Self-love importance is not something I was truly aware of until I reached midlife, which is somewhat unfortunate. I think it is something we need to be aware of and make a habit of. However, I am very grateful to have finally discovered its many benefits.
Do you speak kindly to yourself, treat yourself with respect, know your worth, and have confidence in yourself? If you answered “no” to any of these questions, perhaps try practicing self-love. One way you can practice self-love is through journaling.
In all honesty, had I known the importance of self-love and how beneficial journaling could be as an act of self-love, I would have started the process a very long time ago.
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A few of the benefits of self-love are that it can bring about more self-awareness, reflection, and discovery.
Since starting journaling for self-love in my monthly wellness planner, I have been able to deplete my mind of negative thoughts and feelings every evening before going to bed. This has helped me sleep more soundly since I am not carrying those thoughts to bed with me and dwelling on them.
Admittedly, the beauty on each page of this journal and using fun colored markers keep me inspired to write and doodle daily.
Journaling has also helped me track habits that I would like to be more consistent with and kick to the curb those habits I’d like to stop. It has also helped me track things such as headaches to hopefully determine what is triggering them.
Self-love is also important and beneficial if you are dealing with stress, burnout, anxiety, or an illness.
Journaling for self-love can help reduce anxiety, guide you in the letting go process of things that may be bothering you, create self-awareness, regulate your emotions, and encourage you to open up and possibly reach out for more support if necessary.
Self-Love Importance: Make It A Habit
Keep in mind there is no right or wrong way to journal. Therefore, keep it simple and make it your own. You actually want this to be something you look forward to.
Initially, it may be difficult for some to think of what to journal about. With that in mind, having journal prompts at your fingertips can help your thoughts flow more freely.
Therefore, I’m going to share 10 journal prompts to either get you started or help you continue on your self-love journey.
Self-Love Journal Prompts:
What is something amazing that happened today? Or, what is one thing you are looking forward to today?
What or who are you grateful for today?
Make a list of what brings you joy.
Write down how you are currently feeling. What emotions are you feeling?
Is there something in your life you can currently control?
What does a day without stress look like for you, and how can you make that happen?
Write down one thing you love about your personality.
What steps can you take to pursue your dreams?
Write down 5 things that make you unique.
Write down 3 things you feel you excel at.
Self-Love Importance & Journaling For Kids
Incidentally, journaling is not just for adults. It can be a wonderful exercise for kids to inspire creativity, build self-esteem and develop a sense of purpose. Kids should also reap the benefits of self-love, right? It’s important to remember that kids are never too young to learn about self-love importance and journaling.
Actually, Silk & Sonder, the company where I purchased my journal offers a monthly journal for children ages 6-12. This particular journal would make the perfect gift for your own children, grandchildren, nieces or nephews, friends, and neighbors.
Most importantly try to remember you don’t have to be perfect in this process. In the event you don’t journal or practice self-love every day, don’t worry about it! Simply, pick up where you left off the next day, and everything will be just fine. There is no need to try to be perfect, we are all human.
Above all, just getting started on your self-love journey is a huge step in the right direction to finding yourself, loving yourself, and respecting yourself.
For more information on the benefits of self-love be sure to read this blog post on the benefits of self-love.
You may also enjoy this blog post tips on self-care, to improve a womans well-being.
I’d love to know your thoughts on self-love and journaling. Is it something you are currently doing, want to do, or have done in the past? Let me know in the comments.
Be well…
Instead of struggling to do things perfectly we try to do them in better way, this will give more good results.
Absolutely! We don’t need to strive for perfection. Thanks for reading 🙂
Great information! You’re doing a wonderful job!
Thank you so much for your kind words! I appreciate the vote of confidence.
I’m always here for you! ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you 🙂
Thanks for sharing this. We dont focus on self-love enough, especially the section for kids. And yes, habits make everything so much easier.
I agree, we need to teach kids more about self-love and self-care. I am finding how habit stacking is so beneficial as well. Thanks for reading and commenting.