Journaling is paying attention to the inside for the purpose of living well from the inside out. – Lee Wise
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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Today, let’s talk about journaling to heal within. Journaling allows you to gain clarity inside and out. Journaling also helps you to make positive changes in your life. If you allow it, journaling will offer you a glimpse into your soul in its purest form. Before we get started, please make sure you have the following:
An open mind; Meditation ready
Willingness to express oneself; Eager to move from one place to another freely
Humble and caring spirit; Broken soul
Journal or Notebook
Pen or Pencil
I want to encourage you to pause for a moment and look within. Create awareness of your overall energy, how you feel and what you’re thinking. Believe it or not, journaling can be another form of self-reflection. Journaling can make you aware of negative patterns in your behavior so you can focus on the present moment. Journaling is an effective way to accelerate your emotional healing.
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BENEFITS OF JOURNALING
Journal writing, when it becomes a ritual for transformation, is not only life-changing but life-expanding. – Jen Williamson
What’s the message that you need on today? What is it that you need to focus on within your life, right now, in this very moment? During your lifelong journey, it’s important for you to speak positive words into your soul. Despite the hurt you may feel or the sadness you experience in life, often times you forget that the power to overcome life’s challenges is already inside you. If you feel lost or defeated, it’s because the heart and mind are not working in harmony, when they work together you will find peace. There’s a lot of benefits of journaling, but here’s a few that I want to share with you.
Journaling:
Helps you think more critically about your life
Reduces stress and anxiety by keeping you in the present moment
Allows you to recognize and release negative thoughts and feelings
Increases your happiness in life and improves your mood
Encourages inner peace and a feeling of well-being
Provides self-discovery, self-awareness, and moments of reflection
Helps you gain clarity in your life, better memory
Increases creativity, positivity, and mindfulness
Builds resilience and confidence
Helps to organize and process your thoughts and feelings
Improves your sleep and overall mental wellness
As you can see, making the decision to practice journaling will bring mindfulness, peace, and emotional healing into your daily routine.
JOURNALING TIPS
Journal writing gives us insights into who we are, who we were, and who we can become. – Sandra Marinella
There is no wrong or right way to practice journaling, just write! Journaling is a great way to release emotions so you can be in a better headspace. Include journaling in your daily routine so you can heal any emotional, physical or mental wounds that may have been caused by negativity from others or internally. Here’s some great journaling tips to help you get started:
Tip 1 – Create a safe place to write; Declutter your space; Add your preferred lighting and scented candles; You should feel good, happy and calm in your writing space
Tip 2 – Let it all out; Allow your thoughts to flow freely and write about anything
Tip 3 – Dedicate time and write regularly; Try to write in your journal on a regular basis; Every day is ideal
Tip 4 – Try new things; Move out of your comfort zone; Try things that make you happy; Write letters to yourself or to loved ones (past or present)
Tip 5 – Don’t get too negative; Shift your writing in another direction; Avoid rereading your negative writing, but instead have a balanced point of view
What’s your story or experience? It’s important to allow yourself to feel and to express yourself honestly throughout this process. For example, I survived throughout my journey because the fire inside me burned brighter than the fire around me. I had to reflect on scriptures that were hidden in my heart in order to rise up above my problems, situations, depression, sadness, hurt, etc. Remember, this is a personal journey. It’s important for you to find your safe place and surround yourself with God’s love, peace, and joy.
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TIME FOR REFLECTION – JOURNAL PROMPTS
In the journal I do not just express myself more openly than I could to any person; I create myself. – Susan Sontag
Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Keep in mind that this is a journey, and everyone takes their own path. Ready, set, write!
What is something that has been weighing on your mind lately?
What do you see as your biggest accomplishment?
Do you have any regrets about how you’ve lived your life so far?
What have you done to make amends and/or forgive yourself?
What is the most important thing you have learned about yourself in the past year?
If you could be anywhere right now, where would you be?
What can you do right now to lift your mood?
How can you make this week a better one than last?
SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS
Journal writing is a voyage to the interior. – Christina Baldwin
Sharing is caring. I would love to hear from you. Please answer these questions in the comment section. You never know, your comment may help someone else along their journey. Journaling can help you heal within so you can overcome any obstacle that you face in life. Have you already tried journaling to overcome challenges in life? If so, please share your experience(s). What advice would you give yourself to begin the healing process? After reading this blog post, what resonates with you?
Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!
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It’s not selfish to love yourself, take care of yourself, and to make your happiness a priority. It’s necessary. – Mandy Hale
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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Let’s welcome February in with a discussion centered around self-love. When I think of February, I immediately think about Valentine’s Day and the concept of buying gifts for the people we love. But a thought came across my mind this week. What about spending some quality time this month focusing on self-love?
Self-love is taught to us as children and as we grow, we begin to nurture everything within us, both good and bad. Self-love requires you to be honest about your current choices and thought patterns. Remember, self-love is not a selfish act, but instead it forces you to undertake new practices and ways of thinking that reflects your self-worth.
WHAT IS SELF-LOVE
Self-love is the source of all other loves. – Pierre Corneille
According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, self-love can be defined as an appreciation of one’s own worth or virtue. In other words, self-love is a state of appreciation for oneself that grows from actions that support our physical, psychological, and spiritual growth.
Self-love can also mean:
Having a high regard for your own well-being and happiness.
Not settling for less than you deserve.
A transparent way that cultivates a mindset of gratitude.
The way we see ourselves and how we treat ourselves.
Having a safe place for you to share self-reflection moments.
Taking care of your own needs and not sacrificing your well-being to please others.
AMAZON RESOURCE # 1 – SELF-LOVE WORKBOOK FRO WOMEN
SELF-LOVE EXAMPLES
To love yourself is to understand you don’t need to be perfect to be good. – Unknown Author
Now, here’s something else to think about. Self-love, self-respect, self-worth, self-care…What does all these words have in common? There is a reason why they all start with “self” because you can’t find them in anyone else. You cannot truly love another person until you know how to love yourself. I challenge you today to appreciate yourself just the way you are and then strive to become better each day. When you learn to love you, then others will love you the way you deserve to be loved in return.
Here’s some self-love examples to help you get started on this journey:
Prioritize yourself and designate time to do things that make you happy.
Spend quality time with people who make you smile and laugh.
Give yourself a break from self-judgement.
Speak to yourself in a positive and loving manner.
Trust yourself enough to make the right choices and decisions.
Always be true to yourself and respect your values.
Show yourself some grace and forgive yourself often.
Read an inspirational book or listen to an uplifting podcast.
Give yourself a positive pep talk each day by reciting affirmations.
Spend time reflecting on your life while writing in your journal.
Never lose sight of the main goal here. Loving yourself enough to pause and reset from time to time is necessary for you to continue your personal growth journey. Why you ask? Because you deserve a happy and fulfilled life.
WAYS TO PRACTICE SELF-LOVE
You alone are enough. You have nothing to prove to anyone. – Maya Angelou
Moreover, self-love is important to living a well-balanced life. Would you agree? After all, everyone needs to practice self-love at some time or another, right? When we act in ways that expand self-love in us, we begin to accept ourselves more in the moment, have less need to explain away our shortcomings, are more centered in our life purpose and values, and expect living fulfillment through our own efforts.
Here’s some ways to practice self-love:
Become mindful. People who practice self-love often tend to know what they think, feel, and want. They are mindful of who they are and act on this knowledge, rather than on what others want for them.
Create a self-care routine that you practice regularly. Nourish yourself daily through healthy activities, like nutrition, exercise, proper sleep, intimacy, and healthy social interactions.
Calm your mind. Spend time in prayer, meditation, reading, or writing. You can try writing in your journal, walking outside, practicing breathing exercises or yoga.
Set healthy boundaries. You’ll love yourself more when you set limits or say no to work, love, or activities that deplete you physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
Step outside your comfort zone. Never be afraid to step out and try new things.
Protect yourself at all times. Protect yourself by allowing the right people into your life.
Forgive yourself. Practice being less hard on yourself when you make a mistake. Remember, there are no failures. There are only lessons learned.
