December 1, 2024 • 11 mins
50 Journal Prompts for New Years Eve
Unlock the transformative power of New Year's Eve journaling with our latest episode, where we promise you'll discover how a simple pen and paper can set the stage for a year of growth and self-discovery. Imagine entering the new year with a clear vision, freed from the constraints of the past, and ready to embrace serendipity. We present a compelling framework of 50 prompts across five key areas to guide your reflective journey: from honoring the lessons of the past year to setting intentions that reflect your deepest values. Delve into the art of acknowledging unexpected moments, breaking free from limiting beliefs, and prioritizing time based on what truly matters. Let us guide you through the nuances of reflection and goal-setting, creating a dynamic loop that fuels your personal transformation.
As your hosts, we're thrilled to share insights on how journaling can become a powerful tool for storytelling and self-awareness. Whether you're a seasoned writer or just dipping your toes into the world of journaling, our advice is straightforward: shed the fear of imperfection and simply start. Journaling prompts act as catalysts, pushing you to ask profound questions and confront hidden truths, leading to enhanced clarity and perspective. This episode is an invitation to make this a year of intentional living, where sharing your stories becomes an act of empowerment. So grab your journal and let’s embark on this journey of self-discovery together, ready to meet the new year with hope and purpose.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
All right, deep divers.
We're back and ready to reallyunpack all this stuff you guys
have been sending us.
Speaker 2 (00:07):
So much good material .
Speaker 1 (00:08):
I know.
So tonight we're going to do adeep dive on New Year's Eve
journaling.
Speaker 2 (00:11):
Perfect timing too.
Speaker 1 (00:13):
It is right, it's getting to be that time of year.
Speaker 2 (00:15):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (00:16):
And we've got this great article from Lestallion
with like 50 journaling prompts50?
That's a lot, right, Right?
So we're going to help you findthe ones that really, really
speak to you, Because New Year'sEve it's kind of like it is
like that universal time forreflection.
Speaker 2 (00:33):
Everyone's thinking about it, at least a little bit.
Speaker 1 (00:35):
Right, like where have I been, where am I going?
But 50 prompts, I mean, wheredo you even begin?
Speaker 2 (00:41):
I can feel overwhelming.
Speaker 1 (00:42):
Yeah, totally overwhelming.
So good thing you've got us.
So let's break it down.
Lestallion, very helpfully, haskind of divided these 50
prompts into five sections.
Speaker 2 (00:51):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (00:52):
Each one's got 10 prompts, so we've got reflecting
on the year behind, which seemslike a pretty logical place to
start.
Speaker 2 (00:57):
Makes sense.
Speaker 1 (01:02):
Then we go into letting go of the past, which
that's a good one, thencelebrating your achievements.
They're very important.
Speaker 2 (01:05):
Love that.
Speaker 1 (01:06):
Setting intentions for the new year and finally
looking forward with hope.
Speaker 2 (01:10):
I like how they organize that.
It gives you a nice framework.
Speaker 1 (01:13):
Right, it's like a roadmap for self-reflection.
Speaker 2 (01:15):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (01:16):
So let's dig into that first section, reflecting
on the year behind, and I wasimmediately drawn to prompt
number nine, which is what was asurprising moment that happened
this year.
Speaker 2 (01:30):
Ooh fun.
Speaker 1 (01:31):
Right, right about how this unexpected event
changed your outlook or plans,so something that maybe totally
blindsided you, good or bad.
Speaker 2 (01:39):
Those can be the most powerful moments, sometimes the
ones you don't see coming, andthey totally can change, like
everything, absolutely.
Speaker 1 (01:44):
You think you're going see coming and they
totally can change likeeverything, absolutely.
Speaker 2 (01:46):
You think you're going one way and bam, suddenly
you're on a whole new path.
Speaker 1 (01:49):
It's like those detours that actually lead to
something amazing.
Speaker 2 (01:52):
I love that.
The detours.
Speaker 1 (01:54):
Yeah, speaking of detours, let's move on to that
next section, letting go of thepast.
Speaker 2 (01:59):
Okay, this one, I think, is going to be juicy.
Speaker 1 (02:02):
I know, and this prompt, prompt number two, just
jumped out at me.
It says what limiting beliefsheld you back this year.
