The Counseling Journal
Cultivating awareness, encouraging healthy behaviors, and the use of tools and skills for daily living.
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Journal Prompts & Self-care
Paint Me a Picasso
Take a self-care break and paint a picture of yourself. Amateur painters only!
Let the Music Play
Do you have a song that you play to start your day? Which songs get you in the mood? What are the songs that move you?
Painting Self-care
Finding new activities you enjoy is key to self-care. Today, let’s paint!
Journaling Helps with Self-Awareness
Learn the reasons some people give as reasons why they don’t journal.
Pausing to Observe the Beauty
We are surrounded by beauty. Go for a walk and take note of your surroundings.
What’s One Thing You do on Every Vacation?
What is something you try to do on any trip you take?
What Item do You Take on Most Vacations?
What is one item you almost always take on vacation?
Mindfulness, Hydrating Your Body One Cup at a Time
Join me in enjoying a cup of tea using our five senses.
Grateful List 4: I’m grateful my body does these things…
Our bodies are amazing! There are so many functions we take for granted. Today, pay attention to your body and appreciate its greatness.
Mindfulness, the Answer for Dry Hands
Join me today as we care for our bodies by caring for our hands.
Grateful List 3: I’m grateful for these experiences…
Have you ever been somewhere that changed your life? Have you done something that you cannot wait to do again? What are a few experiences that you’re grateful for?
Self-care over the Holiday
Will the long weekend be stress-free or stressful? You get to decide. What are your holiday plans?
Why You Should Walk Barefoot in the Grass
Turn off the autopilot of your life and live intentionally. Try this exercise to build your mindfulness muscle.
Gratitude List 2: The Summer
What are some activities you can only do in the Summer? Let’s get excited about the ability to do them now.
Midweek Mind Dump
Release the stress from the week so far and take a few minutes to journal.
Gratitude List 1: I’m grateful for these People…
Who are you grateful for? Who can you talk to when you need a hearty laugh? Who is that friend who nourishes your soul? Who?