Celebrate wins, both big and small. Always cherish and celebrate everything good that happens in your life.
Accept compliments. Don’t be shy. If someone gives you a compliment, accept it and know that you are worthy to be admired.
Cultivate a positive and safe place. Take time to clean and declutter your area. Then, add finishing touches to your space, such as new lighting, scented candles, plants, etc.
Live intentionally. Live with purpose and design. Make plans and accomplish what you set out to do. You need to establish your living intentions, to do this.
I have found that when I make time to practice self-love on a regular basis, I am a better wife, mom, friend, and co-worker. I am more disciplined throughout my day, feel rested, and ready to conquer the world.
AMAZON RESOURCE #2 – SELF-LOVE POETRY
SELF-LOVE AFFIRMATIONS
Talk to yourself like you would to someone you love. – Brene Brown
Like I’ve stated before, self-love is not selfish. You cannot love another person until you know how to love yourself. Work on being in love with the person in the mirror who has been through so much in life but is still standing.
Look in a mirror today and say these words out loud – I love myself today because I am beautiful, I am strong, I am powerful, I am fabulous, I am unique, I am blessed, I am smart. Repeat this exercise at least 3 times per day.
Here’s some additional self-love affirmations that you can practice reciting each day:
I value myself and I am proud of who I am.
I am beautiful, kind, and smart.
I am an unstoppable force.
I accept myself completely here and now.
I am healing more and more every day.
I am surrounded by love and prosperity.
I am worthy of all the blessings coming my way.
I release all doubts and insecurities about myself.
I am resilient and can get through anything.
I nourish my body with healthy food and exercise.
I deserve to love myself and to be loved by others.
I have the ability to overcome any challenge in my life.
I have the power to change my own story one page at a time.
I spread love to those around me and it returns in abundance.
Now, be creative and create your own self-love affirmations to describe yourself. Allow this to be your daily pep talk in the morning and repeat them throughout the day. Remember, when we love ourselves, it helps us feel our best in the inside, and when we feel our best, we can give more to those around us. I truly hope that I’ve given you some inspiration to become a better person within your own skin.
AMAZON RESOURCE #3 – A SELF-LOVE JOURNAL
TIME FOR REFLECTION – JOURNAL PROMPTS
Don’t forget to fall in love with yourself first. – Carrie Bradshaw
Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Keep in mind that this is a journey, and everyone takes their own path. Ready, set, write!
How do you define self-love?
What do you love most about your life?
How can you improve your attitude and appreciate yourself more?
How much do you truly love yourself?
What do your loved ones admire about you?
Write yourself a love letter. Make sure to talk yourself through a struggle.
What is your self-care routine?
How can you create space for self-love in your life right now and in the future?
SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS/COMMENTS
Sharing is caring. I would love to hear from you. Please answer these questions in the comment section. You never know, your comment may help someone else along their journey. How do you plan to practice self-love? What are some of your favorite self-love affirmations? After reading this blog post, what resonates with you?
Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!
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Self-reflection is a humbling process. It’s essential to find out why you think, say, and do certain things…then, better yourself. – Unknown Author
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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Happy New Year! It has been a few weeks since I’ve written or posted an inspirational blog post for you. Unfortunately, I’ve had some family issues arise that needed my full attention and for that I truly apologize. Before I dive into my topic today, I want to express appreciation for ALL OF YOU who have taken the time to read, subscribe, and follow my Renew Inspiration blog. It really means a lot to me. My prayer each and every day is to find the right words to say to help you along this journey called life. I look forward to reading your personal thoughts and experiences in the blog comment section for each post. It’s not only refreshing to hear your point of view, but it is also healthy to have on-going dialogue with one another.
Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about how I can improve personal growth through self-reflection. Am I happy or sad? Am I willing to make the necessary changes that are needed to excel in all aspects of my life? Am I content right now or willing to step out of my comfort zone to explore new endeavors? These are just a few questions that I have found myself thinking about over the last couple of months.
