal Prompts," a tool designed to turn Wednesdays into a day of motivation and goal alignment with your long-term dreams.
Join us as we explore the art of balancing productivity with relaxation, and discover how intentional journaling can become your go-to method for personal growth and self-discovery. We discuss the intriguing benefits of journaling, such as enhanced emotional regulation and even improved immune function, and how these practices can seamlessly integrate valuable lessons into your everyday life. We encourage you to tap into this midweek magic, embracing curiosity and an open mind, to turn Wednesdays into a cherished ritual of reflection and self-care. Whether you're a journaling veteran or a curious newcomer, this episode offers insightful perspectives to inspire your journey.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Hey everyone, welcome back to the Deep Dive.
You know how it is.
It's Wednesday, oh yeah, and weare ready for a midweek reset,
so we're diving into a blog posttoday.
Okay, it's called 50 WednesdayJournal Prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:13):
No.
Speaker 1 (00:13):
It's by Lestallion.
Speaker 2 (00:15):
I like it already.
Speaker 1 (00:16):
And it was published on December 25th of 2024.
Speaker 2 (00:19):
It's very festive.
Speaker 1 (00:20):
So it's perfect for what we want to do today.
Yeah, festive.
So it's perfect for what wewant to do today?
Yeah, because it's all abouttaking that pause in the middle
of the week to reflect, set someintentions and really make sure
the rest of your week is likeawesome, which is what we're all
about here.
Speaker 2 (00:36):
That's the goal right Totally.
Every week.
Speaker 1 (00:38):
Every week.
So they give us 50 prompts.
Okay, working down into fivecategories.
Speaker 2 (00:43):
Five categories.
Speaker 1 (00:44):
Which I like a good framework.
Speaker 2 (00:45):
Right, it's not just a random list.
There's actually some thoughtbehind it yeah.
And that kind of blew me away.
So first category Be with itReflecting on your week so far.
Speaker 1 (00:53):
Oh right.
Speaker 2 (00:54):
Makes sense.
Right, we're halfway through.
It's time to check in.
Speaker 1 (00:59):
But that there are prompts in there that go beyond
just like what'd you do.
Speaker 2 (01:05):
Yeah, like what did you?
Speaker 1 (01:06):
eat Exactly Like.
There's one that asks what'sone thing, no matter how small,
that you're proud ofaccomplishing this week.
Speaker 2 (01:15):
I love that.
Why do you?
Speaker 1 (01:18):
think that why start there?
Speaker 2 (01:19):
Why start with the positive?
Yeah, it's interesting.
It's not how we usually think.
Speaker 1 (01:29):
We're always so focused on like what went wrong?
What do I need to fix?
What's the problem?
Yeah, but they're like no, no,let's start with like a little
win, like, hey, you're alreadykilling it.
Speaker 2 (01:33):
I think it's smart because it kind of puts you in a
better headspace to reflect yes, it sets the tone instead of
being like, oh, this week sucked.
Speaker 1 (01:42):
Like, okay, I did something good, now let's look
at where I can level up.
That's a good point.
Like it's priming you.
Speaker 2 (01:48):
Yeah, priming the pump To be more self-aware and
then take action.
And speaking of action.
Speaker 1 (01:53):
Oh yeah.
Speaker 2 (01:53):
There's other prompts in this category.
Yeah, about like learning from.
Speaker 1 (01:56):
The tough stuff.
Speaker 2 (01:57):
The challenge.
Speaker 1 (01:58):
Oh yeah, what could I have done differently?
Speaker 2 (02:01):
Right, but they're phrased in a way that's not
super negative.
It's more about like extractingthe lesson.
Speaker 1 (02:08):
Oh, that's a good way to put it.
So is there a specific benefitto like writing that down versus
just thinking about it?
Speaker 2 (02:17):
Oh, there's tons of research on that oh really.
Yeah, like putting things intowords, especially writing them,
changes things.
Putting things into words,especially writing them, changes
things, like it forces yourbrain to organize the experience
differently.
It's not just like floatingaround in your head, it becomes
concrete.
Speaker 1 (02:36):
So it's like less this week sucked yeah, and more
like okay.
Here's what I learned.
Exactly so next time boom, likeyou're building a library of
wisdom from your own life.
Speaker 2 (02:46):
Ooh, I like that.
A library of wisdom Way moreuseful than just endless venting
.
Speaker 1 (02:51):
Oh, for sure.
Speaker 2 (02:51):
Which I'm very good at, but you know what.
We need.
To move on to the next category, because this one, I think, is
where it gets really interesting.
Okay, I'm intrigued.
This is called MidweekMotivation and Goals.
Speaker 1 (03:02):
I like it.
So I love this idea of a microgoal Just for Wednesday,
something small, something youcan crush to feel good going
into the rest of the week.
Speaker 2 (03:14):
Yeah, I love that.
Speaker 1 (03:16):
Right, it's like a little reward for making it to
hump day, but it also propelsyou forward Like a little boost.
Speaker 2 (03:25):
It's genius.
But it also propels you forwardLike a little boost.
It's genius and because youknow from behavioral science
that little accomplishmentsrelease dopamine.
Speaker 1 (03:32):
Oh yeah, Dopamine.
Speaker 2 (03:33):
Motivation juice.
Speaker 1 (03:34):
I need that.
Speaker 2 (03:35):
For your brain.
