Journaling is an incredible way to explore your thoughts and feelings, gain clarity and insight, and ultimately discover more about yourself. But sometimes, coming up with journal prompts can feel daunting or uninspiring. That’s why we’ve put together this list of 50 journal prompts for self-discovery that are not only helpful but also fun to read and answer!
- What are three things you’re grateful for today?
- Describe a moment that made you incredibly happy.
- If you could have dinner with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?
- What is one thing you’ve always wanted to try but haven’t yet?
- What are three things you love about yourself?
- What are three things you’d like to improve about yourself?
- Describe your ideal day.
- What is your biggest fear, and how can you face it?
- Write a letter to your younger self.
- What is one thing you’ve learned about yourself in the past year?
- If you could live in any time period, when would it be and why?
- What is something you’re proud of yourself for?
- What is one goal you’d like to achieve in the next year?
- What is one thing you wish someone had told you when you were younger?
- What are three things you can do to take care of yourself?
- Describe your dream job.
- What is something you’ve always wanted to say to someone but haven’t?
- What is one thing you’re currently struggling with, and how can you overcome it?
- What is one thing you wish you had more time for?
- What is one thing you’ve accomplished that you never thought you could?
- Describe a place that makes you feel at peace.
- What is one thing you’re excited about in the future?
- If you could go anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?
- What is one thing you’re currently obsessed with?
- What is something you’ve always wanted to learn?
- What is one thing you’re really good at?
- What is one thing you’re not good at, but wish you were?
- What is something that always makes you laugh?
- What is one thing you’ve done that you’re proud of, but don’t often talk about?
- What is something you’ve been putting off that you know you need to do?
- Describe a time when you overcame a difficult obstacle.
- What is one thing you’ve learned from a past relationship?
- What is one thing you wish you could change about the world?
- What is something you’re currently reading, watching, or listening to that you love?
- What is one thing you’d like to be remembered for?
- Describe your perfect day off.
- What is one thing you’ve been wanting to declutter?
- What is one thing you’d like to forgive yourself for?
- What is something you’re looking forward to in the next week?
- Describe a moment that challenged you to grow.
- What is one thing you’ve been procrastinating on?
- What is one thing you’re currently obsessed with?
- What is one thing you’re grateful for that you often take for granted?
- What is one thing you’d like to let go of?
- What is one thing you’ve done that you’re really proud of?
- What is something you’ve always wanted to create?
- What is one thing you’re looking forward to in the next month?
- What is one thing you’re passionate about?
- What is something you’re really good at, but don’t often do?
- What is one thing you’ve been avoiding, but know you need to face?
We hope these journal prompts inspire you to discover more about yourself and have fun while doing it! Remember, journaling is a personal and private practice, so feel free to answer these prompts in any way that feels right for you. Whether you choose to write a few sentences or several pages, the most important thing is to be honest with yourself and enjoy the process.
Happy journaling!