Speaker 2 (02:08):
Oof yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:10):
Write about how these beliefs affected your choices
and how you plan to overcomethem in the future.
Speaker 2 (02:16):
So this is where it gets real, this is where the
work begins, because thosebeliefs, sometimes we don't even
know they're there.
Speaker 1 (02:21):
They're so sneaky, right Like under the surface, we
don't even know they're there.
Speaker 2 (02:23):
They're so sneaky, right Like under the surface,
but they are controllingeverything.
You know.
If you believe you can't dosomething, you're never going to
try it.
Speaker 1 (02:28):
And then you'll never know.
Speaker 2 (02:29):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:30):
That makes me think of Carol Dweck's work on growth
mindset.
Speaker 2 (02:33):
Oh, absolutely, it's like fixed mindset versus growth
mindset.
Speaker 1 (02:42):
So, maybe this prompt is about recognizing those
fixed mindsets and shifting tomore of a growth mindset,
exactly, oh, I love it.
Okay, let's keep going.
We've got to celebrate somewins, celebrating your
achievements.
Speaker 2 (02:49):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (02:50):
Prompt number six.
This is a good one.
How did you step out of yourcomfort zone this year?
Speaker 2 (02:55):
Oh, I like that.
Speaker 1 (02:57):
Write about what you learned from taking risks and
how it expanded your horizons.
I think sometimes we forget tocelebrate those moments.
Speaker 2 (03:05):
We get so focused on what we didn't accomplish, what
we still want to do, you know.
Speaker 1 (03:09):
Totally, and it's so important to acknowledge those
times when you did somethingthat scared you a little.
Speaker 2 (03:14):
Because even small steps outside of your comfort
zone can lead to massive growth.
Speaker 1 (03:18):
Absolutely, and you build that resilience.
Speaker 2 (03:20):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (03:21):
Okay, now it's time to get intentional, setting
intentions for the new year, andprompt number four really stood
out to me here.
It asks how do you want toprioritize your time in the new
year?
Good one so key right, reflecton what matters most to you and
how you plan to organize yourschedule around those priorities
(03:41):
because if you don't make thosedecisions, someone else will
make them for you.
That's so true Life will justtake over.
Speaker 2 (03:47):
It will.
You'll be busy, but are youbusy doing the things that
really light you up?
Speaker 1 (03:51):
That's the question.
All right.
Last but not least, we havelooking forward with hope.
Speaker 2 (03:58):
My favorite part.
Speaker 1 (03:59):
And prompt number seven really grabbed my
attention.
It says what excites you aboutthe unknown of the new year.
Speaker 2 (04:04):
Ooh, that's good.
Speaker 1 (04:06):
Right Write about how embracing uncertainty can lead
to unexpected opportunities.
I mean, it's kind of a paradox.
Speaker 2 (04:13):
It is.
We crave certainty, but thenthe unknown.
That's where the magic happens.
Speaker 1 (04:17):
It is where the magic happens.
So what if we vieweduncertainty not as a threat but
as like, an invitation toexplore new possibilities?
Speaker 2 (04:25):
Oh, I love that.
It's like opening the door toserendipity.
Speaker 1 (04:29):
It is Okay.
So wow, we've covered a lot ofground here.
Speaker 2 (04:32):
You have.
Speaker 1 (04:33):
We've talked about reflecting, letting go,
celebrating, setting intentionsand looking forward with hope.
So much good stuff.
Anything really jumping out atyou so far?
Speaker 2 (04:42):
You know, I'm really struck by how interconnected all
of these prompts are.
It's not just about lookingback or just about setting goals
.
It's about how those two thingsinform and shape each other.
Speaker 1 (04:52):
It's like a feedback loop almost.
Speaker 2 (04:54):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (04:54):
I love that, but before we go too deep into that,
we're going to take a quickbreak.
When we come back we're goingto dive into some of the other
listener notes and talk abouthow we can really apply these
prompts in.
Speaker 2 (05:05):
Can't wait.
Yeah, it really is, and that'swhat makes it so much more
powerful.
It's not just about like a NewYear's resolution.
It's deeper, way deeper.
Speaker 1 (05:12):
Yeah.
So I'm curious for youpersonally is there a particular
journaling prompt that you findyourself going back to, one
that you've really found helpful?
Speaker 2 (05:23):
Honestly, that one about limiting beliefs has been
a game changer for me.