Yes so it's like they're givingyou a way to hack that by
Wednesday.
Speaker 1 (03:40):
When you're probably dragging a bit.
Speaker 2 (03:41):
I'm already dragging oh brilliant.
But then they take it a stepfurther.
Speaker 1 (03:44):
Okay, how so?
Speaker 2 (03:45):
There's a prompt about connecting those micro
goals to your bigger, long-termdreams.
Speaker 1 (03:50):
Oh, that's important.
Speaker 2 (03:52):
I struggle with that, Like seeing how what I'm doing
today actually matters in thegrand scheme of things.
Right, it's so easy to losesight of the forest for the
trees, but anyway, I guess ifyou can connect those little
things to something bigger, itmakes them more meaningful.
Speaker 1 (04:08):
Research actually shows all of it, really.
Speaker 2 (04:10):
Yeah, yeah.
People who like visualize theirgoals and link them to their
daily actions are way morelikely to achieve them.
Wow, it's like you're buildinga bridge between where you are
and where you want to be.
Speaker 1 (04:27):
I love that.
That's a great metaphor.
It's like all those littleWednesday winds are like beating
stones on the path to somethingbigger.
Speaker 2 (04:34):
And that can be incredibly motivating when
you're feeling bogged down Likemidweek, yeah, like right now,
exactly.
Speaker 1 (04:40):
So we've reflected on the week, we've pumped
ourselves up.
What's next?
Speaker 2 (04:44):
What is next?
Speaker 1 (04:44):
In this Wednesday Reset.
Speaker 2 (04:46):
Oh, this is the part I was both excited for and a
little like ugh.
Speaker 1 (04:52):
really, I get it.
I'm intrigued.
Speaker 2 (04:54):
It's called Practicing Gratitude and
Positivity, which, on aWednesday, when you're just
trying to survive.
Speaker 1 (05:00):
Can it feel a little cheesy?
Speaker 2 (05:02):
It's a little much A little much.
Speaker 1 (05:07):
But LaSt to survive can feel a little cheesy, a
little much a little much, butlistallion have this prompt
reflect on a moment that madeyou smile this week.
How can you create more momentslike it today?
Speaker 2 (05:15):
Oh, I like that, that's good.
Speaker 1 (05:17):
Right, it's turning gratitude into like a challenge,
it's not just Passive.
It's active.
Speaker 2 (05:23):
Yes, which for some reason works for me.
So is there more to this thanjust the woo-woo feel-good stuff
?
Speaker 1 (05:35):
good stuff there's actually a ton of science, yeah,
backing this up like legitresearch.
Yeah shows that focusing on thepositive, even for a few
minutes, yeah changes thingswhat kind of things?
Speaker 2 (05:49):
it reduces stress hormones okay, that's good, I
like that and it shifts yourbrain yeah into a more
resourceful problem-solving wellthat's.
Speaker 1 (05:59):
Switching from fight or flight and saying, all right,
let's handle this.
Speaker 2 (06:02):
So it's less about pretending everything is perfect
and more about like givingyourself a mental Well, it's
like a strategic advantage.
I like it, especially on aWednesday.
Speaker 1 (06:11):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (06:12):
When you still have half the week to conquer.
Yes, and there's another promptin here about how gratitude
helps you stay grounded on toughdays which let's be real, some
Wednesdays are just rough.
Speaker 1 (06:25):
No matter how much you journal.
So how does gratitude help withthat specifically?
Speaker 2 (06:30):
Okay, so imagine this You're swamped, stressed,
everything's going wrong, butthen you take a minute to write
down, say three things you'regrateful for, even if they're
small, okay.
Speaker 1 (06:42):
What happens?
Speaker 2 (06:43):
What do you think?
Speaker 1 (06:44):
I guess it shifts your perspective a little.
You're reminded that thingsaren't all bad.
Speaker 2 (06:49):
Right, and that shift , even if it's subtle, can be
enough to like break you out ofa negative spiral.
Speaker 1 (06:58):
Oh shoot.
Speaker 2 (06:58):
It's not about denying the challenge, but it
gives you the mental space andsay, okay, I can handle this.
And then you have that list ofgood things to draw on that
makes sense.
Speaker 1 (07:08):
It's like Been here Super hungry.
Yeah, the world doesn't seem soterrible.
Speaker 2 (07:13):
Totally it's like a reset.
Speaker 1 (07:14):
Yeah, it's that little boost of perspective and
resilience that we all needsometimes.
Speaker 2 (07:20):
Especially midweek Speaking of boosts.
Speaker 1 (07:22):
Ooh, what else do we have?
The Stallion has a wholesection on self-care and
mindfulness, which, honestly, Ineed every day not just on
Wednesdays.
Speaker 2 (07:30):
Yeah Well, and that's the beauty of this post it's
giving you the tools to applythese principles to any day,
even if you're not journaling.
Speaker 1 (07:39):
Oh, I like that.
So it's not just aboutpampering yourself.
Speaker 2 (07:42):
Although that can be nice too, oh yeah.
Speaker 1 (07:44):
There's a prompt about identifying one small act
of self-care that brings youpeace, and they specifically say
it doesn't have to betime-consuming.
Speaker 2 (07:55):
Why do you think they emphasize that?
Speaker 1 (07:56):
I think, because you know most of us, we're juggling
a million things.
Oh yeah, it's usually midweek.
It's easy to feel likeself-care is this huge
undertaking?
