December 3, 2024 • 9 mins
50 Journal Prompts for Recovery
Can journaling truly be the key to unlocking profound recovery? Inspired by Clara Penrose's enlightening article from Lestallion, our latest episode promises to transform your understanding of healing across physical, emotional, and personal landscapes. Get ready to harness the power of journaling prompts as we guide you through the diverse stages of recovery. Whether you're reflecting on your past, embracing the present, or envisioning a hopeful future, these prompts offer a powerful way to cultivate self-compassion and recognize even the smallest victories. Join us as we uncover the non-linear nature of recovery and explore how journaling can be a vital tool for self-awareness and growth.
Throughout our conversation, we delve into the creative and introspective nature of journaling, highlighting its role in processing emotions and embracing vulnerability. Far from just a recounting of events, journaling is a journey toward reclaiming your story and envisioning a future filled with possibilities. We discuss how these prompts, carefully crafted for self-discovery, encourage confronting uncomfortable truths and understanding your deepest emotions. As we conclude, imagine yourself fully recovered and ponder the advice you'd give to someone starting their recovery journey. It's a shared experience, a cyclical path that continues to inspire. For those eager to further explore this transformative practice, Lestallion's website is a treasure trove of prompts to support your ongoing journey.
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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Welcome in everybody.
We're diving deep today intousing journal prompts for
recovery.
Speaker 2 (00:04):
Ooh, interesting.
Speaker 1 (00:06):
Now, recovery can mean a lot of things.
Right, we could be talkingabout healing from, like, a
physical injury.
Speaker 2 (00:10):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (00:11):
Or even emotional distress.
Speaker 2 (00:12):
Mm-hmm.
Speaker 1 (00:13):
Maybe you're just feeling a bit lost.
Speaker 2 (00:15):
Right.
Speaker 1 (00:15):
And you need to kind of find your way back.
Speaker 2 (00:17):
I like that.
Speaker 1 (00:18):
So to help us on this journey.
Ok, we're going to be lookingat an article from Lestallion.
Speaker 2 (00:22):
Lestallion.
Speaker 1 (00:23):
It's a website all about journaling Cool, and the
article is called 50 JournalPrompts for Recovery.
Speaker 2 (00:29):
Okay, that's a lot of prompts.
Speaker 1 (00:30):
It is, and you know what's really cool about this
approach?
Speaker 2 (00:33):
What's that?
Speaker 1 (00:34):
Is that it recognizes that recovery isn't just about
fixing what's on the outside.
Speaker 2 (00:38):
Right.
Speaker 1 (00:38):
It's about looking inward too.
Speaker 2 (00:40):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (00:47):
And the author, clara Penrose.
She really emphasizes howpowerful journaling can be to
guide us through that process ofhealing from the inside out.
Speaker 2 (00:50):
Yeah, that makes sense.
Speaker 1 (00:52):
So let's break down these 50 prompts.
Okay, they're organized intothese categories and I got to
say this is where it gets reallyinteresting for me.
Speaker 2 (00:59):
Okay, I'm intrigued.
Speaker 1 (01:00):
We've got reflecting on the past.
We've got reflecting on thepast, embracing the present,
looking toward the future,processing emotions and
rebuilding yourself.
Speaker 2 (01:10):
Wow, that's quite the range.
Speaker 1 (01:12):
I know right.
Speaker 2 (01:13):
It really does seem like it covers like every stage
of recovery.
Speaker 1 (01:17):
It's like having a roadmap, and what I think is
really brilliant is that itrecognizes that recovery isn't
linear.
You're so right, sometimes weneed to look back, sometimes we
need to be present.
Speaker 2 (01:29):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (01:30):
And sometimes we need that little push to look ahead.
Speaker 2 (01:32):
Definitely.
Speaker 1 (01:33):
Okay, so let's start with reflecting on the past.
Speaker 2 (01:35):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (01:36):
I know this one can be a little tough.
Speaker 2 (01:37):
Yeah, sometimes you just want to forget about it.
Speaker 1 (01:40):
Exactly Like just move on Right, but these prompts
, they seem to be more aboutunderstanding the past, not
dwelling on it.
