A journal is a place for recording your day to day happenings and science continually shows the benefits of putting pen to paper. When we physically write things down we reduce distractions which, in turn, leads to greater productivity, retention of information, creativity, and self-discipline. Plus, research consistently shows that twenty minutes of daily expressive writing promotes emotional, physical, and psychological healing. With everything going on right now you have likely been presented with new challenges and journaling is one of the easiest ways to cope. We've compiled 30 writing prompts because sometimes the hardest part is just getting started. So grab a notebook and your favorite pen, pencil or crayon and get going! You'll feel better!
My favorite food lately
Something that always relaxes me
Five people who deserve a thank you
Something new I’d like to try
My best memory from last year
A chance I took and never have regretted
My favorite thing about my neighborhood
How I provide value every day
I’m saving up for
I feel like my greatest purpose is
Something that surprised me today
Something about me that others don’t know
My biggest time waster
Something that makes me feel brave
Somewhere I’d like to be now
My mood today
My superpower
Something that is annoying to me
Someone in my life who’s wiser than me
Someone who was kind to me recently
What makes me feel confident
Something I’d do if I had more time
Three things I admire about myself
Something I love about this time of year
Something I want to remind myself of
Something on my to-do list I’m excited about
Something healthy I want to do for myself
Something I created recently
Someone I wish I could communicate better with
An experience that’s made me a better person