Journal Prompts for Self Love
The best way that I had journaling explained to me was to imagine trying to solve 764 divided by 493 in your head, no pen, no calculator. Impossible right? At least for me it is! Well that’s like trying to solve the muddle of thoughts circling in your head at any one time.
Journaling I’ve come to discover, is a very powerful practice that helps to process your emotions and give you greater clarity as well as connect more deeply with your values and beliefs.
In order to build greater self esteem, we first need to know what the problematic thoughts actually are that are holding us back. Writing the thoughts from your head down onto a piece of paper not only helps to create a sense of distance and put things into perspective, but allows you to see the thought for what it really is. Through regular journaling you will start to become aware of any unhealthy patterns in your thoughts and behaviours. The process allows you to develop a deeper understanding and acceptance of who you are as well as what you want our values and attitudes to be.
Journaling is a way to express your thoughts, feelings and insights freely. No-one else except you is going to read it. Let your journal become your safe haven.
The benefits of journaling are:
boosting self esteem and confidence
relieving stress and anxiety
managing depression
organising goals and tasks
understanding your fears
tracking personal development
To help you get started, I have shared some journaling prompts below designed to boost your self esteem.
What does confidence mean to you?
When in your childhood did you feel the most confident? Describe that version of yourself in as much detail as possible
What is the best compliment you have been given? How did it make you feel?
What 10 compliments can you give yourself right now?
How would you best friend describe you?
When is the last time you really celebrated your own success and gave yourself credit for what you are doing well?
Name 5 things you did right today, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant.
How would your life be different if you saw failure as a good thing?
Reflect on your three greatest strengths and jot down specific examples of actions, behaviours, or accomplishments that demonstrate them.
What qualities do you have that make you unique?
Think of a recent challenge you were faced with and how you persisted despite the outcome.
When do you feel most yourself?
When do you feel most at peace?
What is the first thing you said to yourself this morning? What is the first thing you want to say to yourself tomorrow to have a more confident day?
What are you afraid of? What can you do to overcome it?
What would you do if you knew you could not fail?
If you could become an expert at anything, what would it be and why?
What is a recurring negative thought about yourself that you’re having at the moment? How can you reframe that?
What does courage mean to you? Have you shown courage recently?
Describe your relationship with yourself?
What would you stop doing if you were more confident?
In what ways do you compare yourself to others? How does it make you feel? What can you do to change that?
Describe in detail a time when you felt confident and proud. What were you doing, and how did you feel?
What does success mean to you?
What does being “good enough” mean to you?
In what ways have you underestimated yourself?
What can you do this week to step outside of your comfort zone?
Who are the cheerleaders in your life? Who are the people you can rely on when you are feeling low or need a boost of encouragement?
Write a love letter to your body, thanking every part, for all that it does.
What 10 things are your grateful of in your life right now?
There’s never a better moment to start journaling than right now. Set yourself a 30 day challenge to work through one prompt a day and see your self esteem rise.
Much love
Alexandra