Uncovering your dream self requires more than just wishful thinking – it involves deep introspection.

These journaling prompts are designed to guide you on a journey of self-discovery, helping you to explore your core essence and set meaningful goals. Through thoughtful reflection and purposeful writing, you’ll gain clarity on your aspirations and align your daily actions with the life you envision. Each prompt is designed to help you reflect deeply and align with your most authentic self.

How to use these prompts

To make the most of these prompts, we recommend dedicating 10 minutes each morning to reflect on one prompt at a time. Turn this into a cherished ritual – brew yourself a comforting cup of tea, find a cozy spot, and immerse yourself in the process. If you prefer the tranquility of the evening, light a candle and embrace the calm energy of night. This practice not only helps in gaining clarity but also nurtures a deeper connection with yourself, creating a serene space for personal growth and transformation.

Discover your true essence

1. When do you feel most alive? What activities or experiences make you feel fully engaged and energised?
2. Reflect on the qualities you admire about yourself. Which of your strengths or attributes do you like most, and how do they manifest in your life?
3. How would you describe yourself without any titles? Strip away roles like "mum" or jobs like "writer" and focus on who you are at your core.
4. Imagine five alternative lives you would like to lead. Explore different passions, purposes, or paths – how do they reflect different facets of your dream self?
5. If you were to write a book, what subject would it revolve around? Consider the stories, knowledge, or experiences that fascinate you and how they might shape your narrative.

REFLECT ON PERSONAL GROWTH

1. What emotion do you tend to experience the most? How does this emotion influence your daily life and decisions?
2. Is there anything you're currently working on changing or shifting in your life? How does this change align with your vision of your dream self?
3. What would you like to stay the same? Identify aspects of your current life that resonate with your dream self and provide stability.
4. Which traits or qualities in others do you admire most? In what ways do these traits already exist within you, and how can you cultivate them further?
5. Envision your own funeral. Contemplate the impact you wish to have had on others. Who do you hope is there? What values, contributions, and qualities do you hope to be remembered for?

EXPLORING YOUR IDEAL LIFE

1. What does a perfect day look like for you, from the moment you wake up to when you fall asleep?
2. Describe your ideal work environment. What activities or projects are you involved in?
3. How does your dream-self spend their free time? What hobbies or activities bring you joy?
4. What kind of relationships and connections are present in your dream life?
5. If you could live anywhere, where would it be and why?

SETTING AND ACHIEVING GOALS

1. What are the top three goals you want to achieve in the next five years?
2. How do these goals align with your vision of your dream self?
3. What resources or support do you need to achieve these goals?
4. How will you track your progress toward these goals?
5. What steps can you take today to move closer to one of these goals?

NAVIGATING OBSTACLES AND EMBRACING DAILY HABITS

1. What fears or doubts are holding you back from achieving your goals?
2. How does the most confident and capable version of you address and manage these fears?
3. What past experiences have shaped these obstacles, and how can you learn from them?
4. What strategies or support systems can you put in place to overcome these challenges?
5. What is one small action you can take to start addressing these obstacles today?

“We should write because it is human nature to write. Writing claims our world. It makes it directly and specifically our own. We should write because humans are spiritual beings and writing is a powerful form of prayer and meditation, connecting us both to our own insights and to a higher and deeper level of inner guidance.
We should write because writing brings clarity and passion to the act of living. Writing is sensual, experiential, grounding. We should write because writing is good for the soul. We should write because writing yields us a body of work, a felt path through the world we live in.
We should write, above all, because we are writers, whether we call ourselves that or not.”
–Julia Cameron