Speaker 2 (08:06):
that we just don't have time for Right.
It becomes another item on theto-do list, which defeats the
whole purpose.
Speaker 1 (08:13):
Even five minutes of mindful breathing, no, or
listening to a song you love,can have a measurable impact on
your stress levels.
Yeah, it's about those littlemicro-resets throughout the day.
Speaker 2 (08:25):
That makes sense.
It's like hitting the pausebutton on the chaos for a second
to catch your breath.
Exactly I like that, lestallionalso has a prompt about how you
manage stress, specifically onWednesdays.
Speaker 1 (08:37):
Why single out Wednesday for that?
Speaker 2 (08:40):
Well, think about it, typical week.
Monday you're getting back intothe swing of things, tuesday
you're building momentum, but byWednesday that initial energy
has worn off.
And the to-do list is probablypiling up.
It's prime time for stress totake over if you're not careful.
Speaker 1 (09:00):
That's very true.
It's like that point in aworkout where you hit the wall,
yes, but instead of giving up,lestallion's giving you tools to
push through it.
I love that, right.
So we've reflected, we've setgoals, we've boosted our mood,
we've taken care of ourselves.
Speaker 2 (09:18):
We're doing great.
Speaker 1 (09:18):
What's the final Final?
Speaker 2 (09:19):
piece.
Speaker 1 (09:20):
Of this Wednesday reset.
Speaker 2 (09:24):
Ah, this is where Lestallion brings it all home.
The last category is lookingahead to the weekend.
Speaker 1 (09:28):
Wait, we're still in the middle of the week.
Speaker 2 (09:29):
I know right.
It might seem counterintuitive,but what they're doing is
creating a bridge between allthe work you've done on yourself
and the reward of thosewell-deserved days off.
Oh, I see so it's not justabout surviving until Friday.
It's about setting yourself upto actually enjoy the weekend.
(09:50):
I like that.
There's this one prompt aboutvisualizing your ideal weekend.
How does that tie?
Speaker 1 (09:58):
into everything else.
Speaker 2 (09:58):
We've talked about your ideal weekend.
Speaker 1 (09:59):
How it is that tie into everything else we've
talked about?
Speaker 2 (10:00):
Visualization is a powerful tool for manifesting
what you want.
By spending time imagining yourperfect weekend, the feelings,
the activities, the energy,you're essentially programming
your brain to seek out thoseexperiences.
Speaker 1 (10:17):
Oh, wow.
Speaker 2 (10:18):
And because you've already done all the work of
reflecting goal setting,self-care, you're coming into
the weekend from a place ofstrength intention You're
created.
The perfect launch pad for anamazing weekend Easton needs to
have a prompt about identifyingone task you want to finish
before Friday so you can fullyrelax and enjoy the weekend.
Speaker 1 (10:37):
I need that because I always have that nagging
feeling of unfinished businessMooming over your head Over my
whole weekend.
So I guess by tackling that onetask you're clearing your
mental inbox and giving yourselfpermission to fully unplug.
Speaker 2 (10:52):
And reach out.
It's like closing all thosetabs on your computer that you
know you should deal with, butkeep putting them on.
Speaker 1 (10:57):
I need that all the time.
Speaker 2 (10:58):
Finally hitting that close all button feels so good
it's like a sigh of reliefexactly, and amala well,
stallion takes it a step further.
The prompt about reflecting onthe energy you want to bring
into the weekend interesting.
Speaker 1 (11:15):
How does that tie into intentional living?
Speaker 2 (11:18):
well, it's about being proactive rather than
reactive.
Speaker 1 (11:22):
Oh, I like that, instead of just letting the
weekend happen to youconsciously choosing the vibe
you want to create, whether it'sadventure, relaxation, quality
time with loved ones.
You're setting the intentionand then letting the experiences
flow from there.
Speaker 2 (11:40):
Precisely.
It's about aligning youractions with your desired
outcome.
They also encourage reflectingon what you've learned
throughout the week and how youcan carry those lessons forward
into the weekend.
Oh wow.
Speaker 1 (11:56):
So it's not just about hitting reset and
forgetting everything thathappened during the week.
It's about integrating thoseexperiences into your overall
growth.
Speaker 2 (12:08):
Exactly.
It's about using Wednesday as abridge between the past week
and the week ahead, taking thoselessons learned and applying
them to create a more fulfillingand meaningful life.
Speaker 1 (12:18):
This has been so insightful, I'm already feeling
more motivated to make Wednesdaymy power move day.
Speaker 2 (12:24):
Me too.
And there's one more promptthat I think really captures the
essence of Lestallion's message.
They ask how can you balanceproductivity and relaxation for
the rest of the week?
What do you think is the key tofinding that balance,
especially as we approach theweekend?
Speaker 1 (12:38):
That's the million dollar question, right?
I think it's about beingmindful of your energy levels
and needs.
Maybe on Wednesday and Thursdayyou push a little harder to
wrap things up, but then youconsciously create space for
realization on Friday night andthroughout the weekend.
Speaker 2 (12:51):
It's about creating a rhythm that works for you.
Some people thrive on astructured schedule, others
prefer a more flexible approach.
The key is to be intentionalabout how you allocate your time
and energy, ensuring that bothproductivity and relaxation are
given their due.
Speaker 1 (13:06):
I'm starting to see Wednesday as less of a hump day
and more of a launch pad.
