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Speaker 1 (00:00):
Okay, so ready to
dive in.
Speaker 2 (00:02):
Always.
Speaker 1 (00:02):
Today we're looking
at 50 affirmation journal
prompts.
Speaker 2 (00:06):
Oh cool.
Speaker 1 (00:07):
From the blog
Lestallion.
Speaker 2 (00:09):
I've heard of that
one.
Speaker 1 (00:10):
Yeah, they're all
about, you know, the positive
statements that can really makea difference.
Speaker 2 (00:14):
Right, right
affirmations, Exactly yeah.
Speaker 1 (00:17):
But it's not just
about saying them, it's about
really absorbing them.
Speaker 2 (00:20):
Ah, so combining them
with journaling makes sense.
Speaker 1 (00:23):
Exactly, and them, ah
.
So combining them withjournaling makes sense, exactly,
and Lestallion reallyemphasizes how these
affirmations, especially whenyou journal about them, can
create lasting change.
Speaker 2 (00:31):
So we're talking
self-love, confidence, all that
yes.
Speaker 1 (00:35):
Resilience, even
manifesting your goals, all
sorts of things.
Speaker 2 (00:39):
Like a roadmap.
It sounds like.
Speaker 1 (00:41):
Yeah, it really is a
roadmap to a better you, and the
cool thing is these prompts areso specific.
They really guide you soundslike, yeah, it really is A
roadmap to a better you, and thecool thing is these prompts are
so specific, they really guideyou.
Speaker 2 (00:48):
Structure yeah, I get
it.
Instead of just free writing,you have a focus.
Speaker 1 (00:50):
Exactly which helps
you go beyond just repeating
stuff.
You actually engage with thoseaffirmations.
Let them sink in.
Speaker 2 (00:56):
Right, right, make
them your own.
So where do we start?
Speaker 1 (01:00):
Well, lestallion
kicks things off with self-love
and confidence.
Classic, good place to beginRight.
Speaker 2 (01:06):
And Prompt hashtag
one.
I love this one.
It asks what is one positiveaffirmation about yourself that
you believe wholeheartedly?
Speaker 1 (01:15):
Nice, starting with
your strengths.
Yeah, what you already know tobe true.
Speaker 2 (01:19):
Yes, solid foundation
.
Then Prompt.
Hashtag two gets a littledeeper.
It's like how do you speakkindly to yourself when
self-doubt creeps in?
Those negative voices?
Speaker 1 (01:32):
we all have them, we
do but that's where those go-to
affirmations become superimportant.
Speaker 2 (01:34):
Your weapons against
self-sabotage.
Exactly, and the source evensays confidence grows with
practice.
It's not magic, it'sconsistency.
Speaker 1 (01:40):
Like anything worth
having, takes effort.
Speaker 2 (01:42):
Right, it's like
training your brain to focus on
the positive.
Speaking of training, let'stalk about overcoming challenges
.
Speaker 1 (01:48):
Life's full of them.
Speaker 2 (01:49):
Isn't it?
And prompt hashtag one here isall about facing a current
challenge head on, so creatingan affirmation to shift your
mindset from I can't to I can.
Speaker 1 (01:59):
Powerful stuff.
Perspective is everything.
Speaker 2 (02:01):
It really is.
And then prompt hashtag twoencourages you to see setbacks
not as failures but asopportunities for growth.
You know love that, reframingit, finding the lesson.
Speaker 1 (02:11):
Right Lestallion says
resilience comes from within.
It's about cultivating thatinner strength.
Speaker 2 (02:17):
Not just saying I'm
resilient, but figuring out what
that truly means for you.
Speaker 1 (02:22):
Exactly, it's about
making it personal.
And you know something I'venoticed even in sections that
aren't specifically aboutgratitude.
Speaker 2 (02:30):
Interesting Go on.
Speaker 1 (02:32):
Lestallion weaves
those elements in Like.
In the overcoming challengessection there's a prompt about
being grateful even amidstdifficulties.
Speaker 2 (02:41):
Ah, I see A subtle
reminder that even when it's
tough, there's always somethingto appreciate.
Speaker 1 (02:46):
Right, okay, so now
I'm really curious to see how
they handle the gratitude andabundance section specifically.
Speaker 2 (02:51):
Me too.
They seem to have a prettynuanced perspective on it.
Speaker 1 (02:55):
They do and they
start with a classic Prompt
hashtag.
One is what are you mostgrateful for in your life right
now?
Simple but so effective.
Speaker 2 (03:02):
Instant mood booster,
for sure.
Speaker 1 (03:03):
Totally and then
prompt.