Speaker 2 (01:49):
Oh OK, that's a good distinction.
Speaker 1 (01:50):
Like there's one prompt that asks you to write a
letter to your past self.
Speaker 2 (01:54):
Oh, wow.
Speaker 1 (01:55):
From a time when you were really struggling and you
know to offer yourself the wordsof encouragement you might have
needed back then.
Speaker 2 (02:02):
That is powerful.
Speaker 1 (02:03):
What will you say to yourself?
It's incredible because it letsyou tap into this like
wellspring of self-compassion.
Speaker 2 (02:12):
It's so true.
Speaker 1 (02:13):
It's recognizing that we all go through tough times.
Speaker 2 (02:15):
We do.
Speaker 1 (02:16):
And that we deserve kindness from ourselves too.
Speaker 2 (02:18):
Even from ourselves.
Speaker 1 (02:19):
Yeah, it's like rewiring that inner critic.
You know Totally.
Instead of beating ourselves upabout the past, we're offering
support and understanding.
Speaker 2 (02:27):
You know, and by revisiting those past
experiences, but in a safe spacelike in our journal, we can
actually start to process themin a healthier way.
Speaker 1 (02:36):
I love that.
Speaker 2 (02:36):
We can start to see how even those painful
experiences maybe shaped us.
Speaker 1 (02:42):
So we've talked about reflecting on the past.
Speaker 2 (02:44):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:44):
But we also need to ground ourselves in the present.
Speaker 2 (02:47):
The here and now.
Speaker 1 (02:48):
Exactly so.
Let's move on to the embracingthe present category.
Speaker 2 (02:51):
Let's do it.
Speaker 1 (02:52):
What prompts stood out to you in this section?
Speaker 2 (02:55):
Okay, so there's this one that asks what is one small
victory you've experiencedtoday?
Speaker 1 (03:01):
I love that one.
Speaker 2 (03:02):
It seems simple.
Speaker 1 (03:03):
It does.
Speaker 2 (03:03):
But it's really about shifting our focus to the
positive.
Yeah, you know like recognizingthat even in the middle of
challenges, there are stillthings to celebrate.
Speaker 1 (03:13):
And to be grateful for.
Speaker 2 (03:14):
Absolutely Cultivating gratitude.
Speaker 1 (03:16):
You know it's so easy to get caught up in the big
picture of recovery.
Speaker 2 (03:20):
Right.
Speaker 1 (03:20):
And totally forget to acknowledge those small wins.
Speaker 2 (03:23):
Those little steps forward.
Speaker 1 (03:24):
But those small steps they add up right.
Speaker 2 (03:26):
They really do.
They're what lead to those bigchanges.
Speaker 1 (03:30):
Absolutely, and they also contribute to our sense of
self-efficacy.
Speaker 2 (03:35):
That belief that we can actually make progress.
Speaker 1 (03:37):
Which is so important in recovery.
Speaker 2 (03:39):
Especially when you're feeling overwhelmed or
discouraged overwhelmed ordiscouraged.
Speaker 1 (03:45):
Okay, so we've reflected on the past, we've
grounded ourselves in thepresent.
Now let's look ahead to thefuture with the looking toward
the future prompts.
Speaker 2 (03:50):
All right, looking ahead.
Speaker 1 (03:51):
These seem to be all about hope and possibility.
Speaker 2 (03:54):
I like that.
Speaker 1 (03:55):
And a sense of hope is so crucial in recovery.
Speaker 2 (03:58):
Couldn't agree more.
Speaker 1 (03:59):
One of the prompts asks you to imagine yourself, a
year from now, fully recovered.
Speaker 2 (04:04):
Okay, how would your life be different?
What would you be doing?
I love that this type ofvisualization can be so
motivating.
I bet it helps you create atangible image of the future
you're working towards.
Speaker 1 (04:16):
It's like planting a seed in your mind and watching
it grow.
Speaker 2 (04:19):
Exactly, and it's a reminder that, even though
recovery can be tough, there'slight at the end of the tunnel.
There really is.
It's not just about reaching adestination, though.
It's about the journey itself.