Have you ever just sat down in a quiet place and allowed yourself to think without interruption? This process is called self-reflection. It’s really important to spend quality time in self-reflection mode so you can:
Increase self-awareness
Gain clarity inside and out
Make positive changes in your life
Develop genuine self-confidence
Present new perspectives and insight
Offer up a glimpse into your soul in its purest form
Provide a safe outlet for your personal thoughts and feelings
Give a creative space of self-expression without criticism
AMAZON RESOURCE #1 – A Year of Self-Reflection Journal
DEFINE SELF-REFLECTION
Time spent in self-reflection is never wasted. It is an intimate date with yourself. – Paul TP Wong
Before moving forward, I think it is important to understand what self-reflection is before you can commit to practicing it on a regular basis.
Self-reflection (noun):
Meditation or serious thought about one’s character, actions, and motives.
To take it a step further, you must be willing to learn more about your fundamental nature, purpose, and essence of life. Take a moment and look in a mirror. What do you see? You see a reflection of who you are on the outside. For example, you notice your physical facial features, the color of your skin, your hair color and style, etc. However, self-reflection is not only your outward appearance, but it is a way of assessing yourself deep within – mind, body, and spirit. In addition, re-evaluate your goals, attitude, and mindset often. Then, don’t be afraid to make appropriate and necessary changes that will help to improve your personal growth.
HEALTHY WAYS TO PRACTICE SELF-REFLECTION
Life is only a reflection of what we allow ourselves to see. – Paul TP Wong
As you begin to improve personal growth through self-reflection, you will notice a shift in your mindset, an increase of positivity in your life, and discover a deeper connection within. Here’s some healthy ways to practice self-reflection throughout your journey:
Prayer and meditation – Take a moment to quiet your mind, read a scripture, pray, and meditate. Allow your mind, body, and spirit to only connect with God so you can hear His voice.
Yoga and exercise – Every day is important to do some form of yoga and exercise. Movement gives you more energy and helps keep you healthy.
Reading inspirational books – Reading keeps your brain healthy, but reading inspirational books also keeps you in a positive mood.
Reciting positive affirmations – Reciting positive affirmations will give you hope and encourage you to focus on your goals/dreams.
Listening to music – Music can be soothing and a great way to calm your spirit.
Writing or journaling – Writing is a form of self-expression. Capture every moment of your life in a journal so you can pause to reflect on the good times and make changes to avoid bad situations.
Listening to an inspirational podcast – Strive to be inspired by listening to your favorite and uplifting podcast. Listen to what your mind, body, and spirit needs, but also listen to your heart.
Drawing and painting – Showing your creative side will help to open your mind to different aspects of life. You become calm and relaxed as if you have no care in the world.
Vision board – Create a vision board so you can have a road map to success. Be creative and use pictures from magazines or from online, quotes, goals, etc.
FIND YOUR ZONE FOR SELF-REFLECTION
Honest self-reflection opens your mind to reprogramming, change, success, and freedom. – Vikas Runwal
As we stated before, self-reflection is a personal way for you to learn more about yourself. It’s important to find your zone and comfort level so you can reap the positive benefits of self-reflection. Here’s some helpful tips:
Tip 1 – Be honest with yourself and with the process. Honesty is key to success. It’s important to remind yourself how things are going and how you are behaving throughout the process.
Tip 2 – Notice behavior patterns. Be aware of your behavior patterns so you can strengthen the positive/healthy ones and remove the negative/unhealthy ones from your life.
Tip 3 – Be able to articulate your core values. Take time to identify what’s most important to you so you can evaluate if you’re living those values throughout life. Your lifestyle has to shift at some point, and you should notice the change from the inside out.
Tip 4 – Be forgiving. Be gentle with yourself when you don’t seem to get it right along the journey. Offer yourself patience, forgiveness, and grace. Remember, we’re all human and we all make mistakes.
Tip 5 – Keep track of your self-reflection. Start a journal where you record your observations and monitor your personal growth throughout this process.
AMAZON RESOURCE #2 – 52 Weeks of Self-Reflection
TIME FOR REFLECTION – JOURNAL PROMPTS
My body is healthy, my mind is focused, my soul is calm. – Unknown Author
Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Keep in mind that this is a journey, and everyone takes their own path. Ready, set, write!