Hashtag three gets intoattracting abundance through
affirmations, of course.
Speaker 2 (03:09):
Love that and not
just material wealth either
right.
Speaker 1 (03:12):
No.
Love, happiness, fulfillment,all of it, recognizing that
abundance already exists in somany forms.
Speaker 2 (03:19):
Which ties in
perfectly with Lestallion's
quote gratitude createsabundance, Shifting from that
scarcity mindset.
Speaker 1 (03:25):
Yes, it's all around
us if we just open our eyes.
Okay, so we've coveredself-love, confidence,
challenges and gratitude.
What's next?
Speaker 2 (03:34):
Time to get a little
deeper, I think.
Explore the prompts aboutemotional healing.
Speaker 1 (03:38):
Oh, that's important.
We all go through stuff.
Speaker 2 (03:40):
But we do, and
Lestallion understands that.
They start by acknowledgingthat healing is a journey.
Prompt hashtag.
One asks how do you nurtureyourself when you're feeling
emotionally drained?
Speaker 1 (03:51):
Ah, giving ourselves
permission to take care of our
hearts and minds.
Speaker 2 (03:55):
And prompt.
Hashtag three reminds us thatit takes time.
It's not a race.
Speaker 1 (03:59):
Right.
Healing is a process andLestallion emphasizes that with
the phrase.
Healing begins withself-compassion, being kind to
ourselves.
Speaker 2 (04:08):
Love that, offering
ourselves the same grace we'd
offer a friend.
Speaker 1 (04:11):
Totally, and you know
, it's interesting how that
self-compassion theme pops up inso many of these prompts.
Speaker 2 (04:18):
It does, doesn't it
Like a thread connecting it all
Makes sense.
Approaching growth from a placeof self-compassion.
Speaker 1 (04:22):
Right, it's about
kindness, understanding every
step of the way.
Speaker 2 (04:25):
Which brings us to
the final section of prompts
manifesting goals.
This is where things get reallyexciting.
Okay, I'm ready, let's manifest, Right.
So prompt hashtag one itconnects a current goal with an
affirmation of achievement,visualizing that success, you
know.
Speaker 1 (04:42):
I love that, seeing
it as already done, that's so
powerful.
Speaker 2 (04:45):
It is.
And then prompt hashtag fourtakes it further, guiding you to
use affirmations forvisualization, creating those
vivid mental images.
Speaker 1 (04:53):
Like making a movie
in your mind, yeah, where you've
already achieved your dreams.
Speaker 2 (04:56):
Exactly, and
Lestallion sums it up perfectly
Belief fuels achievement.
It starts with believing inyourself, in the possibility.
Speaker 1 (05:06):
Wow.
So we've covered a lotSelf-love, challenges, gratitude
, healing, manifesting.
It's amazing how these promptscan touch on so many areas of
our lives.
Speaker 2 (05:14):
It is, isn't it what
stands out to you.
Speaker 1 (05:16):
You know, I think
what's really fascinating is how
Lestallion emphasizespersonalization.
It's not about genericaffirmations, it's about making
them your own.
Speaker 2 (05:26):
Right, it's your
journey, your words.
Speaker 1 (05:28):
Exactly, and the way
they've organized these prompts
into categories, that helps too.
You can focus on the areas thatresonate most.
Speaker 2 (05:35):
Like a toolbox for
personal growth.
Pick and choose what you needExactly.
Speaker 1 (05:40):
Okay, so before we
move on, I want to leave our
listeners with something toponder.
Of all those areas we discussed, which one feels most resonant
for you right now, and why?
Think about it?
We'll be back soon to exploreeven more empowering
affirmations.
Speaker 2 (05:58):
Can't wait Back again
.
Speaker 1 (06:00):
And ready for more.
Speaker 2 (06:01):
Those prompts, huh.
Speaker 1 (06:02):
Pretty powerful stuff
.
Speaker 2 (06:03):
Makes you think.
Speaker 1 (06:04):
Definitely.
You know that question.
We left everyone with.
Oh yeah, which area to focus?
Speaker 2 (06:08):
on Right.
Speaker 1 (06:09):
Honestly, I keep
coming back to emotional healing
.
Speaker 2 (06:12):
Interesting Makes
sense though it does, doesn't it
?
It speaks to the depth of theseprompts, not just surface level
, you know.
Speaker 1 (06:18):
Exactly, lestallion
really gets it.
They do.
Transformation starts withaddressing our emotions, our
well-being.
Speaker 2 (06:24):
Absolutely, and it's
not always easy confronting
those deeper emotions.