Speaker 1 (04:30):
Absolutely.
Speaker 2 (04:31):
Another prompt asks what are you learning about
yourself through this process?
Recovery is such a journey ofself-discovery.
Speaker 1 (04:39):
You know, this is making me think about how
journaling can be a powerfultool for anyone, not just those
in recovery.
Speaker 2 (04:45):
It really can be.
Speaker 1 (04:46):
It's about taking the time to connect with ourselves,
understanding our thoughts andfeelings and creating a vision
for the future.
Speaker 2 (04:54):
You're right, it's about taking ownership of our
story.
Speaker 1 (04:57):
Exactly, and these prompts offer a framework, a
starting point for thatexploration.
You do so.
Speaker 2 (05:04):
And speaking of exploration, the next category,
processing emotions really divesinto the heart of it all.
Speaker 1 (05:11):
Yeah, it feels like this category acknowledges that
recovery can be like anemotional roller coaster.
Speaker 2 (05:16):
It has.
Speaker 1 (05:16):
And it gives you the tools to like ride those waves.
Speaker 2 (05:19):
Exactly.
One prompt that I thought wasreally interesting is what
emotions are you struggling toprocess during your recovery?
Speaker 1 (05:26):
Ooh, that's a tough one.
Speaker 2 (05:28):
It can be.
Speaker 1 (05:29):
But isn't there something kind of liberating
about just acknowledging thosetough emotions, absolutely Like
the fear, the anger, the sadness, just getting it all out there?
Speaker 2 (05:39):
Especially in the safe space of your journal.
Speaker 1 (05:42):
Yeah, true judgment.
Speaker 2 (05:43):
Journaling really gives you that space to just
untangle all those complexemotions without worrying about
what other people think.
Speaker 1 (05:49):
And you can explore your feelings at your own pace.
Speaker 2 (05:52):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (05:53):
You know, there's a prompt here that reminds me of
what we were talking aboutearlier with self-compassion.
Oh, yeah, it says write aletter of forgiveness to
yourself for any mistakes you'vemade during your recovery.
Oh wow, that's a powerful one.
Speaker 2 (06:05):
It is because recovery isn't about being
perfect.
Speaker 1 (06:07):
It's not.
Speaker 2 (06:08):
It's about progress.
Speaker 1 (06:13):
And this prompt really encourages us to be kind
to ourselves, yeah, to recognizethat setbacks, they're just
part of the process.
Speaker 2 (06:19):
They are.
Speaker 1 (06:20):
It's about letting go of that self-blame.
Speaker 2 (06:21):
And making space for growth.
Speaker 1 (06:23):
And speaking of growth, the final category
rebuilding yourself focuses onhow transformative recovery can
be.
Speaker 2 (06:32):
It recognizes that recovery is not just about going
back to how things were before.
Speaker 1 (06:36):
It's about becoming a stronger, more resilient
version of yourself yeah, usingwhat you've learned to create
something new exactly there'sthis one prompt that really
resonates with me what are threequalities you admire and others
that you would like tocultivate in yourself?
Oh, I like that it's likelooking at recovery as a chance
for personal growth.
Speaker 2 (06:54):
It is, and it shows how important role models and
inspiration can be.
It encourages you to thinkabout the qualities you want to
have and then actively work onthem.
Yes.
Speaker 1 (07:03):
Another prompt asks what are you most proud of
yourself for accomplishingduring your recovery?
Speaker 2 (07:07):
It's so important to celebrate those wins.
Speaker 1 (07:10):
Both big and small.
Speaker 2 (07:11):
It helps to keep you motivated.
Speaker 1 (07:13):
It does.
Speaker 2 (07:14):
And reminds you how far you've come.
Speaker 1 (07:16):
You know, going through these tromps, I'm struck
by how intentional they are.
Speaker 2 (07:21):
In what way?
Speaker 1 (07:21):
Like they're not just random questions.
They're carefully crafted toguide you through this process
of self-discovery and growth.
Speaker 2 (07:28):
That's a great observation.
They're like catalysts, yeah,they push you to ask the tough
questions and confront thoseuncomfortable truths.