It's like that pivotal momentin a movie where the hero
finally figures things out andsets off on their final mission.
Speaker 2 (13:16):
I love that analogy and in this case, the mission is
a fulfilling and intentionallife.
This is amazing.
Speaker 1 (13:21):
Yeah, but I just realized we focus so much on the
individual prompts that wehaven't really talked about the
bigger picture of journalingitself.
Lestallion clearly believes inhis power, and you mentioned
some research earlier.
Speaker 2 (13:34):
You're right, we kind of glossed over that.
Speaker 1 (13:39):
What are you curious about specifically?
Well, for someone like me who'snever really kept a journal
consistently, what's the realvalue beyond just, you know,
venting about my day?
Does it actually changeanything?
Speaker 2 (13:46):
There's actually fascinating research on this.
It's not just about gettingstuff off your chest, though.
That has its benefits too.
Studies show that regularjournaling can actually rewire
your brain in ways that boostemotional regulation, resilience
to stress, even improve immunefunction.
Speaker 1 (14:02):
Wait, hold up.
Journaling can boost my immunesystem.
That sounds like a bit of astretch.
Speaker 2 (14:06):
I know right, but it makes sense when you think about
it.
When we bottle up emotions, itcreates chronic stress which
wreaks havoc on our bodies.
Journaling helps us processthose emotions in a healthy way,
which reduces stress andultimately strengthens our
defenses.
Speaker 1 (14:22):
So it's like a mental detox that has physical
benefits too.
Speaker 2 (14:25):
Exactly and beyond the physiological stuff.
Journaling helps you becomemore self-aware.
You start to see patterns inyour thinking, your reactions to
situations and even yourrelationships.
That kind of insight isincredibly valuable for personal
growth.
Speaker 1 (14:38):
So it's like holding up a mirror to your inner world
and seeing things you might nothave noticed otherwise.
Speaker 2 (14:43):
Exactly, and once you see those things, you have the
power to change them.
It's like Lestallion's promptsthey guide you towards that
self-discovery and then empoweryou to make choices that align
with your values and goals.
Speaker 1 (14:54):
It's like they're giving you a map and a compass
for navigating your own life.
Speaker 2 (14:57):
That's a great way to put it, and the beauty of
journaling is that it'scompletely personal.
You can use listallions,prompts, create your own or just
free write whatever comes tomind.
There's no right or wrong wayto do it.
Speaker 1 (15:09):
So really the most important thing is just to start
writing.
Speaker 2 (15:11):
Exactly, Even if it's just for five minutes a day.
Consistency is key.
The more you journal, the morebenefits you'll reap.
Speaker 1 (15:19):
I'm definitely feeling inspired to give it a
try and I love how the Stallionhas made Wednesdays the focal
point for this practice.
It's like a midweek reminder topause, reflect and set
intentions for the days ahead.
Speaker 2 (15:31):
And remember, these prompts are just a starting
point.
You can use them as inspirationto explore whatever feels
relevant to you in the moment.
The key is to approachjournaling with curiosity and an
open mind.
Speaker 1 (15:42):
So, to wrap things up , Lestallion has given us 50
powerful prompts to turnWednesdays into a day of
reflection, goal setting,self-care and intention setting,
not just for the weekend butfor life in general.
Speaker 2 (15:55):
And they've shown us how journaling, when done
consistently, can be atransformative tool for personal
growth, emotional regulationand even physical well-being.
Speaker 1 (16:05):
This has been such an insightful, deep dive.
Thank you so much for sharingyour expertise with us.
Speaker 2 (16:10):
It's been a pleasure and for all of you listening.
I encourage you to check outLestallion's blog and give these
Wednesday prompts a try.
You might be surprised at whatyou discover about yourself and
the power of intentional living.
Speaker 1 (16:22):
And until next time, keep diving deep and keep
exploring.
Speaker 2 (16:26):
There's experiences into your overall growth.
Speaker 1 (16:29):
Yeah, so it's not just about like hitting reset
Right and forgetting everythingthat happened during the week.
Speaker 2 (16:35):
It's about taking those lessons and weaving them
into the fabric of your life.
Speaker 1 (16:39):
Okay, I got it, you know.
Speaker 2 (16:40):
Yeah, that's really cool, it's like Wednesday,
becomes this pivotal point whereyou take stock and then you Of
course correct.
Speaker 1 (16:50):
Yeah, and you're not reacting.
You're being intentional abouthow you move forward.
Speaker 2 (16:55):
Which is really what this whole deep dive has been
about.
Speaker 1 (16:59):
It really has.
This has been so insightful.
I'm already feeling moremotivated to make Wednesday my
power move day.
Speaker 2 (17:07):
Me too, I'm on board Right.
Wednesdays are the new Mondays.
Speaker 1 (17:10):
There you go.
I think Listallion wouldapprove of that.
Speaker 2 (17:13):
I think so too.
Speaker 1 (17:16):
To wrap things up, listallion has given us 50
powerful pomps to turnWednesdays into a day of
reflection, goal setting,self-care and intention setting,
not just for the weekend butfor life in general.
Speaker 2 (17:33):
It's a life makeover.
Speaker 1 (17:34):
It really is Starting on a Wednesday Starting on a
Wednesday.
I love it.
This has been such aninsightful, deep dive.
Thank you so much for sharingyour expertise.
