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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Hey there.
Speaker 2 (00:01):
Ever feel like you
need a fresh start.
Speaker 1 (00:02):
Oh, absolutely.
Speaker 2 (00:03):
Well, today we're
diving into something pretty
cool.
Okay, 50 journal prompts.
Speaker 1 (00:08):
Wow.
Speaker 2 (00:09):
That are designed to
help you tap into the power of
the new moon.
Oh, interesting it's all aboutharnessing that energy for
setting intentions and makingpositive changes in your life.
I love that.
Intentions and making positivechanges in your life.
I love that.
So we've got this great blogpost from Lestallion called 50
New Moon Journal Prompts for NewBeginnings.
Speaker 1 (00:30):
Catchy.
Speaker 2 (00:31):
And the author, clara
Penrose.
She really emphasizes this ideaof using these prompts as like
a gateway to revealing yourdeepest desires.
Speaker 1 (00:42):
Oh, I like that.
Speaker 2 (00:43):
Like she's providing
a framework for self-discovery
and then helping you translatethose aspirations into, like
tangible goals.
Speaker 1 (00:50):
That's great.
Speaker 2 (00:51):
And she even talks
about visualizing success as if
it's already happened, which isa pretty powerful concept.
Speaker 1 (00:57):
Yeah, I mean that
aligns with a lot of the
research on manifestation andthe power of our thoughts to
really shape our reality.
Speaker 2 (01:03):
It is.
Speaker 1 (01:04):
So the blog post
starts off talking about the new
moon as a time for newbeginnings.
It's like hitting the cosmicreset button a chance to set
intentions and kind of plant theseeds for what we want to grow
in our lives.
Speaker 2 (01:19):
I like that analogy.
Speaker 1 (01:20):
And it's interesting
because this idea of the new
moon right as a time for newbeginnings it's not new.
Speaker 2 (01:27):
Right.
Speaker 1 (01:28):
It's something that's
rooted in ancient traditions
and rituals.
Speaker 2 (01:32):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (01:32):
That recognize the
moon's cycles as a powerful
force in nature.
Speaker 2 (01:38):
Yeah, and you see so
many cultures having these moon
rituals.
Speaker 1 (01:40):
Exactly.
Speaker 2 (01:41):
It's like there's
this universal understanding of
the moon's influence on ourlives.
Speaker 1 (01:46):
I think that's
fascinating.
It is and so these journalprompts are kind of like tapping
into that ancient wisdom.
Speaker 2 (01:51):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (01:51):
And giving us like a
modern framework for harnessing
that lunar energy for our ownpersonal growth.
Speaker 2 (01:57):
And what I really
like about what Penrose has done
here is she organizes theseprompts into different
categories.
Speaker 1 (02:04):
New moon intentions,
new moon reflections and even
new moon challenges, which Ithink is really interesting.
Speaker 2 (02:11):
I like that.
Speaker 1 (02:12):
Because it provides a
roadmap right, oh yeah.
For exploring different aspectsof our lives, from setting
goals and reflecting on ourprogress to confronting those
obstacles that we all face andpushing ourselves beyond our
comfort zones.
Speaker 2 (02:26):
Yeah, and what I
appreciate is that these prompts
aren't just about achievingsuccess for yourself, but it's
also about how we can use ourtalents and our unique abilities
to help others.
Speaker 1 (02:37):
That's a really key
theme that runs throughout all
these prompts.
Speaker 2 (02:39):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (02:40):
It's about aligning
those personal aspirations with
a sense of purpose that extendsbeyond ourselves.
Speaker 2 (02:47):
It's not just about
what I can achieve, but also how
can I contribute to a greatergood.
Speaker 1 (02:52):
Exactly.
Speaker 2 (02:53):
And I think that
connection between personal
fulfillment and serving othersis really powerful.
Speaker 1 (02:59):
It is.
Speaker 2 (02:59):
It suggests that true
happiness comes from pursuing
goals that benefit ourselves andthe world around us.
I love that, so let's delve alittle deeper into some of these
prompt categories and see howthey can help us really unlock
our potential and make apositive impact.
Speaker 1 (03:14):
Sounds good.
Speaker 2 (03:15):
Let's start with a
new moon intentions category.
Speaker 1 (03:17):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (03:18):
Which is all about
setting clear and specific goals
for the coming lunar cycle.
Speaker 1 (03:23):
All right.
So one of the first prompts inthis category asks you to
identify your top three goalsfor the next month.
Speaker 2 (03:32):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (03:32):
It's about getting
really clear on what you want to
retrieve and focusing yourenergy on those specific areas.