Speaker 1 (07:36):
And ultimately, to understand yourself better.
Speaker 2 (07:39):
And isn't that what recovery is all about?
Speaker 1 (07:41):
It really is.
It's about that innertransformation.
Speaker 2 (07:44):
That shift in perspective that lets you move
forward.
Speaker 1 (07:47):
With hope and purpose .
Speaker 2 (07:48):
Exactly Right.
You're reclaiming your storyand stepping into a future full
of possibility.
Speaker 1 (07:54):
It's like you're taking all these broken pieces
and you're putting them backtogether, but it's even stronger
and more beautiful than before.
Speaker 2 (08:00):
It really highlights how creative recovery can be.
Speaker 1 (08:03):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (08:04):
You get to shape your own journey.
Speaker 1 (08:05):
So, as we wrap up our deep dive into these journal
prompts, what's the one thingyou hope listeners will take
away from this?
Speaker 2 (08:12):
I really hope people see that journaling can help
them through every aspect ofrecovery.
Speaker 1 (08:17):
It's not just about writing down what happened,
right.
Speaker 2 (08:20):
It's about understanding your emotions,
your thoughts.
Speaker 1 (08:22):
Helping your spirit.
Speaker 2 (08:23):
It's about making all of that visible.
Speaker 1 (08:26):
And giving yourself permission to be vulnerable.
Speaker 2 (08:28):
To be messy, to be human.
Speaker 1 (08:30):
All in the pages of your journal.
Speaker 2 (08:31):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (08:39):
Before we go, I want to leave our listeners with one
final prompt.
Speaker 2 (08:40):
Okay, it's inspired by the article, but it's not
actually one of the prompts.
Speaker 1 (08:42):
Gotcha, imagine you're fully recovered.
What advice would you give tosomeone just starting their
journey?
Wow, what would you tell themabout the power of journaling?
Speaker 2 (08:53):
That's a great prompt .
It really makes you think aboutwhat you've learned.
Speaker 1 (08:56):
And when you share that wisdom, you're helping
yourself grow even more.
Speaker 2 (09:00):
It's like this beautiful cycle of healing.
Speaker 1 (09:03):
If you want to explore journaling even more,
the Stallion's website is agreat place to start.
Speaker 2 (09:08):
I'll have to check it out.
Speaker 1 (09:09):
They have these prompts and so many more.
And remember is a great placeto start.
I'll have to check it out.
They have these prompts and somany more.
It's awesome.
And remember you're not alonein this journey.
Speaker 2 (09:15):
We're all in this together.
Speaker 1 (09:17):
Every step you take, even the small ones.
They're all victories worthcelebrating, Right.
Welcome in everybody.
We're diving deep today intousing journal prompts for
recovery.
Speaker 2 (00:04):
Ooh, interesting.
Speaker 1 (00:06):
Now, recovery can mean a lot of things.
Right, we could be talkingabout healing from, like, a
physical injury.
Speaker 2 (00:10):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (00:11):
Or even emotional distress.
Speaker 2 (00:12):
Mm-hmm.
Speaker 1 (00:13):
Maybe you're just feeling a bit lost.
Speaker 2 (00:15):
Right.
Speaker 1 (00:15):
And you need to kind of find your way back.
Speaker 2 (00:17):
I like that.
Speaker 1 (00:18):
So to help us on this journey.
Ok, we're going to be lookingat an article from Lestallion.
Speaker 2 (00:22):
Lestallion.
Speaker 1 (00:23):
It's a website all about journaling Cool, and the
article is called 50 JournalPrompts for Recovery.
Speaker 2 (00:29):
Okay, that's a lot of prompts.
Speaker 1 (00:30):
It is, and you know what's really cool about this
approach?
Speaker 2 (00:33):
What's that?
Speaker 1 (00:34):
Is that it recognizes that recovery isn't just about
fixing what's on the outside.
Speaker 2 (00:38):
Right.
Speaker 1 (00:38):
It's about looking inward too.
Speaker 2 (00:40):
Absolutely.
Speaker 1 (00:47):
And the author, clara Penrose.
She really emphasizes howpowerful journaling can be to
guide us through that process ofhealing from the inside out.