Speaker 2 (17:42):
It's been my pleasure and for all of you listening.
I encourage you to check outlistalian's blog and give these
wednesday prompts a try.
You might be surprised at whatyou discover about yourself and
the power of intentional livingyes, you know amazing.
Speaker 1 (17:55):
All right, huh, and until next time, keep diving
deep and keep exploring.
Hey everyone, welcome back to the Deep Dive.
You know how it is.
It's Wednesday, oh yeah, and weare ready for a midweek reset,
so we're diving into a blog posttoday.
Okay, it's called 50 WednesdayJournal Prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:13):
No.
Speaker 1 (00:13):
It's by Lestallion.
Speaker 2 (00:15):
I like it already.
Speaker 1 (00:16):
And it was published on December 25th of 2024.
Speaker 2 (00:19):
It's very festive.
Speaker 1 (00:20):
So it's perfect for what we want to do today.
Yeah, festive.
So it's perfect for what wewant to do today?
Yeah, because it's all abouttaking that pause in the middle
of the week to reflect, set someintentions and really make sure
the rest of your week is likeawesome, which is what we're all
about here.
Speaker 2 (00:36):
That's the goal right Totally.
Every week.
Speaker 1 (00:38):
Every week.
So they give us 50 prompts.
Okay, working down into fivecategories.
Speaker 2 (00:43):
Five categories.
Speaker 1 (00:44):
Which I like a good framework.
Speaker 2 (00:45):
Right, it's not just a random list.
There's actually some thoughtbehind it yeah.
And that kind of blew me away.
So first category Be with itReflecting on your week so far.
Speaker 1 (00:53):
Oh right.
Speaker 2 (00:54):
Makes sense.
Right, we're halfway through.
It's time to check in.
Speaker 1 (00:59):
But that there are prompts in there that go beyond
just like what'd you do.
Speaker 2 (01:05):
Yeah, like what did you?
Speaker 1 (01:06):
eat Exactly Like.
There's one that asks what'sone thing, no matter how small,
that you're proud ofaccomplishing this week.
Speaker 2 (01:15):
I love that.
Why do you?
Speaker 1 (01:18):
think that why start there?
Speaker 2 (01:19):
Why start with the positive?
Yeah, it's interesting.
It's not how we usually think.
Speaker 1 (01:29):
We're always so focused on like what went wrong?
What do I need to fix?
What's the problem?
Yeah, but they're like no, no,let's start with like a little
win, like, hey, you're alreadykilling it.
Speaker 2 (01:33):
I think it's smart because it kind of puts you in a
better headspace to reflect yes, it sets the tone instead of
being like, oh, this week sucked.
Speaker 1 (01:42):
Like, okay, I did something good, now let's look
at where I can level up.
That's a good point.
Like it's priming you.
Speaker 2 (01:48):
Yeah, priming the pump To be more self-aware and
then take action.
And speaking of action.
Speaker 1 (01:53):
Oh yeah.
Speaker 2 (01:53):
There's other prompts in this category.
Yeah, about like learning from.
Speaker 1 (01:56):
The tough stuff.
Speaker 2 (01:57):
The challenge.
Speaker 1 (01:58):
Oh yeah, what could I have done differently?
Speaker 2 (02:01):
Right, but they're phrased in a way that's not
super negative.
It's more about like extractingthe lesson.
Speaker 1 (02:08):
Oh, that's a good way to put it.
So is there a specific benefitto like writing that down versus
just thinking about it?
Speaker 2 (02:17):
Oh, there's tons of research on that oh really.
Yeah, like putting things intowords, especially writing them,
changes things.
Putting things into words,especially writing them, changes
things, like it forces yourbrain to organize the experience
differently.
It's not just like floatingaround in your head, it becomes
concrete.
Speaker 1 (02:36):
So it's like less this week sucked yeah, and more
like okay.
Here's what I learned.
Exactly so next time boom, likeyou're building a library of
wisdom from your own life.
Speaker 2 (02:46):
Ooh, I like that.
A library of wisdom Way moreuseful than just endless venting
.
Speaker 1 (02:51):
Oh, for sure.
Speaker 2 (02:51):
Which I'm very good at, but you know what.
We need.
To move on to the next category, because this one, I think, is
where it gets really interesting.
Okay, I'm intrigued.
This is called MidweekMotivation and Goals.
Speaker 1 (03:02):
I like it.
So I love this idea of a microgoal Just for Wednesday,
something small, something youcan crush to feel good going
into the rest of the week.
Speaker 2 (03:14):
Yeah, I love that.
Speaker 1 (03:16):
Right, it's like a little reward for making it to
hump day, but it also propelsyou forward Like a little boost.
Speaker 2 (03:25):
It's genius.
But it also propels you forwardLike a little boost.
It's genius and because youknow from behavioral science
that little accomplishmentsrelease dopamine.
Speaker 1 (03:32):
Oh yeah, Dopamine.
Speaker 2 (03:33):
Motivation juice.
Speaker 1 (03:34):
I need that.
Speaker 2 (03:35):
For your brain.
Yes so it's like they're givingyou a way to hack that by
Wednesday.
Speaker 1 (03:40):
When you're probably dragging a bit.
Speaker 2 (03:41):
I'm already dragging oh brilliant.
But then they take it a stepfurther.
Speaker 1 (03:44):
Okay, how so?
