Whether you have been journaling for years, or are just getting started, there will come
times when you run out of things to write about. This is where journal prompts come in
handy. They not only give you ideas for topics, but help you really think about your
memories, thoughts, favorite things, and so much more.
25 Journal Prompts To Get You Started
- Why do you journal? What do you hope to gain from the experience?
- What topics do you find easiest to write about in your journal? Why do you think that is?
- What topics do you find most difficult to write about in your journal? Why do you think that is?
- How does your journaling practice make you feel? Do you find it therapeutic or cathartic? Or both?
- What are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced in your life? How did you overcome them? What did journaling help you with during that time?
- What are some of your biggest accomplishments? What did it feel like to achieve them? What role did journaling play in helping you achieve your goals?
- What are some things you’ve always wanted to do? Why haven’t you done them yet? What’s holding you back?
- Who are the people in your life that you admire and why?
- Who are the people in your life that you don’t admire and why?
- What are your biggest fears? What do you think about when you’re feeling scared?
- What are your hopes and dreams for the future? What are you doing now to make those dreams a reality?
- What does happiness mean to you? What are some things that make you happy?
- What does success mean to you? What are you doing now to achieve success?
- What do you think about when you’re feeling lonely? What are some things you do to combat loneliness?
- What do you think about when you’re feeling down or sad? What are some things that help you snap out of a funk?
- What are some of your favorite memories? What made them so special?
- What are some things you wish you could forget? Why do you want to forget them?
- What are some things that make you angry? Why do they make you angry?
- What are some things that make you anxious? Why do they make you anxious?
- What are some things that make you feel peaceful? Why do they make you feel that way?
- What are some things that make you feel fulfilled? Why do they make you feel that way?
- What are some things that make you feel loved? Why do they make you feel that way?
- What are some things that make you feel supported? Why do they make you feel that way?
- What are some things that make you feel challenged? Why do they make you feel that way?
- What are some things that make you feel proud? Why do they make you feel that way?
Need more inspiration? Here are some tips for finding journaling prompts that are perfect for you.
Find Blogs About Journaling
This is probably the easiest way to find journaling prompts. Blogs that talk about
journaling or using planners, as well as personal development blogs, all tend to offer
some great prompts for journaling.
Start by considering blogs you already follow, that occasionally offer prompts, either free or for a nominal fee. Then, you can start searching for blogs that offer this type of thing, so that you are notified every time there is something new. Blogs that offer prompts are often those that talk about journaling, personal improvement and self help, setting goals, lifestyle, and planning blogs.
Tips for Finding Journal Prompts Online
Not sure how to start searching? Google to the rescue! Just type something like
‘journaling prompts’ or ‘journaling prompts for ______’ and you will get some great
results. You might find results from other blogs, websites, Pinterest, Instagram, and
many more places.
Pinterest is a Treasure Trove
Another option is to just look on Pinterest for certain types of journaling prompts. This is
best when you don’t want to have to look through blogs, but have it right there with a pin
you can save. This is a good idea if you want to save a large collection of prompts, and
aren’t necessarily just going to use one list and print it out.
You can create a journal prompts board on Pinterest, either private or public, then just save every pin related to prompts. Whenever you need a new writing idea, open up your board, and you have lots to choose from.
Know What You’re Looking For
Are you looking for specific prompts, such as for the holidays, a specific season, or a
particular month? Those are available as well! You can search for these on Google,
Pinterest, or other blogs. Most of them are separated into categories, such as January
Prompts, Christmas Prompts, Prompts for Teens, or Prompts for Moms. There are an
endless amount out there so have fun with it!
Great ideas! Thanks for sharing.