It's just so easy to let thosenegative thoughts run the show,
you know without even realizingit exactly.
But once you actually writethem down and like really look
at them, they kind of lose theirpower.
It's like oh there, you areagain trying to hold me back I
love that shining a light onthem.
Speaker 1 (05:44):
It makes them seem less scary somehow way less
scary and it's funny becausethis whole idea of journaling it
can also be a powerful tool formanifestation.
Speaker 2 (05:54):
Oh, absolutely.
Have you ever thought about itthat way?
Yeah, totally.
When we write down what we want, it's like we're sending a
message out to the universe.
Speaker 1 (06:01):
I love that and it makes it more real somehow.
Speaker 2 (06:03):
It does, it makes it more tangible.
Speaker 1 (06:05):
Right, you're not just thinking it, and I think
that ties in so well with thatprompt about prioritizing your
time.
It all connects.
It does, because if you'reserious about manifesting those
dreams, you have to make spacefor them in your life.
Speaker 2 (06:18):
Right Right.
You can't just write it downand then go about your day like
nothing's changed.
It's about action.
Speaker 1 (06:23):
It's about alignment.
Yeah, what are you saying yesto?
What are you saying no to?
Speaker 2 (06:27):
Making conscious choices.
Speaker 1 (06:29):
So we've talked about reflecting, letting go,
celebrating, setting intentions.
But what about that last part,looking forward with hope?
Speaker 2 (06:36):
Okay, yeah.
Speaker 1 (06:38):
That feels almost like the culmination of it all.
Speaker 2 (06:41):
It does.
It's like taking everythingwe've learned, everything we've
realized, and using that tocreate a vision for the future.
Speaker 1 (06:47):
The future we want.
Speaker 2 (06:50):
Exactly and that prompt about embracing
uncertainty.
I think that really captures it.
Speaker 1 (06:54):
It does, it's like OK , I don't know exactly what's
coming, but I'm open to it.
Speaker 2 (06:58):
I'm ready Bring it on .
Speaker 1 (06:59):
It's like surrendering to the flow of life
, but still holding on to yourintentions.
Speaker 2 (07:05):
Yeah, yeah, that's good, that surrender.
I think that's where hopereally comes in.
Speaker 1 (07:09):
This is such a great conversation We've covered so
much.
Speaker 2 (07:12):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (07:12):
From like the really practical stuff about journaling
to I don't know some.
Anytime, you need a littleboost, a little clarity.
Yeah, and before we wrap up, Iwant to come back to something
(07:35):
listalion says in the article.
It's that question imaginelooking back on this next year.
What do you hope to write abouton new year's eve, 2025.
Speaker 2 (07:46):
that's a powerful question it is.
Speaker 1 (07:49):
It's like writing a letter to your future self.
Speaker 2 (07:51):
Totally so.
What would be in your letter?
What do you hope to see?
Speaker 1 (07:55):
I think for me it comes back to that sense of
alignment.
I want to be able to look backand say, yeah, I lived this year
in a way that felt authentic tome.
Speaker 2 (08:04):
Authenticity.
Speaker 1 (08:05):
Like I honored my values.
I took some risks.
I know I expanded my horizons.
What about you?
What would your letter say?
Speaker 2 (08:13):
Oh, let's see.
I think for me it's aboutcontinuing to cultivate that
sense of curiosity, thatopenness to the unknown.
I want to look back and see ayear filled with new experiences
, new connections, yeah, andhopefully those limiting beliefs
.
I want to see them gettingsmaller and smaller in the
rearview mirror.
Speaker 1 (08:31):
I love that.
So it's not just about the yearahead, it's like it's about the
ongoing journey.
Speaker 2 (08:36):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (08:37):
And that journey is what makes life so exciting.
Speaker 2 (08:39):
It does, it really does.
Speaker 1 (08:40):
This has been such an incredible deep dive.
Speaker 2 (08:42):
I know so much good stuff.
Speaker 1 (08:44):
I feel so inspired to I don't know approach this New
Year's Eve with more purpose,more intention.
Speaker 2 (08:49):
Me too, and it's not just about goals, it's about
understanding ourselves.
Speaker 1 (08:53):
And creating a life that reflects that.
Speaker 2 (08:55):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (08:56):
So, as we wrap up, I want to encourage everybody
listening just embrace thispower of journaling.