Speaker 2 (03:45):
There's a prompt about connecting those micro
goals to your bigger, long-termdreams.
Speaker 1 (03:50):
Oh, that's important.
Speaker 2 (03:52):
I struggle with that, Like seeing how what I'm doing
today actually matters in thegrand scheme of things.
Right, it's so easy to losesight of the forest for the
trees, but anyway, I guess ifyou can connect those little
things to something bigger, itmakes them more meaningful.
Speaker 1 (04:08):
Research actually shows all of it, really.
Speaker 2 (04:10):
Yeah, yeah.
People who like visualize theirgoals and link them to their
daily actions are way morelikely to achieve them.
Wow, it's like you're buildinga bridge between where you are
and where you want to be.
Speaker 1 (04:27):
I love that.
That's a great metaphor.
It's like all those littleWednesday winds are like beating
stones on the path to somethingbigger.
Speaker 2 (04:34):
And that can be incredibly motivating when
you're feeling bogged down Likemidweek, yeah, like right now,
exactly.
Speaker 1 (04:40):
So we've reflected on the week, we've pumped
ourselves up.
What's next?
Speaker 2 (04:44):
What is next?
Speaker 1 (04:44):
In this Wednesday Reset.
Speaker 2 (04:46):
Oh, this is the part I was both excited for and a
little like ugh.
Speaker 1 (04:52):
really, I get it.
I'm intrigued.
Speaker 2 (04:54):
It's called Practicing Gratitude and
Positivity, which, on aWednesday, when you're just
trying to survive.
Speaker 1 (05:00):
Can it feel a little cheesy?
Speaker 2 (05:02):
It's a little much A little much.
Speaker 1 (05:07):
But LaSt to survive can feel a little cheesy, a
little much a little much, butlistallion have this prompt
reflect on a moment that madeyou smile this week.
How can you create more momentslike it today?
Speaker 2 (05:15):
Oh, I like that, that's good.
Speaker 1 (05:17):
Right, it's turning gratitude into like a challenge,
it's not just Passive.
It's active.
Speaker 2 (05:23):
Yes, which for some reason works for me.
So is there more to this thanjust the woo-woo feel-good stuff
?
Speaker 1 (05:35):
good stuff there's actually a ton of science, yeah,
backing this up like legitresearch.
Yeah shows that focusing on thepositive, even for a few
minutes, yeah changes thingswhat kind of things?
Speaker 2 (05:49):
it reduces stress hormones okay, that's good, I
like that and it shifts yourbrain yeah into a more
resourceful problem-solving wellthat's.
Speaker 1 (05:59):
Switching from fight or flight and saying, all right,
let's handle this.
Speaker 2 (06:02):
So it's less about pretending everything is perfect
and more about like givingyourself a mental Well, it's
like a strategic advantage.
I like it, especially on aWednesday.
Speaker 1 (06:11):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (06:12):
When you still have half the week to conquer.
Yes, and there's another promptin here about how gratitude
helps you stay grounded on toughdays which let's be real, some
Wednesdays are just rough.
Speaker 1 (06:25):
No matter how much you journal.
So how does gratitude help withthat specifically?
Speaker 2 (06:30):
Okay, so imagine this You're swamped, stressed,
everything's going wrong, butthen you take a minute to write
down, say three things you'regrateful for, even if they're
small, okay.
Speaker 1 (06:42):
What happens?
Speaker 2 (06:43):
What do you think?
Speaker 1 (06:44):
I guess it shifts your perspective a little.
You're reminded that thingsaren't all bad.
Speaker 2 (06:49):
Right, and that shift , even if it's subtle, can be
enough to like break you out ofa negative spiral.
Speaker 1 (06:58):
Oh shoot.
Speaker 2 (06:58):
It's not about denying the challenge, but it
gives you the mental space andsay, okay, I can handle this.
And then you have that list ofgood things to draw on that
makes sense.
Speaker 1 (07:08):
It's like Been here Super hungry.
Yeah, the world doesn't seem soterrible.
Speaker 2 (07:13):
Totally it's like a reset.
Speaker 1 (07:14):
Yeah, it's that little boost of perspective and
resilience that we all needsometimes.
Speaker 2 (07:20):
Especially midweek Speaking of boosts.
Speaker 1 (07:22):
Ooh, what else do we have?
The Stallion has a wholesection on self-care and
mindfulness, which, honestly, Ineed every day not just on
Wednesdays.
Speaker 2 (07:30):
Yeah Well, and that's the beauty of this post it's
giving you the tools to applythese principles to any day,
even if you're not journaling.
Speaker 1 (07:39):
Oh, I like that.
So it's not just aboutpampering yourself.
Speaker 2 (07:42):
Although that can be nice too, oh yeah.
Speaker 1 (07:44):
There's a prompt about identifying one small act
of self-care that brings youpeace, and they specifically say
it doesn't have to betime-consuming.
Speaker 2 (07:55):
Why do you think they emphasize that?
Speaker 1 (07:56):
I think, because you know most of us, we're juggling
a million things.
Oh yeah, it's usually midweek.
It's easy to feel likeself-care is this huge
undertaking?
Speaker 2 (08:06):
that we just don't have time for Right.
It becomes another item on theto-do list, which defeats the
whole purpose.
Speaker 1 (08:13):
Even five minutes of mindful breathing, no, or
listening to a song you love,can have a measurable impact on
your stress levels.
