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Is daily self-reflection necessary?
I used to struggle hard with the idea of writing in a journal daily. My desire for reflection comes from the fact that personal growth prevents stagnation.
Over the years I have tried various ways to make journaling a regular part of my life, until I came up with the idea of creating prompts.
What if I created 10 prompts based on self-reflection that are specific yet general enough to write about every day?
Through much trial and error, I came up with 10 prompts for daily self reflection.
I started writing from these prompts in March and since then have never found myself unable to just sit down and write.
These ten prompts keep my mind engaged and help me reflect on the various aspects of my life on a daily basis. They help me decompress or work through creative blocks.
I try to journal early in the morning because I find that is when my brain is most alert. But, when I have a lot on my mind, journaling before bed can help me sleep better.
When all else fails, I write out a detailed version of the day ahead or a recap of the days events.
I encourage you to use these prompts as a starting point and tailor them to your life.
At one point school was on this list, but now I’ve replaced it with work.
Make this list work for you.
Of course deciding on prompts didn’t make daily journaling a habit. I also developed a morning routine this year that includes time for daily self reflection and connection.
Honestly, that daily routine is what helps me immediately focus and make the most of my day.
More on my morning routine in an upcoming video, so stay tuned!