Speaker 2 (03:38):
That makes sense, but
I feel like it can be tough to
narrow it down to just threegoals sometime.
Speaker 1 (03:42):
Oh, absolutely.
But, I think that's the point.
Speaker 2 (03:44):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (03:45):
It forces us to
prioritize and make those
conscious choices about where wereally want to invest our time
and energy.
Speaker 2 (03:51):
We can't do
everything at once.
We've got to focus on what'struly important to us, exactly
Okay, I like that.
Speaker 1 (03:56):
So, once you've
identified those top three goals
, Okay.
Penrose, penrose, sheencourages you to break those
goals down into smaller, moremanageable steps.
Speaker 2 (04:08):
Right.
So instead of feelingoverwhelmed by like a big goal,
you know you can actually takeaction.
Speaker 1 (04:14):
Right.
Those small steps lead to bigresults.
Speaker 2 (04:16):
And each small step
is a victory in itself right
it's movement towards yourlarger goal.
Speaker 1 (04:21):
I like that.
Speaker 2 (04:22):
And those small wins
can really build momentum.
Speaker 1 (04:24):
Yeah, I'm starting to
see how these prompts can
really help turn our intentionsinto actions.
Speaker 2 (04:30):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (04:30):
What else does
Penrose suggest?
Speaker 2 (04:32):
Well, she encourages
you to visualize yourself
achieving those goals.
Speaker 1 (04:36):
Right.
Speaker 2 (04:37):
Remember that idea of
acting as if.
Speaker 1 (04:39):
Oh yes.
Speaker 2 (04:40):
It's about picturing
yourself already living that
dream life.
Speaker 1 (04:44):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (04:45):
Feeling those
emotions of success and
accomplishment.
Speaker 1 (04:47):
And I know there's
actually research that shows
that visualization can have animpact on our brain activity and
even increase our chances ofsuccess.
Speaker 2 (04:55):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (04:56):
It's almost like
we're training our minds to
believe that it's possible.
Speaker 2 (04:59):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (04:59):
Which then motivates
us to take action, then
motivates us to take action, andPenrose even suggests creating
a vision board, or like writinga detailed description of what
it feels like to have alreadyachieved your goals.
It's about making those dreamsfeel real and tangible.
I like that, so you can reallyconnect with them.
Speaker 2 (05:16):
Yeah, ok, this is
getting me excited to start
journaling, I know.
So we've talked about settingintentions.
Speaker 1 (05:22):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (05:22):
But what about
reflecting on our progress?
I feel like that's a reallyimportant part of personal
growth.
Oh, absolutely Right.
Speaker 1 (05:29):
And that's where that
new moon reflections category
comes in.
So those prompts are all abouttaking stock of where we've been
celebrating our achievements.
Speaker 2 (05:39):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (05:39):
And also identifying
any areas where we might need to
.
You know, maybe shift course alittle bit okay.
I like that, make adjustmentsso let's explore that category.
Speaker 2 (05:49):
Okay, what are some
of the prompts Penrose suggests
for you know, reflecting on ourjourney?
Speaker 1 (05:54):
one of the first
prompts in that category asks
you to list five things you'regrateful for okay it's about
shifting our focus to thepositive and recognizing the
abundance that already exists inour lives.
Speaker 2 (06:07):
Right, it's so easy
to get caught up in what we
don't have.
Speaker 1 (06:10):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (06:10):
That we forget to
appreciate all the good things
Exactly that we do.
Speaker 1 (06:13):
And you know,
gratitude isn't just about like
feeling good.
Yeah, it's actually been linkedto a whole range of benefits.
Speaker 2 (06:19):
Yep.
Speaker 1 (06:20):
Increased happiness,
you know, stronger relationships
and even better physical health.
Speaker 2 (06:25):
Wow, that's pretty
amazing, it is.
So taking a few minutes towrite down what we're grateful
for can have a positive impact.
It can.
I like that.
Speaker 1 (06:34):
So another prompt in
this category encourages you to
reflect on your accomplishmentsfrom the past month.
Speaker 2 (06:39):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (06:40):
So it's about
acknowledging our wins, no
matter how big or small.
Speaker 2 (06:43):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (06:43):
And just celebrating
how far we've come.
Speaker 2 (06:46):
Right, because it's
so easy to like downplay our
successes or focus on what wehaven't achieved yet Exactly so
I think it's really important totake the time to acknowledge
those victories.
Speaker 1 (06:56):
It is.
Speaker 2 (06:56):
And give ourselves
credit for our efforts.
Speaker 1 (06:58):
And Penrose suggests
writing about how those
achievements made you feel.
It's about connecting withthose positive emotions.
Speaker 2 (07:06):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (07:07):
And using them to
fuel your future endeavors.
