If mindfulness is one of your goals for the New Year, journaling is a great way to get started. And what better month to start than January? While the cold weather and short days can be depressing , January also provides the perfect opportunity for introspection. Needing some prompts to help you get started? No problem! I’ve created 50 for you. Try one a day, a few each week, or take on all 50, it’s completely up to you. Take a look:
- Something that you’re looking forward to
2. A quote that inspires you
3. A mistake that helped you grow
4. A skill you developed in 2020
5. A change you plan to make
6. Something new to try this year
7. Three positive affirmations
8. One lesson you learned today
9. Your biggest victory yesterday
10. Someone who inspires you and why
11. Something that gives you energy
12. Something that takes your energy
13. One thing you need to let go of
14. A habit you would like to kick
15. Two relationships you would like to nurture
16. Your favorite part of the evening
17. Something that made you laugh today
18. Your favorite memory
19. Describe your favorite room in your home
20. A compliment that made you feel good
21. One memory that makes you smile
22. Something beautiful outside
23. A freedom you are grateful for
24. Something positive about your body
25. A problem you have a solution for
26. The item you treasure most
27. A place you would like to visit this year
28. A situation that makes you feel trapped
29. A professional connection you want to make
30. Your favorite thing about weekends
31. Your favorite day of the week and why
32. Describe the place where you grew up
33. A special memory of a grandparent
34. A special memory of a parent
35. Your favorite teacher growing up
36. A need you can meet
37. A great idea
38. When you feel most rested
39. Two words that describe your style
40. Something that scares you
41. An event you hope to attend
42. A project you’ve been putting off
43. Food you would like to try
44. Your favorite holiday
45. An expression that drives you crazy
46. What you love most about a hobby
47. A fitness or health goal
48. A need you struggle to communicate
49. Someone who needs less of your attention
50. Three people you are thankful for
Happy journaling!