MIND
What are you thinking right now in this very moment?
What thought patterns do you have and how do they impact your life?
How does meditation guide you through your day?
Has your mind spent more time today focused on the past, present or future?
How do you deal with difficult thoughts or failures?
BODY
How do you feel right now in this very moment?
What is one old habit you want to eliminate in your life?
What do you consider to be your most challenging flaw?
How often do you exercise during the week?
How do you relax your body?
SPIRIT
Are you spiritually grounded right now in this very moment?
What is something you need to be free from and surrender to God today?
What is your favorite Bible verse and why?
Are there areas of your life where you need to learn to trust in God?
How has journaling helped you get closer to being spiritually grounded?
Instead of doubt, sadness, anxiety, and depression, choose to improve personal growth through self-reflection to help you cope with life challenges. You will think differently, feel better, and strengthen your spiritual being. Your whole being will thank you and those people surrounding you each day will thank you as well. Peace, love and blessings!
SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS AND COMMENTS
As I stated before, I look forward to hearing from you. Please take a moment to reflect on these questions and share them in the comment section. You’ll be surprised how much we learn from one another. What are your thoughts related to self-reflection? How often do you practice self-reflection? How has self-reflection changed your life?
Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!
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Blogging is not rocket science, it’s about being yourself, and putting what you have into it. – Unknown Author
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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration and Happy Black Friday! Today, I want to share some amazing Black Friday deals for new bloggers. I’ve learned a lot of valuable information related to blogging since I launched my Renew Inspiration blog in 2018. Even though, there is so much information swirling around online, the blogging process can still be overwhelming to the average person. Now, don’t get me wrong. Blogging can be a rewarding opportunity for most people who choose to do it, but launching a new blog can still be a scary experience for many. It’s important for new bloggers to keep learning, be flexible, ask for help, and be willing to adjust with the blogging industry standards.
If you make any purchases using the affiliate links below, I will receive a commission at no additional cost to you that will help support my blogging efforts.
AMAZON RESOURCE # 1 – Blogging All-in-One For Dummies Book
REASONS WHY PEOPLE BLOG
So, have you ever wondered why people blog in the first place? I know for me, I started blogging as a hobby so I could share my passion for writing. Then, I continued blogging to inspire and encourage others to overcome life’s challenges. Let’s take a moment to look at some reasons why people blog. Some people use blogging to:
Inspire, encourage and motivate
Teach and establish expertise
Share ideas and their passion for writing
Cope with life and its many challenges
Expand networking opportunities
Express yourself and share creative writing
Maintain online journal
Provide book reviews or product reviews
Capture travel experiences and photos
Make money by selling product or using affiliate programs
Can you think of any other reasons why people blog? I will love to hear your thoughts so please leave your answers in the comment section.
AMAZON RESOURCE #2 – Make Money From Blogging Book
TIPS FOR NEW BLOGGERS
Moreover, if you’re riding the fence about exploring a blogging venture, here’s some valuable tips for new bloggers to think about before attempting to launch their new blog:
Tip 1:Determine your niche first – What is your passion? What do you want to share with the world? What is your specialty or your expertise?
Tip 2:Identify your target audience – Who is your ideal reader? Write directly to them. Keep your readers wanting more from you with a strong headline and intro.
Tip 3:Create clear and precise goals for your blog – Why are you blogging? For fun, a hobby, a business, to sell product or to monetize using affiliates? Write down your goals and make sure to reflect on them when preparing blog posts.
Tip 4:Come up with a catchy blog title and tag line – It’s important to catch the attention of others so they will visit your blog.
Tip 5: Create the perfect logo for your blog – The logo should show your creative side, but also pull your audience in. If you’re not creative, you can always hire someone to design your logo. You can find quality people using social media platforms or by checking out websites like Upwork or Fiverr.
Tip 6: Determine if you want to launch your blog using a free website or if you want to invest money in a company like WordPress, then a hosting company like Bluehost.
Tip 7: Establish one or two social media platforms to focus on when you first launch your new blog. For me, I love to share my new blog posts on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest. Once you are comfortable, add more as you have the time.
