JOURNALING IN MIDLIFE
Journaling in midlife can be a powerful tool for self-reflection, self-discovery and personal growth.
As we age and our lives become increasingly complex, it can be easy to lose sight of our goals and values. Journaling can help us slow down and take the time to reflect on what is most important to us, and how we can live a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
THE BENEFITS OF JOURNALING
One of the benefits of journaling in midlife is that it allows us to track our progress and growth over time. By looking back at our past entries, we can see how far we have come and how much we have learned. This can be especially helpful for those who may be feeling stuck or uncertain about their direction in life.
Another benefit of journaling is that it gives us a safe and private space to explore our thoughts and feelings. It can be liberating to be able to express ourselves without fear of judgment or criticism, and this can lead to a greater sense of self-awareness and understanding.
As well as the personal benefits of journaling, it can also be a helpful tool for managing the many challenges that come with midlife. For example, journaling can be a way to process and make sense of difficult emotions, such as grief, stress, or anxiety. It can also be a way to set goals and plan for the future, whether that be career, personal, or financial.
HOW TO START JOURNALING
To get started with journaling in midlife, all you need is a notebook and a pen. Some people prefer to journal in a traditional paper diary, while others may prefer to use a computer or phone app. There are no hard and fast rules for how to journal, so feel free to experiment and find what works best for you. Some people like to set aside a specific time each day to journal, while others prefer to write as the mood strikes them.
Ultimately, the most important thing is to find a method of journaling that feels comfortable and meaningful to you. Whether you choose to write about your daily experiences, your long-term goals, or your deepest feelings, the act of journaling can be a powerful tool for personal growth and self-discovery in midlife.
JOURNAL PROMPTS FOR SELF-DISCOVERY IN MIDLIFE
1. What am I grateful for today?
2. What gives me great joy?
3. What does happiness mean to me?
4. What are my most important values?
5. What things make me feel good while I’m doing them?
6. What is my gift to the world?
7. What feelings am I feeling right now?
8. What is the most important thing for me in this moment?
9. What is the bravest thing I’ve done?
10. What do I avoid?
11. If I didn’t feel fear or shame, what would I do now?
12. What is my worst fear? How does it limit my possibilities in life?
13. What recurring situations and people do I attract? What lessons might they have?
14. What kinds of routines or habits limit my experience of everyday life?
15. Is there something I should let go of to be able to move forward?
16. What is my life like when it is in balance?
17. Why am I doing the things that I’m doing right now?
18. Where am I going and why?
19. What was I intended to do in this life?
20. What can I not help but do?
21. What is my biggest dream? What can I do today to move closer to that dream?
22. If this was my last day, would I be satisfied with my life? What would I have done differently?
23. Am I focussing more on what my life looks like than on what it feels like?
24. What is my instinct telling me to do?
25. Who am I?
THE MESSY MIDDLE COACHING
When you work with me one-on-one in The Messy Middle coaching programme, you’ll have me as your personal guide on your midlife journey of rediscovery.
I help women banish stress and the onset of midlife crisis by prioritising wellness and creating a life of meaning, health and happiness.