Speaker 2 (07:10):
I love that.
Speaker 1 (07:11):
Because you remember
how good it felt to achieve
something.
Speaker 2 (07:15):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (07:15):
That motivates you to
keep striving for more.
Speaker 2 (07:18):
Okay, that's a great
point.
Speaker 1 (07:19):
This category also
includes prompts that encourage
you to reflect on yourchallenges and identify any
lessons you've learned.
Okay, so it's about reframingsetbacks as opportunities for
growth right.
It's not about beatingourselves up for our mistakes,
but rather learning from themyes and using those experiences
(07:40):
to like propel us forwardexactly, and sometimes the most
valuable lessons come from ourbiggest challenges.
Speaker 2 (07:47):
I agree.
Speaker 1 (07:47):
Right, it's about
finding that silver lining.
Speaker 2 (07:50):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (07:50):
And using those
experiences to really build
resilience and wisdom.
Speaker 2 (07:54):
That's a great
perspective.
Speaker 1 (07:55):
So we've talked about
setting intentions, reflecting
on our progress, right, but whatabout those times when we just
feel stuck or unsure of whichpath to take?
Oh, I've been there.
I think we all have.
Speaker 2 (08:07):
Right.
Speaker 1 (08:08):
And that's where this
new moon challenges category
comes in.
Speaker 2 (08:11):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (08:11):
These prompts are
designed to help us push past
our comfort zones, confront ourfears and tap into our inner
strength.
I like that, so are you readyto explore some of these
challenge prompts?
Speaker 2 (08:24):
I'm intrigued.
Speaker 1 (08:24):
Okay.
So one of the prompts asks youto identify a fear that's been
holding you back.
Speaker 2 (08:30):
Ah, yes.
Speaker 1 (08:31):
It's about bringing
those fears out into the open
and acknowledging their powerover us.
Speaker 2 (08:37):
Right, because
sometimes just acknowledging a
fear can help diminish its power.
Speaker 1 (08:42):
Absolutely.
Speaker 2 (08:42):
Right.
Speaker 1 (08:43):
So once you've
identified that fear, OK.
Penrose encourages us toexplore where it comes from and
how it's been impacting our life.
Speaker 2 (08:52):
So it's about
understanding the root of that
fear, yes, and then challengingits validity.
Speaker 1 (08:57):
Instead of letting
fear control us.
Speaker 2 (08:59):
Right.
Speaker 1 (08:59):
We're taking control
of the fear by understanding it
better.
Speaker 2 (09:02):
I like that.
Speaker 1 (09:03):
And another prompt in
this category asks you to
identify a limiting beliefthat's been holding you back.
This could be something likeI'm not good enough.
Speaker 2 (09:13):
Oh yeah, I've
definitely had those.
Speaker 1 (09:14):
I'll never be
successful.
Those can be so insidious.
Speaker 2 (09:17):
They really can't.
Speaker 1 (09:18):
They can sabotage our
efforts without us even
realizing it.
Speaker 2 (09:21):
Exactly Right so.
Speaker 1 (09:22):
Penrose encourages us
to challenge those beliefs okay
to question their validity andreplace them with more
empowering affirmations not thatso it's about shifting that
internal dialogue to one thatsupports our growth and success
it's like retraining our mindsto believe in ourselves and our
abilities.
Exactly okay, I like that thiscategory also includes prompts,
(09:43):
okay, that encourage you to stepoutside of your comfort zone
and try something new.
Ah yes, so it's about pushingpast those self-imposed
limitations and expanding ourhorizons.
Speaker 2 (09:55):
Because growth
happens when we challenge
ourselves.
Speaker 1 (09:57):
Right.
Speaker 2 (09:58):
And sometimes the
most rewarding experiences come
from doing things that scare usa little bit.
Speaker 1 (10:02):
Absolutely.
It's about embracing theunknown and trusting in our
ability to handle whatever comesour way.
Speaker 2 (10:08):
Right, okay.
Speaker 1 (10:09):
So how are you
feeling about these new Moon
Journal prompts so far?
Speaker 2 (10:13):
I'm really starting
to see the power of how they can
provide a framework forself-discovery, goal-setting and
personal growth.
Speaker 1 (10:20):
They do.
Speaker 2 (10:21):
And I like how they
connect those personal
aspirations to a sense ofpurpose that extends beyond
ourselves.
Speaker 1 (10:28):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (10:28):
It's about using our
talents and our growth to make a
positive impact on the world.
Exactly it's like recognizingthat we're all interconnected.
Speaker 1 (10:36):
Yes.