Yeah, it's about those littlemicro-resets throughout the day.
Speaker 2 (08:25):
That makes sense.
It's like hitting the pausebutton on the chaos for a second
to catch your breath.
Exactly I like that, lestallionalso has a prompt about how you
manage stress, specifically onWednesdays.
Speaker 1 (08:37):
Why single out Wednesday for that?
Speaker 2 (08:40):
Well, think about it, typical week.
Monday you're getting back intothe swing of things, tuesday
you're building momentum, but byWednesday that initial energy
has worn off.
And the to-do list is probablypiling up.
It's prime time for stress totake over if you're not careful.
Speaker 1 (09:00):
That's very true.
It's like that point in aworkout where you hit the wall,
yes, but instead of giving up,lestallion's giving you tools to
push through it.
I love that, right.
So we've reflected, we've setgoals, we've boosted our mood,
we've taken care of ourselves.
Speaker 2 (09:18):
We're doing great.
Speaker 1 (09:18):
What's the final Final?
Speaker 2 (09:19):
piece.
Speaker 1 (09:20):
Of this Wednesday reset.
Speaker 2 (09:24):
Ah, this is where Lestallion brings it all home.
The last category is lookingahead to the weekend.
Speaker 1 (09:28):
Wait, we're still in the middle of the week.
Speaker 2 (09:29):
I know right.
It might seem counterintuitive,but what they're doing is
creating a bridge between allthe work you've done on yourself
and the reward of thosewell-deserved days off.
Oh, I see so it's not justabout surviving until Friday.
It's about setting yourself upto actually enjoy the weekend.
(09:50):
I like that.
There's this one prompt aboutvisualizing your ideal weekend.
How does that tie?
Speaker 1 (09:58):
into everything else.
Speaker 2 (09:58):
We've talked about your ideal weekend.
Speaker 1 (09:59):
How it is that tie into everything else we've
talked about?
Speaker 2 (10:00):
Visualization is a powerful tool for manifesting
what you want.
By spending time imagining yourperfect weekend, the feelings,
the activities, the energy,you're essentially programming
your brain to seek out thoseexperiences.
Speaker 1 (10:17):
Oh, wow.
Speaker 2 (10:18):
And because you've already done all the work of
reflecting goal setting,self-care, you're coming into
the weekend from a place ofstrength intention You're
created.
The perfect launch pad for anamazing weekend Easton needs to
have a prompt about identifyingone task you want to finish
before Friday so you can fullyrelax and enjoy the weekend.
Speaker 1 (10:37):
I need that because I always have that nagging
feeling of unfinished businessMooming over your head Over my
whole weekend.
So I guess by tackling that onetask you're clearing your
mental inbox and giving yourselfpermission to fully unplug.
Speaker 2 (10:52):
And reach out.
It's like closing all thosetabs on your computer that you
know you should deal with, butkeep putting them on.
Speaker 1 (10:57):
I need that all the time.
Speaker 2 (10:58):
Finally hitting that close all button feels so good
it's like a sigh of reliefexactly, and amala well,
stallion takes it a step further.
The prompt about reflecting onthe energy you want to bring
into the weekend interesting.
Speaker 1 (11:15):
How does that tie into intentional living?
Speaker 2 (11:18):
well, it's about being proactive rather than
reactive.
Speaker 1 (11:22):
Oh, I like that, instead of just letting the
weekend happen to youconsciously choosing the vibe
you want to create, whether it'sadventure, relaxation, quality
time with loved ones.
You're setting the intentionand then letting the experiences
flow from there.
Speaker 2 (11:40):
Precisely.
It's about aligning youractions with your desired
outcome.
They also encourage reflectingon what you've learned
throughout the week and how youcan carry those lessons forward
into the weekend.
Oh wow.
Speaker 1 (11:56):
So it's not just about hitting reset and
forgetting everything thathappened during the week.
It's about integrating thoseexperiences into your overall
growth.
Speaker 2 (12:08):
Exactly.
It's about using Wednesday as abridge between the past week
and the week ahead, taking thoselessons learned and applying
them to create a more fulfillingand meaningful life.
Speaker 1 (12:18):
This has been so insightful, I'm already feeling
more motivated to make Wednesdaymy power move day.
Speaker 2 (12:24):
Me too.
And there's one more promptthat I think really captures the
essence of Lestallion's message.
They ask how can you balanceproductivity and relaxation for
the rest of the week?
What do you think is the key tofinding that balance,
especially as we approach theweekend?
Speaker 1 (12:38):
That's the million dollar question, right?
I think it's about beingmindful of your energy levels
and needs.
Maybe on Wednesday and Thursdayyou push a little harder to
wrap things up, but then youconsciously create space for
realization on Friday night andthroughout the weekend.
Speaker 2 (12:51):
It's about creating a rhythm that works for you.
Some people thrive on astructured schedule, others
prefer a more flexible approach.
The key is to be intentionalabout how you allocate your time
and energy, ensuring that bothproductivity and relaxation are
given their due.
Speaker 1 (13:06):
I'm starting to see Wednesday as less of a hump day
and more of a launch pad.
It's like that pivotal momentin a movie where the hero
finally figures things out andsets off on their final mission.
Speaker 2 (13:16):
I love that analogy and in this case, the mission is
a fulfilling and intentionallife.
This is amazing.
Speaker 1 (13:21):
Yeah, but I just realized we focus so much on the
individual prompts that wehaven't really talked about the
bigger picture of journalingitself.
