“Journal writing gives us insights into who we are, who we were, and who we can become.”
– Sandra Marinella
There are many ways to figure yourself out, but the one I found to be effective personally to me is journaling.
The neat thing about journaling is that it’s free form writing, where you can jot down all your thoughts, feelings and emotions, basically unload everything in your mind onto the paper without worrying about perfection.
There is no right or perfect to journal, it can be however you want it to be, but one thing it needs to be is truthful.
Below I have listed 21 journal prompts and questions to get you started on your journey for deep reflection to figure yourself out!
21 Journal Prompts for Self-Reflection and Deep Thinking
- Does my current list align with who I am and my goals?
- What situations make me feel anxious and fearful?
- Am I living the life that I dreamt about 5 years ago?
- Am I content with my career and my job? Why or why not?
- Does my daily routine bring me happiness and satisfaction?
- What are my current goals and does it align with my passion and values?
- What do I really want out of this life?
- What are 5 things I want to change in my life right now?
- Do I feel envious of anyone? Why do I feel like that?
- What makes me feel at peace with myself?
- What am I afraid of that is holding me back?
- What part of the past I need to let go?
- What assumptions do I have about myself that are true and not true?
- What are 3 steps I need to do to get closer to my ideal life or goals?
- Do I believe in myself? Do I give myself enough credit for what I have accomplished?
- What behaviour of mine that I need to change to be a better version of myself?
- Who or what triggers me to act a certain way that I am not proud of?
- What do I have in my life now that I always wanted? Does it serve its purpose of what I expected of it?
- What have I accomplished in the past 5 years that I am proud of?
- What are 10 amazing things that have happened to me in the past 5 years?
- What are 10 amazing things I want to happen in the next 5 years?
Cup of Final Thoughts ????
Journaling allows you to dig deeper into yourself, your past, your experience and goals. It really gives you the understanding you need to really figure yourself out.
It might be overwhelming at first to start, but take it one question at a time.
These journal prompts are meant to help you with deep reflection, not overpower you.
To get the most out of journaling, the important thing to remember is to be yourself and be honest with yourself.