Speaker 2 (10:37):
And that our actions,
no matter how small, can create
a ripple effect that extendsfar beyond ourselves.
Speaker 1 (10:44):
And I think that's
what makes these prompts so
inspiring, right.
Speaker 2 (10:46):
It is.
Speaker 1 (10:47):
They invite us to
dream big, to believe in
ourselves and to use our ownjourney of self-discovery to
make a meaningful difference inthe world.
Speaker 2 (10:54):
Okay, so we've
explored three of Penrose's
prompt categories.
Speaker 1 (10:58):
We have.
Speaker 2 (10:58):
New Moon Intentions,
new Moon Reflections and New
Moon Challenges.
What other areas does she coverin this blog post?
Speaker 1 (11:07):
Well, she also delves
into, like the emotional aspect
of personal growth, withprompts that encourage you to
explore your feelings, embracevulnerability and cultivate
self-compassion.
Speaker 2 (11:19):
OK, that sounds
really interesting.
Speaker 1 (11:21):
It is.
Speaker 2 (11:21):
Let's dive into those
emotional prompts next.
Speaker 1 (11:23):
Sounds good to me.
Really interesting it is let'sdive into those emotional
prompts next.
Sounds good to me.
Okay, so we were talking abouthow Penrose dedicates a whole
section to like exploring ouremotions through journaling,
which I think is a reallyinteresting approach because it
acknowledges that you know,personal growth isn't just about
setting goals and achievingsuccess.
It's also about understandingand processing our feelings.
Speaker 2 (11:44):
Right and, and I feel
like, like we can't just ignore
our emotions no we can't theyplay a huge role in our lives?
Speaker 1 (11:51):
they do even in how
we like, set and pursue goals
and often I think those emotions, especially the ones that you
know we might consider negativeor difficult, those can hold
valuable insights that we canuse to like, grow and evolve.
Speaker 2 (12:06):
Okay, so how does
Penrose suggest we approach
journaling about you know?
Speaker 1 (12:10):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (12:11):
Our emotions.
What are some of the promptsshe offers?
Speaker 1 (12:14):
Okay, so one that
really stood out to me is what
emotions are you feeling rightnow?
Speaker 2 (12:19):
Hmm.
Speaker 1 (12:20):
Which is like so
simple.
Speaker 2 (12:22):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (12:22):
But it's powerful too
.
It's an invitation to justpause, yeah, tune in to our, in
your landscape, and justacknowledge what's present,
without judgment.
Speaker 2 (12:32):
It's like we're
giving ourselves permission.
Yeah, to just feel what we'refeeling.
Speaker 1 (12:36):
Exactly.
Speaker 2 (12:36):
Without trying to
like push it away Right or
pretend it's not there, andoften just that, that simple act
of acknowledging our emotions,can be really liberating.
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (12:46):
It allows us to kind
of move through them more
effectively instead of gettingstuck.
Speaker 2 (12:50):
Right, right, I can
see how that would be really
helpful.
Speaker 1 (12:52):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (12:53):
So what happens after
?
We've, you know, identifiedthose emotions?
Speaker 1 (12:57):
Okay.
Well then Penrose suggestsasking where do you feel these
emotions in your body, which Ithink is it's a cool prompt
because it encourages us toconnect with our emotions on a
physical level.
Speaker 2 (13:09):
I've definitely
noticed that, yeah.
Like when I'm anxious, I feelit in my chest.
Speaker 1 (13:14):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (13:14):
Or when I'm excited,
I feel it in my stomach.
Speaker 1 (13:16):
Exactly, there's that
mind-body connection.
Speaker 2 (13:18):
Right.
Speaker 1 (13:19):
And by paying
attention to where we feel those
emotions in our body, we cangain a deeper understanding of
how they impact us.
Speaker 2 (13:27):
Right.
Speaker 1 (13:27):
Both physically and
emotionally.
Speaker 2 (13:29):
Okay, I like that.
Speaker 1 (13:30):
So we're identifying
our emotions, connecting with
them physically.
Yeah, Penrose asks what is thisemotion trying to tell you?
So it's like viewing ouremotions as messengers.
Speaker 2 (13:41):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (13:42):
Carrying like
valuable information that can
help us understand ourselvesbetter.
Speaker 2 (13:46):
Like they're trying
to communicate something.
Speaker 1 (13:47):
They are, but we just
haven't been listening.
Speaker 2 (13:50):
Exactly, and
sometimes the message might be
simple, like you need to rest oryou need to set boundaries.
Other times the message mightbe more complex.
Speaker 1 (13:59):
Requiring, like
deeper reflection and
exploration.
Speaker 2 (14:02):
I can see how this
type of journaling can be really
transformative.
