Journal Prompts so you never have writer’s block
Journaling has been a lifeline for me. It helped me cope with the loss of my dad and grandparents, navigate a period of joblessness, and deal with the social, financial and work challenges that come with adulting.
It’s not just about putting down my thoughts — it’s about gaining clarity, finding peace, becoming resilient, and building a better version of myself.
Each day we will publish four prompts so that you never have to sit down and wonder what to write.
The prompts are designed to help you think clearer, make life-benefiting decisions and work through any issues and challenges you may face.
Who is this for?
This newsletter is for anyone looking to unlock their potential, seek clarity and be a better person in their professional and personal lives:
- Professionals aiming to advance in your career and personal development
- Solopreneurs or entrepreneurs navigating the challenges of building something on your own
- Busy individuals seeking quick, effective ways to incorporate reflection into your day
- Someone who feels stuck and wants to gain clarity, reflect, and evaluate your life
- New journalers who read about the benefits of journaling and wants to give it a go
- Returning journalers looking to restart your practice
Who is this not for?
If you have chronic medical conditions, including depression, mental illness, and anxiety, I recommend you seek professional advice.
While I’ve been journaling for nearly 20 years, I’m not a therapist or medical expert. The prompts you receive leverage scientific research and advice, where available, and are largely inspired by my personal experience with journaling.
What to expect daily?
Every day, you’ll receive four prompts:
- 2 x Deep Thinking Prompts, each focused on a different area of your life
- 1 x Quote of the day
- 1 x “If You Don’t Have Time” Prompt for those extra busy days
Prompts will repeat over time, but you’ll be pleasantly surprised that your answers change as you grow.
Guiding principles to get the most out of your journaling:
- Choose just one prompt: Doing more can be overwhelming and counter-productive.
- Take your time: Some prompts are complex to tackle in one day. You’ll have your initial reaction, and then new thoughts will pop into your head over the next few days. I recommend you stick with the prompt for a few days until you feel comfortable you have addressed it thoroughly.
- Be brutally honest: It’s tough to criticise yourself or admit when you got things wrong, but this won’t be effective if you can’t be honest.
- Journal your way: While writing is traditional, feel free to use other techniques like audio or video recording or even just thinking about a prompt without distraction (like while walking). You do you!
- Don’t stress about streaks: If you miss a day, a week, or a month, don’t worry. The prompts will be there for you when you return.
I’d love to hear from you
What inspired you to start journaling? What are you hoping to achieve through journaling? Have questions for me? Comment and I would love to connect.
Keep growing,
Suren
Editor of Daily Journal Prompts Newsletter (https://dailyjournalprompts.beehiiv.com/)