Speaker 2 (00:50):
Yeah, that makes sense.
Speaker 1 (00:52):
So let's break down these 50 prompts.
Okay, they're organized intothese categories and I got to
say this is where it gets reallyinteresting for me.
Speaker 2 (00:59):
Okay, I'm intrigued.
Speaker 1 (01:00):
We've got reflecting on the past.
We've got reflecting on thepast, embracing the present,
looking toward the future,processing emotions and
rebuilding yourself.
Speaker 2 (01:10):
Wow, that's quite the range.
Speaker 1 (01:12):
I know right.
Speaker 2 (01:13):
It really does seem like it covers like every stage
of recovery.
Speaker 1 (01:17):
It's like having a roadmap, and what I think is
really brilliant is that itrecognizes that recovery isn't
linear.
You're so right, sometimes weneed to look back, sometimes we
need to be present.
Speaker 2 (01:29):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (01:30):
And sometimes we need that little push to look ahead.
Speaker 2 (01:32):
Definitely.
Speaker 1 (01:33):
Okay, so let's start with reflecting on the past.
Speaker 2 (01:35):
Okay.
Speaker 1 (01:36):
I know this one can be a little tough.
Speaker 2 (01:37):
Yeah, sometimes you just want to forget about it.
Speaker 1 (01:40):
Exactly Like just move on Right, but these prompts
, they seem to be more aboutunderstanding the past, not
dwelling on it.
Speaker 2 (01:49):
Oh OK, that's a good distinction.
Speaker 1 (01:50):
Like there's one prompt that asks you to write a
letter to your past self.
Speaker 2 (01:54):
Oh, wow.
Speaker 1 (01:55):
From a time when you were really struggling and you
know to offer yourself the wordsof encouragement you might have
needed back then.
Speaker 2 (02:02):
That is powerful.
Speaker 1 (02:03):
What will you say to yourself?
It's incredible because it letsyou tap into this like
wellspring of self-compassion.
Speaker 2 (02:12):
It's so true.
Speaker 1 (02:13):
It's recognizing that we all go through tough times.
Speaker 2 (02:15):
We do.
Speaker 1 (02:16):
And that we deserve kindness from ourselves too.
Speaker 2 (02:18):
Even from ourselves.
Speaker 1 (02:19):
Yeah, it's like rewiring that inner critic.
You know Totally.
Instead of beating ourselves upabout the past, we're offering
support and understanding.
Speaker 2 (02:27):
You know, and by revisiting those past
experiences, but in a safe spacelike in our journal, we can
actually start to process themin a healthier way.
Speaker 1 (02:36):
I love that.
Speaker 2 (02:36):
We can start to see how even those painful
experiences maybe shaped us.
Speaker 1 (02:42):
So we've talked about reflecting on the past.
Speaker 2 (02:44):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (02:44):
But we also need to ground ourselves in the present.
Speaker 2 (02:47):
The here and now.
Speaker 1 (02:48):
Exactly so.
Let's move on to the embracingthe present category.
Speaker 2 (02:51):
Let's do it.
Speaker 1 (02:52):
What prompts stood out to you in this section?
Speaker 2 (02:55):
Okay, so there's this one that asks what is one small
victory you've experiencedtoday?
Speaker 1 (03:01):
I love that one.
Speaker 2 (03:02):
It seems simple.
Speaker 1 (03:03):
It does.
Speaker 2 (03:03):
But it's really about shifting our focus to the
positive.
Yeah, you know like recognizingthat even in the middle of
challenges, there are stillthings to celebrate.
Speaker 1 (03:13):
And to be grateful for.
Speaker 2 (03:14):
Absolutely Cultivating gratitude.
Speaker 1 (03:16):
You know it's so easy to get caught up in the big
picture of recovery.
Speaker 2 (03:20):
Right.
Speaker 1 (03:20):
And totally forget to acknowledge those small wins.
Speaker 2 (03:23):
Those little steps forward.
Speaker 1 (03:24):
But those small steps they add up right.
Speaker 2 (03:26):
They really do.
They're what lead to those bigchanges.