It's so simple, but it can beso profound.
Speaker 2 (09:05):
It can change your life.
Speaker 1 (09:06):
And who knows, maybe you'll discover you're an
amazing writer.
Speaker 2 (09:08):
You never know.
Speaker 1 (09:09):
But even if you don't , the benefits are like
immeasurable, totally.
So, as we close out, I want toleave you with this thought you
have a story to tell.
Speaker 2 (09:19):
We all do.
Speaker 1 (09:21):
And journaling is a way to give voice to that story.
Speaker 2 (09:23):
To honor your experiences.
Speaker 1 (09:25):
So let's all make this a year of telling our
stories, embracing our truthsand living our lives with
intention and purpose.
Speaker 2 (09:32):
Cheers to that.
Speaker 1 (09:33):
Happy New Year everyone.
It's true, isn't it?
There's something about likegetting it out of your head.
Speaker 2 (09:38):
Onto the page.
Speaker 1 (09:39):
Yeah, and then you can kind of see it more clearly,
get some perspective.
Speaker 2 (09:43):
Absolutely, and I think that's why these
journaling prompts are sohelpful, you know.
Speaker 1 (09:46):
They give you a starting point they do and they
make you ask yourself some hardquestions sometimes questions
you might not ask yourselfotherwise right exactly so, as
we wrap up this deep dive, I'mcurious what would you say to
someone who's like I don't knowa little hesitant to start
journaling.
Maybe they're intimidated, orthey think they don't have
anything interesting to say oh,I've been there.
Speaker 2 (10:09):
I think we all have.
But honestly, just start.
Speaker 1 (10:12):
Don't overthink it.
Speaker 2 (10:13):
Don't worry about being perfect or profound or
whatever.
Just get a notebook or open adocument on your computer and
just start writing.
Speaker 1 (10:22):
See what comes out.
Speaker 2 (10:23):
You might be surprised and you might even
discover you love to write.
Speaker 1 (10:26):
That would be a great bonus, wouldn't it?
Speaker 2 (10:28):
It would.
But even if you don't, you know, find your inner Hemingway or
whatever the benefits for, likeself-awareness, personal growth,
I mean, that's the real magic.
Speaker 1 (10:36):
That's so well said and, as we close out, I want to
leave our listeners with thisthought you have a story to tell
.
You do, everyone does, andjournaling is a way to give
voice to that story.
It's a way to honor yourexperiences.
Speaker 2 (10:51):
And create a legacy.
Speaker 1 (10:51):
A legacy of self-reflection, of growth.
Yeah, so let's all make this ayear of telling our stories,
embracing our truths and reallyliving our lives with intention.
Speaker 2 (11:02):
I love that.
Speaker 1 (11:03):
Happy New Year everyone.
All right, deep divers.
We're back and ready to reallyunpack all this stuff you guys
have been sending us.
Speaker 2 (00:07):
So much good material .
Speaker 1 (00:08):
I know.
So tonight we're going to do adeep dive on New Year's Eve
journaling.
Speaker 2 (00:11):
Perfect timing too.
Speaker 1 (00:13):
It is right, it's getting to be that time of year.
Speaker 2 (00:15):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (00:16):
And we've got this great article from Lestallion
with like 50 journaling prompts50?
That's a lot, right, Right?
So we're going to help you findthe ones that really, really
speak to you, Because New Year'sEve it's kind of like it is
like that universal time forreflection.
Speaker 2 (00:33):
Everyone's thinking about it, at least a little bit.
Speaker 1 (00:35):
Right, like where have I been, where am I going?
But 50 prompts, I mean, wheredo you even begin?
Speaker 2 (00:41):
I can feel overwhelming.
Speaker 1 (00:42):
Yeah, totally overwhelming.
So good thing you've got us.
So let's break it down.
Lestallion, very helpfully, haskind of divided these 50
prompts into five sections.
Speaker 2 (00:51):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (00:52):
Each one's got 10 prompts, so we've got reflecting
on the year behind, which seemslike a pretty logical place to
start.
Speaker 2 (00:57):
Makes sense.
Speaker 1 (01:02):
Then we go into letting go of the past, which
that's a good one, thencelebrating your achievements.
They're very important.
Speaker 2 (01:05):
Love that.
