Journaling prompts to use for 2025. Ideas to get you started with a regular journaling practice. You can answer in as much or as little detail as you like. This is just for if you struggle to think of things to write about or like a guided approach for each day.
Each month’s prompts will be added as it approaches.
January
2. How do you define personal growth, and what does it look like for you this year?
3. What is the best way you could start your morning today?
4. What is a piece of advice you received that you want to remember this year?
5. If you could collect one thing, what would it be, and why?
6. How do you prioritize your tasks when life gets overwhelming?
7. What is something about your childhood that makes you smile?
8. What is a hobby or skill you’d like to start this year?
9. What does “freedom” mean to you in your everyday life?
10. If you could improve one habit, what would it be?
11. What is your favorite place to spend time outdoors, and why?
12. How do you handle unexpected changes to your plans?
13. What is a cause or issue you deeply care about?
14. How do you stay hopeful when things feel difficult?
15. What is a small act of self-care you can do today?
16. What does “living authentically” mean to you, and are you doing it?
17. What is a comfort food or drink you always turn to?
18. How do you decide when to take a break?
19. What is something small that made you smile today?
20. How do you handle regrets from the past?
21. What is one trait you admire in others and want to develop yourself?
22. How do you decide what kind of person you want to be this year?
23. What is your favorite way to unwind at the end of the day?
24. What does “kindness” mean to you, and how do you practice it?
25. How do you define “success” for yourself?
26. What is something you’ve learned from a mistake in the past?
27. What is a color that makes you feel calm or happy?
28. How do you keep track of ideas or inspirations?
29. What is one thing you’d like to simplify in your life?
30. How do you decide what to let go of in your life?
31. What is one thing you’d like to do differently next month?
February
1. Name a daily habit that brings you a little joy.
2. Think back to the last time you were interrupted—how did you handle it?
3. Describe your perfect Saturday morning in three sentences.
4. What’s a task you’d gladly hand off or ask for help with?
5. Share something new you’ve tried recently and how it turned out.
6. How will you celebrate or show love this month?
7. Reflect on a recent goal you achieved.
8. Is there anything you’ve decluttered lately, or want to tackle soon?
9. When faced with uncertainty, what tools help you make decisions?
10. Write about your favorite thing to do when you’re not feeling well.
11. How do you celebrate when you finish a big project?
12. What’s a personal strength you’re proud of and want to use more often?
13. How have you made your space feel cozy or inviting?
14. What’s a small way you show someone you care?
15. What’s something new you’ve discovered about yourself this month?
16. How do you quiet self-doubt when it pops up?
17. What scent brings you comfort or makes you feel at home?
18. In your own words, what does “peace of mind” mean?
19. Is there a task you’ve been putting off? What’s stopping you?
20. How do you typically spend your lunch or break time?
21. Write down one simple thing you can do today to make tomorrow better.
22. How do you know when a relationship is successful?
23. What’s a recent small win you feel proud of?
24. How do you make time for fun in your daily life?
25. What’s one way you’ve cared for yourself recently?
26. Recall a random act of kindness—either something you did or witnessed.
27. What’s a treat or indulgence that always brightens your day?
28. When was the last time you truly felt present, and what were you doing?