Speaker 1 (14:05):
It can be.
Speaker 2 (14:05):
It's like we're
learning to decipher you know,
decipher the language of ouremotions and then use those
insights to make, like moreconscious choices in our lives.
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (14:15):
And that's the power
of self-awareness the more we
understand ourselves, the moreeffectively we can navigate.
You know, all the challenges oflife and create a reality that
truly aligns with our values andour desires.
Speaker 2 (14:29):
I like that a lot.
Speaker 1 (14:30):
So we talked about
identifying, locating,
understanding our emotions.
Speaker 2 (14:36):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (14:36):
What other like
emotional prompts are there?
Speaker 2 (14:39):
Yeah, curious.
The one that I really resonatedwith is how can you show
yourself compassion in thismoment?
And it's a reminder that youknow we don't have to judge
ourselves so harshly for ouremotions.
Speaker 1 (14:52):
Self-compassion.
Self-compassion I think a lotof us struggle with that.
Speaker 2 (14:56):
We do.
Speaker 1 (14:56):
We're quick to
criticize ourselves.
Speaker 2 (14:58):
Right, but we don't
offer ourselves that same
kindness that we might, you know, offer a friend.
Speaker 1 (15:02):
Exactly, and I think
that's why that prompt is so
important.
Speaker 2 (15:05):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (15:05):
It's encouraging us
to treat ourselves with the same
understanding and care that wewould offer someone we love.
Speaker 2 (15:11):
Right.
It's about recognizing thatwe're all human.
We all make mistakes.
Speaker 1 (15:15):
We do.
Speaker 2 (15:16):
And we all experience
this wide range of emotions.
Speaker 1 (15:19):
And it's okay to not
be okay, sometimes Right and
when we can offer ourselves thatcompassion, it creates a much
more supportive and nurturinginner environment, which then
can ripple outward into ourrelationships and our
interactions with the world.
Speaker 2 (15:34):
That's beautiful.
It is, it's really beautiful.
So, okay, we've exploredprompts that encourage emotional
exploration.
Self-compassion, yes.
What else does Penrose suggest?
Speaker 1 (15:45):
Well, she also
includes prompts that focus on
forgiveness, both forgivingourselves and forgiving others
which can be it can be powerful,but it's also incredibly
challenging.
Speaker 2 (15:57):
It can be Right,
right.
So Penrose actually provideslike a framework for approaching
forgiveness through journaling.
Speaker 1 (16:05):
I like that.
What does that look like?
Speaker 2 (16:07):
So one prompt asks is
there anyone you need to
forgive, including yourself?
Speaker 1 (16:12):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (16:13):
And it's a direct
invitation to just acknowledge
any lingering resentment oranger that we might be holding
on to.
Speaker 1 (16:23):
Right, because
sometimes we might not even
realize how much we're carryingI know, and that unresolved
anger or resentment can reallyweigh us down emotionally and
prevent us from moving forward.
Speaker 2 (16:34):
So acknowledging
those feelings is the first step
towards letting them go,exactly, okay.
Speaker 1 (16:39):
And then Penrose
encourages us to explore why we
might be holding on to thosefeelings.
So it's about understanding theroot of the anger or resentment
, challenging its validity.
Speaker 2 (16:51):
Instead of just
suppressing those feelings,
we're like digging deeper tounderstand where they're coming
from.
Speaker 1 (16:57):
Right, and sometimes
that exploration can lead to
some really unexpected insights.
We might realize that thatwe're holding on to anger that
isn't even ours to carry.
Speaker 2 (17:09):
Right.
Speaker 1 (17:10):
Or that you know
we're punishing ourselves for
something that happened a longtime ago.
Yeah, I've been there I thinkwe all have at some point.
Speaker 2 (17:16):
Right.
Speaker 1 (17:17):
So once we've you
know we've explored those
feelings, penrose then asks usto consider what would it feel
like to let go of this anger orresentment.
So it's about visualizingourselves releasing that baggage
and feeling that lightness thatcomes with forgiveness.
Speaker 2 (17:35):
I can imagine that
would be incredibly liberating.
Speaker 1 (17:38):
It is.
Speaker 2 (17:38):
Like breaking free
from chains that have been
binding us.
Speaker 1 (17:41):
Exactly, and Penrose
even suggests writing a letter
to the person we need to forgive, even if we never send it.
It's just a way to kind ofexpress those feelings and
release them in a healthy way.
Speaker 2 (17:53):
I like that.
It's like giving ourselvespermission to process those
emotions.
Speaker 1 (17:57):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (17:57):
Let them go without
having to confront the other
patient directly, exactly.