Speaker 1 (06:28):
It's not, but
Lestallion provides that
framework, those prompts.
Speaker 2 (06:32):
Right.
Speaker 1 (06:32):
To help us navigate
that with self-compassion.
Speaker 2 (06:35):
Exactly and they
acknowledge it's a journey
Prompt.
Hashtag two it asks how do youhonor your emotions without
judgment?
Speaker 1 (06:43):
Oh, that's key.
Yeah, we often try to suppress,deny, you know.
Speaker 2 (06:46):
We do, but they're
saying no, feel it all of it
Without shame, ExactlyRecognizing that all emotions
are valid Part of the process.
Speaker 1 (06:56):
And then prompt.
Hashtag four takes it further,exploring the lessons within
those emotions.
Speaker 2 (07:01):
Ah, so even negative
emotions can teach us something.
Speaker 1 (07:04):
They can Valuable
lessons about ourselves, what we
need.
Speaker 2 (07:07):
Lestallion puts it
beautifully Emotional healing is
not about erasing the past,it's about learning from it.
Speaker 1 (07:14):
Moving forward with
strength.
Speaker 2 (07:15):
And wisdom.
Speaker 1 (07:16):
Don't run from your
pain.
Embrace it.
Speaker 2 (07:18):
Let it transform you,
and that often involves
self-forgiveness.
Speaker 1 (07:22):
Which Listallion
addresses in prompt hashtag six
what is one act ofself-forgiveness you can offer
yourself today?
Wow, forgiving ourselves, thatcan be the hardest.
Speaker 2 (07:32):
It can Holding on to
guilt shame.
Speaker 1 (07:34):
Weighs us down.
Speaker 2 (07:36):
Self-forgiveness
isn't condoning mistakes.
It's releasing that negativeenergy.
Speaker 1 (07:40):
Moving on, and this
connects to prompt hashtag eight
about self-care when you'reemotionally depleted.
Speaker 2 (07:45):
Right when we're
drained, we often neglect
ourselves.
Speaker 1 (07:47):
We do.
Speaker 2 (07:48):
But Lestallion
reminds us, self-care isn't
selfish, it's essential.
Stallion reminds us self-careisn't selfish, it's essential.
Speaker 1 (07:52):
Can't pour from an
empty cup.
Speaker 2 (07:54):
Exactly Replenish
your energy, show up better for
everyone, and these promptsoffer different self-care
strategies.
You know.
Speaker 1 (08:02):
Taking a bath, being
in nature, resting.
Speaker 2 (08:04):
Whatever nourishes
you, make it a priority.
Speaker 1 (08:07):
Permission to
recharge.
Okay, so, honoring emotions,learning, forgiving self-care
what else is in this emotionalhealing toolkit?
Speaker 2 (08:16):
Boundaries Prompt.
Hashtag 10 asks what is oneboundary you need to set to
protect your emotional energy?
Speaker 1 (08:22):
Boundaries are so
important they are but tough to
establish sometimes.
Speaker 2 (08:25):
Especially for people
pleasers or if you're afraid of
confrontation.
Speaker 1 (08:30):
But Lestallion
reminds us, boundaries aren't
selfish.
Speaker 2 (08:33):
They're about
honoring your needs limits.
Healthy relationships whereeveryone feels respected
creating a safe space foryourself, emotionally,
physically, and this sectionhighlights how connected our
emotional and mental well-beingare.
Speaker 1 (08:48):
Not separate things.
Our thoughts and feelings.
They influence each other.
They do so to heal emotionally,we have to address our thoughts
too.
Speaker 2 (08:56):
Exactly that's where
affirmations come in,
challenging those negativepatterns, replacing them with
positive ones.
Speaker 1 (09:01):
Retraining our brains
.
Speaker 2 (09:03):
Right Prompt.
Hashtag 12 asks what is onenegative thought pattern you're
ready to release?
Speaker 1 (09:08):
Oh, I like that
Becoming aware of those thoughts
holding us back.
Speaker 2 (09:12):
Once you identify
them, you can challenge them,
replace them with thoseaffirmations.
Speaker 1 (09:16):
And Lestallion
emphasizes patience,
self-compassion throughout this.
Speaker 2 (09:20):
It's a process.
Speaker 1 (09:21):
Takes time, be gentle
with yourself.
Speaker 2 (09:24):
Celebrate every step
and, it's interesting, they
weave in gratitude, self-love,even in this context.
Speaker 1 (09:29):
Yeah, even when
you're hurting, they're still
good.
Speaker 2 (09:32):
Remembering your
worthiness even when you're
hurting.
They're still good.
