We both find writing so therapeutic and helpful to process emotions and make sense of our thoughts and feelings. Journalling is a way to express yourself without fear of judgement and we hope that you get as much out of putting pen to paper as we have done and continue to do. Here are some journal prompts. We want you guys to be as honest with yourselves as possible – write as if no-one else will ever read it.
Have a think about what you would say to prepare your younger self for what may lay ahead. Be realistic but be sensitive and kind.
be they already here with us, gone too soon, never made it to Earth or yet to be created.
Maybe it’s something that you would like to give them once it is finished or maybe you’d rather keep it to yourself. Either option is okay. It’s also possible that your partner might want to write a letter to you. Do whatever suits you, there is no pressure. The whole idea is based around processing our feelings and being able to make sense of all that goes on in our mind.
Write it, seal it and choose a date when you would like yo open it. Maybe in 1 year, when you have your baby in your arms or even a letter to yourself for Christmas Day. It’s an emotional task but it should be quite therapeutic. So get the tissues, make a cuppa and let the words flow.
What would you say to your heart, your brain, your uterus? Okay so this is a bit more ‘out there’ and might take you a little while to get started but once you do the words will flow.
What made you happy and what didn’t? Is there anything that didn’t make you feel good that you can do less or not at all or maybe just at a different time or share the load? Do more of what makes you feel good!
Or more specifically the story of your relationship. Think about how you met, milestones you have reached, difficulties you’ve been through. How has your relationship evolved? How have your feelings changed?
Explain how they have shaped you, what they’ve taught you & how they have made your life better. Up to you whether you send it or not – writing letters of appreciation can be uplifting and give us gratitude, but if you’re not in the right headspace, keep this one in your back pocket.
How are you doing really? What are you struggling with? How are you feeling? What are your triggers?
Pretend you’ve made a good old fashioned pen pal and describe yourself to them, your likes and dislikes, hobbies, character attributes; you remember the ‘personal statement’ you had to write in year 11?! channel that!
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