Speaker 1 (18:01):
And remember
forgiveness is a gift we give
ourselves.
Speaker 2 (18:04):
Right.
Speaker 1 (18:05):
It's not about
condoning the other person's
actions.
Speaker 2 (18:08):
Right.
Speaker 1 (18:09):
It's about freeing
ourselves.
Speaker 2 (18:10):
Right.
Speaker 1 (18:10):
From the burden of
holding on to that anger and
resentment.
Speaker 2 (18:14):
Yeah, that's a really
powerful perspective.
Speaker 1 (18:16):
It is.
Speaker 2 (18:17):
So we've explored
prompts that encourage emotional
exploration.
Speaker 1 (18:20):
We have.
Speaker 2 (18:21):
Self-compassion,
forgiveness.
Speaker 1 (18:23):
Yes.
Speaker 2 (18:23):
What other areas does
Penrose cover?
Speaker 1 (18:25):
She also includes
prompts that focus on
cultivating self-love, embracingvulnerability and building
healthy relationships.
Speaker 2 (18:33):
Wow, this is really
comprehensive.
Speaker 1 (18:35):
It is.
Speaker 2 (18:35):
Okay, let's dive into
those prompts next.
Speaker 1 (18:37):
Okay, so let's start
with the prompts that focus on
self-love.
Speaker 2 (18:41):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (18:41):
One prompt asks what
are five things you love about
yourself?
Five things you love aboutyourself.
It's a simple but powerfulexercise in just recognizing our
own worthiness and celebratingour unique qualities.
Speaker 2 (18:55):
Yeah, it's so easy to
focus on, like our flaws and
imperfections that we forget allthe amazing things.
Speaker 1 (19:02):
Exactly, and I think
that's why this prompt is so
important.
It's about shifting our focusto the positive and cultivating
a more loving and acceptingrelationship with ourselves.
Speaker 2 (19:13):
Right, because when
we love and accept ourselves, it
radiates outward into all areasof our lives.
Speaker 1 (19:19):
It does, Okay.
Another prompt in this sectionasks what are you doing to
nurture yourself this month?
Speaker 2 (19:25):
Oh, I like that.
Speaker 1 (19:26):
It's a reminder that
self-care is not a luxury, it's
a necessity.
Speaker 2 (19:31):
It's so easy to get
caught up in taking care of
everyone else that we neglectour own needs.
Speaker 1 (19:35):
Exactly, and that's
why it's so important to make
time for activities that nourishour minds, our bodies and our
souls.
Speaker 2 (19:43):
It could be anything
from taking a relaxing bath to
reading a good book, to spendingtime in nature.
Speaker 1 (19:49):
Anything that makes
you feel good.
Speaker 2 (19:50):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (19:51):
That recharges your
batteries Right, so you can show
up as your best self.
Speaker 2 (19:55):
And Penrose also
includes prompts that encourage
us to embrace vulnerability.
Speaker 1 (20:00):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (20:00):
Which I think is
really important.
It is, but also can bechallenging.
Speaker 1 (20:03):
Oh, for sure.
Speaker 2 (20:05):
One prompt asks what
is something you're afraid to
share with others.
Speaker 1 (20:09):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (20:09):
It's like an
invitation to really explore
those parts of ourselves that wemight be hiding or ashamed of.
Speaker 1 (20:16):
It can be scary you
can be To expose our
vulnerabilities even toourselves, let alone to others.
Speaker 2 (20:22):
Right.
Speaker 1 (20:23):
But that's where you
know, the power of journaling
comes in.
Speaker 2 (20:27):
It provides that safe
and private space right to
explore those feelings likewe're giving ourselves
permission to be authentic weare right, yeah, to embrace all
parts of ourselves, even onesthat we might not always like
exactly and when we can do that.
Speaker 1 (20:41):
it creates a much
deeper sense of self-acceptance
and it allows us to reallyconnect with others on a much
more genuine level.
Speaker 2 (20:50):
So embracing
vulnerability is actually key to
building stronger relationships.
Speaker 1 (20:55):
It is Okay, which
leads us to the final set of
prompts in this section whichfocus on building those healthy
relationships.
Speaker 2 (21:03):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (21:04):
So one prompt asks
what qualities do you value most
in a friend or partner?
It's an invitation to reflecton what's truly important in our
relationships.
Speaker 2 (21:15):
Right, because it's
so easy to get caught up in
those, those superficialqualities.
Speaker 1 (21:19):
Right.
Speaker 2 (21:19):
But ultimately, it's
the deeper values that create
those lasting and fulfillingconnections.
Speaker 1 (21:24):
And another prompt
asks how can you show up more
authentically in yourrelationships?
