The year is almost ending and I think we can all agree that this year was definitely a roller coaster ride and a whirlwind of emotions.
There were a lot of unexpected twists and bumps. This year was not easy, so many worries, losses, and pain that tested every ounce of strength left in us but look at us — we are still here. Still hanging on.
I want you to congratulate yourself on that.
Yes, it was difficult (who am I kidding, it still is difficult) but you’re still standing, you’re still fighting — that is definitely something that you should be proud of.
Now, before we finally say goodbye to the year 2020, let’s take a moment to reflect on the lessons, the struggles that we faced head-on, the disappointments, the realizations, and of course, the accomplishments that we’ve had (Big and small)
And what better way to do it, than writing it in our journals.
Journaling is a great way to connect with ourselves on a deeper level.
I find that journaling is also a great tool in helping us heal — since it’s giving us a safe space where we can pour out all our feelings and just vent out.
And with everything that has happened this year, I think we all deserve some time to just vent out and pour out all our emotions.
To help you get started, here are 20 of my favorite Journal prompts for year-end self-reflection…
What is your motto for next year?
What are your biggest regrets this year?
Name 5 lessons that you’ve learned this year.
What are 5 things that you’re most grateful for this year?
Name 5 things that you have accomplished this year that made you proud.
Name one thing that you have just discovered about yourself this year.
What is your favorite purchase this year and why?
Name 5 things that you have struggled with this year. And what steps have you taken to overcome those struggles?
Name 3 things that you have done this year to help other people.
Name 5 goals that you have for next year.
What steps do you need to take to achieve those goals?
Did you make any resolutions for this year? How did it go?
What are 5 things that brought you so much happiness this year?
Knowing what you do now if you could go back to the start of the year, what advice would you give yourself?
What are 3 things that you look forward to next year?
Describe this year in 3 words.
Name 5 things that you want to focus on next year.
Have you taken good care of yourself this year?
Name 5 things that you took for granted this year.
List 5 things that you want to let go of next year. (This could mean bad habits, toxic people, anything that’s keeping you unhappy)
Happy Journaling!