Speaker 1 (01:06):
Setting intentions for the new year and finally
looking forward with hope.
Speaker 2 (01:10):
I like how they organize that.
It gives you a nice framework.
Speaker 1 (01:13):
Right, it's like a roadmap for self-reflection.
Speaker 2 (01:15):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (01:16):
So let's dig into that first section, reflecting
on the year behind, and I wasimmediately drawn to prompt
number nine, which is what was asurprising moment that happened
this year.
Speaker 2 (01:30):
Ooh fun.
Speaker 1 (01:31):
Right, right about how this unexpected event
changed your outlook or plans,so something that maybe totally
blindsided you, good or bad.
Speaker 2 (01:39):
Those can be the most powerful moments, sometimes the
ones you don't see coming, andthey totally can change, like
everything, absolutely.
Speaker 1 (01:44):
You think you're going see coming and they
totally can change likeeverything, absolutely.
Speaker 2 (01:46):
You think you're going one way and bam, suddenly
you're on a whole new path.
Speaker 1 (01:49):
It's like those detours that actually lead to
something amazing.
Speaker 2 (01:52):
I love that.
The detours.
Speaker 1 (01:54):
Yeah, speaking of detours, let's move on to that
next section, letting go of thepast.
Speaker 2 (01:59):
Okay, this one, I think, is going to be juicy.
Speaker 1 (02:02):
I know, and this prompt, prompt number two, just
jumped out at me.
It says what limiting beliefsheld you back this year.
Speaker 2 (02:08):
Oof yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:10):
Write about how these beliefs affected your choices
and how you plan to overcomethem in the future.
Speaker 2 (02:16):
So this is where it gets real, this is where the
work begins, because thosebeliefs, sometimes we don't even
know they're there.
Speaker 1 (02:21):
They're so sneaky, right Like under the surface, we
don't even know they're there.
Speaker 2 (02:23):
They're so sneaky, right Like under the surface,
but they are controllingeverything.
You know.
If you believe you can't dosomething, you're never going to
try it.
Speaker 1 (02:28):
And then you'll never know.
Speaker 2 (02:29):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:30):
That makes me think of Carol Dweck's work on growth
mindset.
Speaker 2 (02:33):
Oh, absolutely, it's like fixed mindset versus growth
mindset.
Speaker 1 (02:42):
So, maybe this prompt is about recognizing those
fixed mindsets and shifting tomore of a growth mindset,
exactly, oh, I love it.
Okay, let's keep going.
We've got to celebrate somewins, celebrating your
achievements.
Speaker 2 (02:49):
Yes.
Speaker 1 (02:50):
Prompt number six.
This is a good one.
How did you step out of yourcomfort zone this year?
Speaker 2 (02:55):
Oh, I like that.
Speaker 1 (02:57):
Write about what you learned from taking risks and
how it expanded your horizons.
I think sometimes we forget tocelebrate those moments.
Speaker 2 (03:05):
We get so focused on what we didn't accomplish, what
we still want to do, you know.
Speaker 1 (03:09):
Totally, and it's so important to acknowledge those
times when you did somethingthat scared you a little.
Speaker 2 (03:14):
Because even small steps outside of your comfort
zone can lead to massive growth.
Speaker 1 (03:18):
Absolutely, and you build that resilience.
Speaker 2 (03:20):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (03:21):
Okay, now it's time to get intentional, setting
intentions for the new year, andprompt number four really stood
out to me here.
It asks how do you want toprioritize your time in the new
year?
Good one so key right, reflecton what matters most to you and
how you plan to organize yourschedule around those priorities
(03:41):
because if you don't make thosedecisions, someone else will
make them for you.
That's so true Life will justtake over.
Speaker 2 (03:47):
It will.
You'll be busy, but are youbusy doing the things that
really light you up?
Speaker 1 (03:51):
That's the question.
All right.
Last but not least, we havelooking forward with hope.
Speaker 2 (03:58):
My favorite part.
Speaker 1 (03:59):
And prompt number seven really grabbed my
attention.
It says what excites you aboutthe unknown of the new year.
Speaker 2 (04:04):
Ooh, that's good.
Speaker 1 (04:06):
Right Write about how embracing uncertainty can lead
to unexpected opportunities.
I mean, it's kind of a paradox.
Speaker 2 (04:13):
It is.