Speaker 2 (21:29):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (21:29):
So it's about
bringing our whole selves to the
table, without pretending to besomeone we're not.
Speaker 2 (21:35):
Right, because true
connection happens when we can
be ourselves flaws and allExactly.
Speaker 1 (21:39):
Okay, and these
prompts encourage us to
communicate our needs clearlyset those healthy boundaries and
cultivate relationships thatare based on, you know, mutual
respect and understanding.
Speaker 2 (21:51):
Yeah, I'm really
impressed with the depth and
breadth of these prompts.
Speaker 1 (21:54):
They're great.
Speaker 2 (21:56):
Penrose has created
such a comprehensive guide.
Speaker 1 (21:59):
She has.
Speaker 2 (22:00):
For personal growth
and self-discovery.
Speaker 1 (22:02):
And remember how it's
all connected to you.
Know that sense of purpose thatextends beyond ourselves, right
to you.
Know that sense of purpose thatextends beyond ourselves.
It's about using our talentsand our growth to make a
positive impact on the world.
Speaker 2 (22:14):
It's about
recognizing that we're all
interconnected.
We are, and that our actionscan create a ripple effect that
extends far beyond ourselves.
Speaker 1 (22:24):
And I think that's
what makes them so inspiring.
Speaker 2 (22:27):
It is.
Speaker 1 (22:27):
Right yeah.
Speaker 2 (22:29):
They invite us to
dream big.
Speaker 1 (22:30):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (22:31):
Believe in ourselves.
Speaker 1 (22:31):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (22:32):
And use our journey
of self-discovery to make a
difference in the world.
Speaker 1 (22:36):
Okay, so we've
explored four of Penrose's
prompt categories.
Speaker 2 (22:41):
We have.
Speaker 1 (22:41):
New moon intentions,
new moon reflections, new moon
challenges, yes, and then all ofthose prompts that encourage us
to like dive into our emotions.
Speaker 2 (22:51):
Right.
Speaker 1 (22:52):
What else is there?
Speaker 2 (22:52):
Well, she also
includes a section.
Speaker 1 (22:54):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (22:55):
On harnessing the
power of visualization.
Speaker 1 (22:57):
Oh, okay.
Speaker 2 (22:58):
And using it to
manifest our desires.
Speaker 1 (23:00):
That sounds
interesting.
Speaker 2 (23:01):
It is.
Speaker 1 (23:01):
Okay, let's dive into
those visualization prompts.
Speaker 2 (23:04):
Let's do it.
So we've covered a lot withthese new moon journal prompts
yeah from like settingintentions and reflecting on our
progress, right to like reallydiving deep into our emotions
and embracing uh vulnerabilityit's been a journey it has.
Now I'm really curious aboutthis whole idea of visualization
okay and and harnessing that tomanifest our desires.
Speaker 1 (23:27):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (23:28):
It sounds kind of
magical.
Speaker 1 (23:29):
It does, doesn't it?
Speaker 2 (23:31):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (23:31):
But you know the idea
that our thoughts can influence
reality.
It's not as far-fetched as itmight seem.
There's actually a growing bodyof research that suggests
visualization can have a reallytangible impact on our lives.
Speaker 2 (23:46):
So it's not just
wishful thinking.
Speaker 1 (23:48):
Not at all.
Visualization is a techniquethat's used by athletes,
performers, business leaders toimprove their performance and
achieve their goals.
Speaker 2 (23:57):
So how does that
actually work?
That's the science behind it.
Speaker 1 (24:00):
Studies have shown
that when we visualize ourselves
performing an action, ourbrains actually fire in a
similar way to when wephysically perform that action.
Speaker 2 (24:12):
So our brains don't
necessarily distinguish between
a real experience and a vividlyimagined one Exactly.
That's so cool.
Speaker 1 (24:20):
And that's why
visualization can be such a
powerful tool for creatingchange.
Okay, by repeatedly visualizingourselves achieving our goals
Right, we're essentiallyprogramming our brains to
believe it's possible.
Ok, by repeatedly visualizingourselves achieving our goals
Right.
We're essentially programmingour brains to believe it's
possible.
Speaker 2 (24:32):
OK.
Speaker 1 (24:32):
Which then increases,
you know, our motivation and
our chances of success.
Speaker 2 (24:36):
So how does this tie
into the new moon and these
journal prompts?
Cool, like, how do we connectthose two?
Speaker 1 (24:41):
Penrose suggests
using the energy of the new moon
to amplify our visualizationefforts.
Oh, I like that.
It's like we're tapping intothat cosmic energy of new
beginnings to give ourvisualizations an extra boost.
Speaker 2 (24:54):
Okay, so what are
some of the prompts?