Speaker 1 (03:30):
Absolutely, and they also contribute to our sense of
self-efficacy.
Speaker 2 (03:35):
That belief that we can actually make progress.
Speaker 1 (03:37):
Which is so important in recovery.
Speaker 2 (03:39):
Especially when you're feeling overwhelmed or
discouraged overwhelmed ordiscouraged.
Speaker 1 (03:45):
Okay, so we've reflected on the past, we've
grounded ourselves in thepresent.
Now let's look ahead to thefuture with the looking toward
the future prompts.
Speaker 2 (03:50):
All right, looking ahead.
Speaker 1 (03:51):
These seem to be all about hope and possibility.
Speaker 2 (03:54):
I like that.
Speaker 1 (03:55):
And a sense of hope is so crucial in recovery.
Speaker 2 (03:58):
Couldn't agree more.
Speaker 1 (03:59):
One of the prompts asks you to imagine yourself, a
year from now, fully recovered.
Speaker 2 (04:04):
Okay, how would your life be different?
What would you be doing?
I love that this type ofvisualization can be so
motivating.
I bet it helps you create atangible image of the future
you're working towards.
Speaker 1 (04:16):
It's like planting a seed in your mind and watching
it grow.
Speaker 2 (04:19):
Exactly, and it's a reminder that, even though
recovery can be tough, there'slight at the end of the tunnel.
There really is.
It's not just about reaching adestination, though.
It's about the journey itself.
Speaker 1 (04:30):
Absolutely.
Speaker 2 (04:31):
Another prompt asks what are you learning about
yourself through this process?
Recovery is such a journey ofself-discovery.
Speaker 1 (04:39):
You know, this is making me think about how
journaling can be a powerfultool for anyone, not just those
in recovery.
Speaker 2 (04:45):
It really can be.
Speaker 1 (04:46):
It's about taking the time to connect with ourselves,
understanding our thoughts andfeelings and creating a vision
for the future.
Speaker 2 (04:54):
You're right, it's about taking ownership of our
story.
Speaker 1 (04:57):
Exactly, and these prompts offer a framework, a
starting point for thatexploration.
You do so.
Speaker 2 (05:04):
And speaking of exploration, the next category,
processing emotions really divesinto the heart of it all.
Speaker 1 (05:11):
Yeah, it feels like this category acknowledges that
recovery can be like anemotional roller coaster.
Speaker 2 (05:16):
It has.
Speaker 1 (05:16):
And it gives you the tools to like ride those waves.
Speaker 2 (05:19):
Exactly.
One prompt that I thought wasreally interesting is what
emotions are you struggling toprocess during your recovery?
Speaker 1 (05:26):
Ooh, that's a tough one.
Speaker 2 (05:28):
It can be.
Speaker 1 (05:29):
But isn't there something kind of liberating
about just acknowledging thosetough emotions, absolutely Like
the fear, the anger, the sadness, just getting it all out there?
Speaker 2 (05:39):
Especially in the safe space of your journal.
Speaker 1 (05:42):
Yeah, true judgment.
Speaker 2 (05:43):
Journaling really gives you that space to just
untangle all those complexemotions without worrying about
what other people think.
Speaker 1 (05:49):
And you can explore your feelings at your own pace.
Speaker 2 (05:52):
Exactly.
Speaker 1 (05:53):
You know, there's a prompt here that reminds me of
what we were talking aboutearlier with self-compassion.
Oh, yeah, it says write aletter of forgiveness to
yourself for any mistakes you'vemade during your recovery.
Oh wow, that's a powerful one.
Speaker 2 (06:05):
It is because recovery isn't about being
perfect.
Speaker 1 (06:07):
It's not.
Speaker 2 (06:08):
It's about progress.
Speaker 1 (06:13):
And this prompt really encourages us to be kind
to ourselves, yeah, to recognizethat setbacks, they're just
part of the process.
Speaker 2 (06:19):
They are.
Speaker 1 (06:20):
It's about letting go of that self-blame.
Speaker 2 (06:21):
And making space for growth.
Speaker 1 (06:23):
And speaking of growth, the final category
rebuilding yourself focuses onhow transformative recovery can
be.