We crave certainty, but thenthe unknown.
That's where the magic happens.
Speaker 1 (04:17):
It is where the magic happens.
So what if we vieweduncertainty not as a threat but
as like, an invitation toexplore new possibilities?
Speaker 2 (04:25):
Oh, I love that.
It's like opening the door toserendipity.
Speaker 1 (04:29):
It is Okay.
So wow, we've covered a lot ofground here.
Speaker 2 (04:32):
You have.
Speaker 1 (04:33):
We've talked about reflecting, letting go,
celebrating, setting intentionsand looking forward with hope.
So much good stuff.
Anything really jumping out atyou so far?
Speaker 2 (04:42):
You know, I'm really struck by how interconnected all
of these prompts are.
It's not just about lookingback or just about setting goals
.
It's about how those two thingsinform and shape each other.
Speaker 1 (04:52):
It's like a feedback loop almost.
Speaker 2 (04:54):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (04:54):
I love that, but before we go too deep into that,
we're going to take a quickbreak.
When we come back we're goingto dive into some of the other
listener notes and talk abouthow we can really apply these
prompts in.
Speaker 2 (05:05):
Can't wait.
Yeah, it really is, and that'swhat makes it so much more
powerful.
It's not just about like a NewYear's resolution.
It's deeper, way deeper.
Speaker 1 (05:12):
Yeah.
So I'm curious for youpersonally is there a particular
journaling prompt that you findyourself going back to, one
that you've really found helpful?
Speaker 2 (05:23):
Honestly, that one about limiting beliefs has been
a game changer for me.
It's just so easy to let thosenegative thoughts run the show,
you know without even realizingit exactly.
But once you actually writethem down and like really look
at them, they kind of lose theirpower.
It's like oh there, you areagain trying to hold me back I
love that shining a light onthem.
Speaker 1 (05:44):
It makes them seem less scary somehow way less
scary and it's funny becausethis whole idea of journaling it
can also be a powerful tool formanifestation.
Speaker 2 (05:54):
Oh, absolutely.
Have you ever thought about itthat way?
Yeah, totally.
When we write down what we want, it's like we're sending a
message out to the universe.
Speaker 1 (06:01):
I love that and it makes it more real somehow.
Speaker 2 (06:03):
It does, it makes it more tangible.
Speaker 1 (06:05):
Right, you're not just thinking it, and I think
that ties in so well with thatprompt about prioritizing your
time.
It all connects.
It does, because if you'reserious about manifesting those
dreams, you have to make spacefor them in your life.
Speaker 2 (06:18):
Right Right.
You can't just write it downand then go about your day like
nothing's changed.
It's about action.
Speaker 1 (06:23):
It's about alignment.
Yeah, what are you saying yesto?
What are you saying no to?
Speaker 2 (06:27):
Making conscious choices.
Speaker 1 (06:29):
So we've talked about reflecting, letting go,
celebrating, setting intentions.
But what about that last part,looking forward with hope?
Speaker 2 (06:36):
Okay, yeah.
Speaker 1 (06:38):
That feels almost like the culmination of it all.
Speaker 2 (06:41):
It does.
It's like taking everythingwe've learned, everything we've
realized, and using that tocreate a vision for the future.
Speaker 1 (06:47):
The future we want.
Speaker 2 (06:50):
Exactly and that prompt about embracing
uncertainty.
I think that really captures it.
Speaker 1 (06:54):
It does, it's like OK , I don't know exactly what's
coming, but I'm open to it.
Speaker 2 (06:58):
I'm ready Bring it on .
Speaker 1 (06:59):
It's like surrendering to the flow of life
, but still holding on to yourintentions.
Speaker 2 (07:05):
Yeah, yeah, that's good, that surrender.
I think that's where hopereally comes in.
Speaker 1 (07:09):
This is such a great conversation We've covered so
much.
Speaker 2 (07:12):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (07:12):
From like the really practical stuff about journaling
to I don't know some.
Anytime, you need a littleboost, a little clarity.
Yeah, and before we wrap up, Iwant to come back to something
(07:35):
listalion says in the article.
It's that question imaginelooking back on this next year.
What do you hope to write abouton new year's eve, 2025.
Speaker 2 (07:46):
that's a powerful question it is.
Speaker 1 (07:49):
It's like writing a letter to your future self.