Lestallion clearly believes inhis power, and you mentioned
some research earlier.
Speaker 2 (13:34):
You're right, we kind of glossed over that.
Speaker 1 (13:39):
What are you curious about specifically?
Well, for someone like me who'snever really kept a journal
consistently, what's the realvalue beyond just, you know,
venting about my day?
Does it actually changeanything?
Speaker 2 (13:46):
There's actually fascinating research on this.
It's not just about gettingstuff off your chest, though.
That has its benefits too.
Studies show that regularjournaling can actually rewire
your brain in ways that boostemotional regulation, resilience
to stress, even improve immunefunction.
Speaker 1 (14:02):
Wait, hold up.
Journaling can boost my immunesystem.
That sounds like a bit of astretch.
Speaker 2 (14:06):
I know right, but it makes sense when you think about
it.
When we bottle up emotions, itcreates chronic stress which
wreaks havoc on our bodies.
Journaling helps us processthose emotions in a healthy way,
which reduces stress andultimately strengthens our
defenses.
Speaker 1 (14:22):
So it's like a mental detox that has physical
benefits too.
Speaker 2 (14:25):
Exactly and beyond the physiological stuff.
Journaling helps you becomemore self-aware.
You start to see patterns inyour thinking, your reactions to
situations and even yourrelationships.
That kind of insight isincredibly valuable for personal
growth.
Speaker 1 (14:38):
So it's like holding up a mirror to your inner world
and seeing things you might nothave noticed otherwise.
Speaker 2 (14:43):
Exactly, and once you see those things, you have the
power to change them.
It's like Lestallion's promptsthey guide you towards that
self-discovery and then empoweryou to make choices that align
with your values and goals.
Speaker 1 (14:54):
It's like they're giving you a map and a compass
for navigating your own life.
Speaker 2 (14:57):
That's a great way to put it, and the beauty of
journaling is that it'scompletely personal.
You can use listallions,prompts, create your own or just
free write whatever comes tomind.
There's no right or wrong wayto do it.
Speaker 1 (15:09):
So really the most important thing is just to start
writing.
Speaker 2 (15:11):
Exactly, Even if it's just for five minutes a day.
Consistency is key.
The more you journal, the morebenefits you'll reap.
Speaker 1 (15:19):
I'm definitely feeling inspired to give it a
try and I love how the Stallionhas made Wednesdays the focal
point for this practice.
It's like a midweek reminder topause, reflect and set
intentions for the days ahead.
Speaker 2 (15:31):
And remember, these prompts are just a starting
point.
You can use them as inspirationto explore whatever feels
relevant to you in the moment.
The key is to approachjournaling with curiosity and an
open mind.
Speaker 1 (15:42):
So, to wrap things up , Lestallion has given us 50
powerful prompts to turnWednesdays into a day of
reflection, goal setting,self-care and intention setting,
not just for the weekend butfor life in general.
Speaker 2 (15:55):
And they've shown us how journaling, when done
consistently, can be atransformative tool for personal
growth, emotional regulationand even physical well-being.
Speaker 1 (16:05):
This has been such an insightful, deep dive.
Thank you so much for sharingyour expertise with us.
Speaker 2 (16:10):
It's been a pleasure and for all of you listening.
I encourage you to check outLestallion's blog and give these
Wednesday prompts a try.
You might be surprised at whatyou discover about yourself and
the power of intentional living.
Speaker 1 (16:22):
And until next time, keep diving deep and keep
exploring.
Speaker 2 (16:26):
There's experiences into your overall growth.
Speaker 1 (16:29):
Yeah, so it's not just about like hitting reset
Right and forgetting everythingthat happened during the week.
Speaker 2 (16:35):
It's about taking those lessons and weaving them
into the fabric of your life.
Speaker 1 (16:39):
Okay, I got it, you know.
Speaker 2 (16:40):
Yeah, that's really cool, it's like Wednesday,
becomes this pivotal point whereyou take stock and then you Of
course correct.
Speaker 1 (16:50):
Yeah, and you're not reacting.
You're being intentional abouthow you move forward.
Speaker 2 (16:55):
Which is really what this whole deep dive has been
about.
Speaker 1 (16:59):
It really has.
This has been so insightful.
I'm already feeling moremotivated to make Wednesday my
power move day.
Speaker 2 (17:07):
Me too, I'm on board Right.
Wednesdays are the new Mondays.
Speaker 1 (17:10):
There you go.
I think Listallion wouldapprove of that.
Speaker 2 (17:13):
I think so too.
Speaker 1 (17:16):
To wrap things up, listallion has given us 50
powerful pomps to turnWednesdays into a day of
reflection, goal setting,self-care and intention setting,
not just for the weekend butfor life in general.
Speaker 2 (17:33):
It's a life makeover.
Speaker 1 (17:34):
It really is Starting on a Wednesday Starting on a
Wednesday.
I love it.
This has been such aninsightful, deep dive.
Thank you so much for sharingyour expertise.
Speaker 2 (17:42):
It's been my pleasure and for all of you listening.
I encourage you to check outlistalian's blog and give these
wednesday prompts a try.
You might be surprised at whatyou discover about yourself and
the power of intentional livingyes, you know amazing.
Speaker 1 (17:55):
All right, huh, and until next time, keep diving
deep and keep exploring.
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