Speaker 2 (06:32):
It recognizes that recovery is not just about going
back to how things were before.
Speaker 1 (06:36):
It's about becoming a stronger, more resilient
version of yourself yeah, usingwhat you've learned to create
something new exactly there'sthis one prompt that really
resonates with me what are threequalities you admire and others
that you would like tocultivate in yourself?
Oh, I like that it's likelooking at recovery as a chance
for personal growth.
Speaker 2 (06:54):
It is, and it shows how important role models and
inspiration can be.
It encourages you to thinkabout the qualities you want to
have and then actively work onthem.
Yes.
Speaker 1 (07:03):
Another prompt asks what are you most proud of
yourself for accomplishingduring your recovery?
Speaker 2 (07:07):
It's so important to celebrate those wins.
Speaker 1 (07:10):
Both big and small.
Speaker 2 (07:11):
It helps to keep you motivated.
Speaker 1 (07:13):
It does.
Speaker 2 (07:14):
And reminds you how far you've come.
Speaker 1 (07:16):
You know, going through these tromps, I'm struck
by how intentional they are.
Speaker 2 (07:21):
In what way?
Speaker 1 (07:21):
Like they're not just random questions.
They're carefully crafted toguide you through this process
of self-discovery and growth.
Speaker 2 (07:28):
That's a great observation.
They're like catalysts, yeah,they push you to ask the tough
questions and confront thoseuncomfortable truths.
Speaker 1 (07:36):
And ultimately, to understand yourself better.
Speaker 2 (07:39):
And isn't that what recovery is all about?
Speaker 1 (07:41):
It really is.
It's about that innertransformation.
Speaker 2 (07:44):
That shift in perspective that lets you move
forward.
Speaker 1 (07:47):
With hope and purpose .
Speaker 2 (07:48):
Exactly Right.
You're reclaiming your storyand stepping into a future full
of possibility.
Speaker 1 (07:54):
It's like you're taking all these broken pieces
and you're putting them backtogether, but it's even stronger
and more beautiful than before.
Speaker 2 (08:00):
It really highlights how creative recovery can be.
Speaker 1 (08:03):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (08:04):
You get to shape your own journey.
Speaker 1 (08:05):
So, as we wrap up our deep dive into these journal
prompts, what's the one thingyou hope listeners will take
away from this?
Speaker 2 (08:12):
I really hope people see that journaling can help
them through every aspect ofrecovery.
Speaker 1 (08:17):
It's not just about writing down what happened,
right.
Speaker 2 (08:20):
It's about understanding your emotions,
your thoughts.
Speaker 1 (08:22):
Helping your spirit.
Speaker 2 (08:23):
It's about making all of that visible.
Speaker 1 (08:26):
And giving yourself permission to be vulnerable.
Speaker 2 (08:28):
To be messy, to be human.
Speaker 1 (08:30):
All in the pages of your journal.
Speaker 2 (08:31):
Yeah.
Speaker 1 (08:39):
Before we go, I want to leave our listeners with one
final prompt.
Speaker 2 (08:40):
Okay, it's inspired by the article, but it's not
actually one of the prompts.
Speaker 1 (08:42):
Gotcha, imagine you're fully recovered.
What advice would you give tosomeone just starting their
journey?
Wow, what would you tell themabout the power of journaling?
Speaker 2 (08:53):
That's a great prompt .
It really makes you think aboutwhat you've learned.
Speaker 1 (08:56):
And when you share that wisdom, you're helping
yourself grow even more.
Speaker 2 (09:00):
It's like this beautiful cycle of healing.
Speaker 1 (09:03):
If you want to explore journaling even more,
the Stallion's website is agreat place to start.
Speaker 2 (09:08):
I'll have to check it out.
Speaker 1 (09:09):
They have these prompts and so many more.
And remember is a great placeto start.
I'll have to check it out.
They have these prompts and somany more.
It's awesome.
And remember you're not alonein this journey.
Speaker 2 (09:15):
We're all in this together.
Speaker 1 (09:17):
Every step you take, even the small ones.
They're all victories worthcelebrating, Right.
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