Remembering your worthinesseven when struggling.
Speaker 1 (09:35):
A beautiful message.
It's incredible.
You know how Lestallion takesthese simple prompts and packs
so much wisdom in.
Yes, exactly Like becoming ourown therapist, almost.
Speaker 2 (09:46):
Right and they go
deep.
Prompt hashtag 14.
What is one limiting beliefthat's holding you back from
experiencing emotional freedom?
Speaker 1 (09:55):
Ooh, that's a good
one, Because we all have those
right.
Speaker 2 (09:58):
From childhood past
experiences.
Speaker 1 (10:00):
Sabotaging our
happiness without even realizing
it.
Speaker 2 (10:03):
It's tough to
identify them sometimes, but the
prompt it pushes you to reallyexamine things.
Speaker 1 (10:08):
Uncover those hidden
narratives.
Speaker 2 (10:10):
Exactly, and then
that's where the affirmations
come in right, directlycontradicting those beliefs.
Speaker 1 (10:15):
Rewiring those old
thought patterns.
Speaker 2 (10:16):
Creating new ones
that support your growth.
And, speaking of growth, I lovehow Lestallion brings in the
inner child.
Speaker 1 (10:23):
Oh yeah, prompt
Hashtag 16.
How can you offer your innerchild the love and support they
need to heal?
Speaker 2 (10:29):
So powerful Because
often those wounds they come
from childhood.
Speaker 1 (10:33):
When we didn't get
what we needed.
Speaker 2 (10:35):
Right.
So this is like giving thatyounger self the validation they
crave.
Speaker 1 (10:39):
Love understanding.
Speaker 2 (10:41):
Exactly Acknowledging
those hurts, offering
compassion.
Speaker 1 (10:44):
And recognizing our
worthiness, no matter what.
Speaker 2 (10:47):
Which ties in
perfectly with prompt hashtag 18
.
What is one affirmation thatreminds you of your inherent
worthiness?
Speaker 1 (10:55):
We are valuable just
because we exist.
Speaker 2 (10:58):
Sometimes we need
that reminder, especially when
we're hurting.
Speaker 1 (11:01):
We do.
You know, what I findremarkable is Lestallion's
approach to healing.
It's holistic.
Speaker 2 (11:07):
Oh, I see that Not
just focusing on one thing.
Speaker 1 (11:09):
Right Prompt hashtag
20 asks how do you nurture your
physical well-being to supportyour emotional health?
Speaker 2 (11:16):
It's all connected
Mind, body, spirit.
Speaker 1 (11:18):
So taking care of
ourselves physically, that helps
us emotionally too.
Speaker 2 (11:22):
Absolutely Sleep.
Food movement nature.
Speaker 1 (11:25):
Creating a lifestyle
that supports us on all levels.
Speaker 2 (11:27):
And gratitude.
Can't forget that PromptHashtag 22.
What are you grateful for inyour healing journey, even
amidst the challenges?
Speaker 1 (11:34):
so important because
it's easy to get lost in the
struggle it is.
Speaker 2 (11:38):
But gratitude shifts
our focus, reminds us of the
good even when it's toughfinding those glimmers of hope
exactly and as we wrap up thissection, prompt hashtag 24
really resonated with me trustthat you are exactly where you
need to be on your healingjourney oh, I love that when we
feel lost unsure it's a reminderthat there's a purpose even
(12:00):
when we don't understand itsurrender to the process
trusting that we're being guidedwe're not alone and you know,
throughout these pumps, onetheme keeps coming back
self-compassion it's afoundation, isn't it?
It is For healing, for growth.
Speaker 1 (12:15):
Yeah.
Speaker 2 (12:16):
Treating ourselves
with kindness, understanding,
forgiveness.
Speaker 1 (12:20):
Like we would have
loved one.
Speaker 2 (12:21):
Exactly Recognizing
our worthiness even when we mess
up.
Speaker 1 (12:25):
Embracing those
imperfections.
Speaker 2 (12:27):
Celebrating our
strengths.
Speaker 1 (12:28):
Because, ultimately,
it's those imperfections that
make us who we are Unique,beautiful.
Speaker 2 (12:33):
So, as we wrap up our
deep dive, I hope you'll
approach this practice withcuriosity, openness.
Speaker 1 (12:37):
And, most importantly
, self-compassion.
Explore these prompts,experiment, find what resonates.
Speaker 2 (12:42):
Be kind to yourself
along the way.
Speaker 1 (12:44):
You are worthy of
love, healing, happiness, just
as you are.
Speaker 2 (12:50):
Happy journaling
everyone.