Journal Prompts for a Happier & Healthier You

Journaling is an excellent practice when you’re working to become the best version of yourself. There is a wellspring of therapeutic benefits to journaling, and that’s precisely why many therapists recommend it to their patients who are struggling with anxiety or depression.

If you want to start journaling but aren’t sure where to start, journal prompts are a great way to get you going. That’s why we’re listing off some journal prompts for a happier and healthier you. Take a break from looking into hiring a moving company or scrolling the Netflix catalog, grab your pen and journal, and let’s dive in!

Journal Prompts for Inner Peace

• “When do I feel the most calm and clear-headed? Can I do something today to feel this way? If not, why can’t I? If so, when will I do it?”

• “What or who in my life gets in the way of my peace? Why do I allow them or it space? What steps can I take to peacefully remove them or it from life?”

• “Do I feel at peace in my body and mind? If not, are there things that I’m doing that don’t allow for this? Are there things I can do to make me feel more comfortable and relaxed within myself?”

Journal Prompts for Self-Discovery

• “Where do I want to see myself in 5 years? What about 1 year? What about next month? What about tomorrow?”

• “What about me do I still have left to learn? Are there things that I still haven’t figured out about myself? What can I do to help encourage me to learn and understand these parts of me?”

• “Are there things in my life that make it feel difficult to be myself? What are those things, and why do I let them occupy space in my life?”

Journal Prompts for Easing Anxiety

• “Where does my anxiety stem from? Is there a common theme of anxious thoughts that come up in my daily life? Have I asked myself when the first started?”

• “What are things that I can do to help with my anxiety? If I’m not sure, what are ways that I can find out?”

• “Do I believe that I’m an anxious person or do I think I’m a person with anxious thoughts? Is there a difference?”

Journal Prompts for Self-Acceptance

• “What parts of me do I need to learn how to accept more? Can I list those parts individually and give them the time and attention each of them deserves?”

• “Do I feel accepted by others? Do I feel accepted by myself? Why or why not?”

• “Is there a part of me or parts of me that I wish were different? If so, why? What would I like to change? And do I want to change for myself or do I want to change for others?”

Journal Prompts for Self-Love

• “What are 3 things that I’m grateful for today?”

• “What are 3 things that I love about myself?”

• “What are 3 compliments I can give myself right now?”