Speaker 1 (24:56):
Okay.
So one prompt asks what is yourbiggest dream?
You know, it's aboutidentifying that one overarching
goal that truly lights you up.
Speaker 2 (25:06):
Like the thing that
yeah.
Speaker 1 (25:07):
The thing that really
gets us going.
Speaker 2 (25:09):
Feels aligned with
your soul's purpose.
Speaker 1 (25:11):
I like that.
Speaker 2 (25:12):
And once we've
identified that dream, okay.
Penrose encourages us tovisualize ourselves living that
dream life Okay In as muchdetail as possible, like really
immersing ourselves in it.
Yeah, engage all of your senses.
Speaker 1 (25:26):
Okay.
Speaker 2 (25:27):
What do you see, hear
, smell, taste, feel?
Speaker 1 (25:30):
Like create a movie
in our mind.
Speaker 2 (25:32):
Exact Starring
ourselves.
Speaker 1 (25:33):
Yes, the more vivid
and detailed our visualization,
the more powerful its impact onour subconscious.
Speaker 2 (25:42):
And she even suggests
writing it down.
She does Almost like ascreenplay.
Speaker 1 (25:44):
Wow, okay, for our
dream life.
So we're identifying our bigdream Right, visualizing
ourselves livingplay.
Speaker 2 (25:46):
Wow, okay For our
dream life.
So we're identifying our bigdream.
Speaker 1 (25:49):
Right.
Speaker 2 (25:49):
Visualizing ourselves
living it in detail, uh-huh.
Okay, what else?
Speaker 1 (25:53):
Another prompt asks
what are the obstacles that are
preventing you from achievingthis dream?
Speaker 2 (25:59):
Right, you know it's
about.
Every journey has its obstacles.
Speaker 1 (26:02):
Exactly, and it's so
easy to get discouraged when
those challenges arise.
But this prompt allows us tomentally rehearse those
situations Okay and developstrategies for overcoming them.
Speaker 2 (26:15):
So we're training our
minds to be more resilient.
We are resourceful even whenthings get tough, exactly by
visualizing ourselves likesuccessfully navigating.
Speaker 1 (26:23):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (26:24):
Those obstacles.
Speaker 1 (26:25):
We're building
confidence in our ability to
handle whatever comes our way.
Speaker 2 (26:30):
Okay, I really like
that.
Speaker 1 (26:31):
Penrose also includes
prompts that encourage us to
visualize ourselves receivingsupport from others.
Speaker 2 (26:39):
Because we don't have
to achieve our dreams alone,
right.
Speaker 1 (26:42):
We don't.
Speaker 2 (26:43):
We can lean on our
friends, mentors, our community,
exactly On our friends, mentors, our community.
Speaker 1 (26:46):
Exactly, and by
visualizing ourselves receiving
that support, we're openingourselves to the possibility of
receiving it in the real world.
Speaker 2 (26:54):
It's like we're
sending out a signal that we're
ready to receive help.
Speaker 1 (26:58):
Exactly and that
we're not in this alone, and I
think that's a really importantmessage, especially when it
comes to personal growth andmaking a positive impact on the
world, to personal growth andmaking a positive impact on the
world, you know.
Penrose really emphasizes thisidea that our personal growth
and our efforts to you know makea difference.
They're deeply intertwined.
Speaker 2 (27:18):
It's not just about
achieving success for ourselves,
but about using our talents andour growth to benefit others.
Speaker 1 (27:26):
Exactly, and I think
that's what makes these prompts
so inspiring.
It is they invite us to dreambig, to believe in ourselves and
to really use our journey ofself-discovery to make a
meaningful difference in theworld.
Speaker 2 (27:38):
I've learned so much
from this deep dive, me too.
These New Moon Journal promptsare just.
Speaker 1 (27:43):
They're amazing.
Speaker 2 (27:44):
They are.
Speaker 1 (27:44):
They're amazing and
remember the new moon is a time
of infinite possibility.
It's a chance to plant thoseseeds of intention, nurture our
dreams and really step into abrighter future.
Speaker 2 (27:57):
So let's make the
most of this magical lunar phase
.
Let's do it and harness itsenergy to manifest our desires,
overcome our challenges andcreate a life that is truly
filled with purpose, joy andabundance.
Speaker 1 (28:10):
I love that.
Speaker 2 (28:11):
Thank you so much for
joining us on this deep dive.
Speaker 1 (28:13):
Thank you.
Speaker 2 (28:14):
I hope these prompts
inspired you to connect with the
power of the new moon andcreate a life that is truly
aligned with your highestpotential.
Speaker 1 (28:21):
Beautiful.