Speaker 2 (07:51):
Totally so.
What would be in your letter?
What do you hope to see?
Speaker 1 (07:55):
I think for me it comes back to that sense of
alignment.
I want to be able to look backand say, yeah, I lived this year
in a way that felt authentic tome.
Speaker 2 (08:04):
Authenticity.
Speaker 1 (08:05):
Like I honored my values.
I took some risks.
I know I expanded my horizons.
What about you?
What would your letter say?
Speaker 2 (08:13):
Oh, let's see.
I think for me it's aboutcontinuing to cultivate that
sense of curiosity, thatopenness to the unknown.
I want to look back and see ayear filled with new experiences
, new connections, yeah, andhopefully those limiting beliefs
.
I want to see them gettingsmaller and smaller in the
rearview mirror.
Speaker 1 (08:31):
I love that.
So it's not just about the yearahead, it's like it's about the
ongoing journey.
Speaker 2 (08:36):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (08:37):
And that journey is what makes life so exciting.
Speaker 2 (08:39):
It does, it really does.
Speaker 1 (08:40):
This has been such an incredible deep dive.
Speaker 2 (08:42):
I know so much good stuff.
Speaker 1 (08:44):
I feel so inspired to I don't know approach this New
Year's Eve with more purpose,more intention.
Speaker 2 (08:49):
Me too, and it's not just about goals, it's about
understanding ourselves.
Speaker 1 (08:53):
And creating a life that reflects that.
Speaker 2 (08:55):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (08:56):
So, as we wrap up, I want to encourage everybody
listening just embrace thispower of journaling.
It's so simple, but it can beso profound.
Speaker 2 (09:05):
It can change your life.
Speaker 1 (09:06):
And who knows, maybe you'll discover you're an
amazing writer.
Speaker 2 (09:08):
You never know.
Speaker 1 (09:09):
But even if you don't , the benefits are like
immeasurable, totally.
So, as we close out, I want toleave you with this thought you
have a story to tell.
Speaker 2 (09:19):
We all do.
Speaker 1 (09:21):
And journaling is a way to give voice to that story.
Speaker 2 (09:23):
To honor your experiences.
Speaker 1 (09:25):
So let's all make this a year of telling our
stories, embracing our truthsand living our lives with
intention and purpose.
Speaker 2 (09:32):
Cheers to that.
Speaker 1 (09:33):
Happy New Year everyone.
It's true, isn't it?
There's something about likegetting it out of your head.
Speaker 2 (09:38):
Onto the page.
Speaker 1 (09:39):
Yeah, and then you can kind of see it more clearly,
get some perspective.
Speaker 2 (09:43):
Absolutely, and I think that's why these
journaling prompts are sohelpful, you know.
Speaker 1 (09:46):
They give you a starting point they do and they
make you ask yourself some hardquestions sometimes questions
you might not ask yourselfotherwise right exactly so, as
we wrap up this deep dive, I'mcurious what would you say to
someone who's like I don't knowa little hesitant to start
journaling.
Maybe they're intimidated, orthey think they don't have
anything interesting to say oh,I've been there.
Speaker 2 (10:09):
I think we all have.
But honestly, just start.
Speaker 1 (10:12):
Don't overthink it.
Speaker 2 (10:13):
Don't worry about being perfect or profound or
whatever.
Just get a notebook or open adocument on your computer and
just start writing.
Speaker 1 (10:22):
See what comes out.
Speaker 2 (10:23):
You might be surprised and you might even
discover you love to write.
Speaker 1 (10:26):
That would be a great bonus, wouldn't it?
Speaker 2 (10:28):
It would.
But even if you don't, you know, find your inner Hemingway or
whatever the benefits for, likeself-awareness, personal growth,
I mean, that's the real magic.
Speaker 1 (10:36):
That's so well said and, as we close out, I want to
leave our listeners with thisthought you have a story to tell
.
You do, everyone does, andjournaling is a way to give
voice to that story.
It's a way to honor yourexperiences.
Speaker 2 (10:51):
And create a legacy.
Speaker 1 (10:51):
A legacy of self-reflection, of growth.
Yeah, so let's all make this ayear of telling our stories,
embracing our truths and reallyliving our lives with intention.
Speaker 2 (11:02):
I love that.
Speaker 1 (11:03):
Happy New Year everyone.
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