14 Self Care Journal Prompts For Beginners

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Last Updated on April 29, 2024 by Isabelle Dias

Looking for self care journal prompts, but you are just starting out? There are tons of self care guided journal prompts out there. Although amazing, they can feel a little overwhelming if you are a beginner in this journaling world. 

That’s why I want to share fourteen self care journal prompts for beginners. A simple DIY self care journal practice where you understand how to start a self-care journal a little better. Also, in the end, I will be sharing some of my favorite resources to give you more support in this beautiful journey you are starting!

Read through them all and let yourself take your time. Answering as many or as few of these journals prompts you to feel like it. If you need to save this baby for later, I suggest doing that now!

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Best self care journal prompts

#1 What is self care for you? 

#2 Hey there, time to slow down and be here right now… Take a deep breath and write it down: How are you feeling? Really. 

#3 What are some of your favorite things when you look around your environment?

#4 What are some things you can take away from your environment to make space for new and fresh energy? 

#5 What things can you add to your environment to add an extra layer of beauty and warmth? 

#6 What is your favorite place to relax? 

#7 Why do you like this place so much?

#8 How do you feel when you are in this place? 

#9 What is your favorite way to take care of yourself? 

#10 Why do you like this activity so much?

#11 How can you bring more of the way this activity makes you feel to your daily life? 

#12 What do you need right now to feel taken care of?

#13 How can you take care of yourself right now? 

#14 To finish up, write down a love note for yourself. 

What do you need to start journaling?

Now let’s talk about resources if you are just starting with journaling! I have been journaling for years and bought and tried many notebooks, guided journals, pens, pencils, gel pens… you name it!

So, if you are serious about your journaling, it’s common to ask yourself: Do you need a special notebook, special pens, or highlighters??? 

Well… yes and no. 

Although you can go on a fun stationery shopping spree, I am a fan of starting small. Focusing on the essentials and expanding from there. 

That’s why I created this journaling essentials list for beginners guide! Here are some of my best recommendations if you are just starting out: 

And if you are ready to step up and go deeper on best journaling recommendations, I think you will also love this guide I put together. 

I am so excited for you, my dear! 

Now, I would love to know: What did you think of these self care journal prompts for beginners? Do you have a favorite?

Leave a comment below and tell me about it.

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