Tip 8: Have 2 or 3 really in-depth blog posts complete before you decide to launch your new blog. In addition, have more blog posts in various stages, such as drafts to be edited, outlines and topic ideas ready to write.
AMAZON RESOURCE #3 – How To Blog For Profit Book
HOW TO START A BLOG
Now, that you’ve decided blogging will work for you and your lifestyle, it’s time to start your blog. The good news is that starting a blog or adding a blog to your existing website is easy and affordable. Here’s the steps to start a blog:
Step 1 – Setting Up Blog – There are free blog options such as WordPress, Squarespace or Wix but to retain control and professional image, consider investing in a domain name and hosting, and installing WordPress or other content management system on your host.
Step 2 – Add Content – Once your blog is up and running, you need to keep it active with new and fresh content to grow your readership. I would suggest developing a set schedule for writing and posting to your blog.
Step 3 – Marketing – Great ways to reach your market are through social media, an email list and reaching out to other bloggers.
Step 4 – Add Income Streams – You can promote other companies’ products and services in affiliate marketing. Most companies, such as Amazon, Wal-Mart, Target and Kohls offer this program. You can also offer advertising or feed ad networks, such as AdSense, on to your blog.
Once you have launched your blog, it is important for you to stay engaged with your readers. I am going to be honest, engaged will mean different things for different people. For example, if you are selling product or a service, you need to respond to your customers on a regularly basis. However, some people are blogging just as a hobby, so your engagement may be less involved and limited to writing blog comments or subscribing to other people’s blogs.
AMAZON RESOURCE #4 – One Hour Content Plan Book
HELPFUL SUGGESTIONS AFTER BLOG LAUNCH
Finally, ready, set, blog! It’s your time to shine with written word. Inspire others, be creative and always look for new ways to connect to your readers, but at the same time take it slow. Here’s some other helpful suggestions to keep in mind once you have launched your blog:
Post consistently – Plan to post 2 to 3 times per week to stay engaged with your readers.
Use quality photos – Whether you take your own photos or pull photos from a free site, such as Pixabayor Pexels, make sure to use quality photos that are relevant to your blog post.
Discover your writing style – Start with a catchy lead, have a conversational tone throughout your blog and ask questions at the end to get your readers engaged.
Write down your thoughts – When inspiration swirls in your head, write it down so you can reflect on it later. It is important to keep all your thoughts and ideas in one place for easy access during the writing process.
Social Media connections – Give your readers three or more ways to follow you. For example, Facebook, Twitter, or Pinterest.
Comment on other blogs – Don’t be shy and be sure to write encouraging comments on other blogs. In most cases, the other bloggers will show your blog some love too.
Facebook Groups – Join some Facebook Groups to network, share your blog content, learn from other bloggers and to offer support to others who may just be starting out. For example, I setup a Facebook Group called Journey from Grief to Healing to encourage others along their grieving journey.
Pinterest Boards/Pins – Join some Pinterest Boards and create some boards of your own. Then, create Pins and share them on various boards.
GREAT DEALS FOR NEW BLOGGERS
So, here’s some of the great deals for new bloggers that I came up with using companies that I currently use and have found success with throughout my blogging journey.
BLUEHOST
Bluehost offers savings up to 75% off of shared hosting and provides a website builder option.
Shared hosting starting at $2.65/month for 12 months – You will obtain a domain, SSL certificate, 1-click WordPress install and Expert 24/7 support.
Website builder starting at $2.65/month for 12 month – You will obtain a domain, drag & drop features, 300+ design templates and total WordPress design freedom.
Choice Plus Plan starting at $4.95/month for 12 months.
Website Builder Pro Plan starting at $9.95/month for 12 months.
E-commerce Starter Package is 40% off 12 months term.
WordPress is one of the easiest ways to start your website. You can use their free option or you can check out the paid option which provides other benefits, such as design plans for any budget, ability to customize your domain, editor features to build a blog or a full website, and awesome customer support.
Amazon is the world’s largest online retailer that sell a wide variety of consumer goods, electronic devices, and digital media. There are many awesome Black Friday deals you can take advantage of as well as joining their Prime Membership.
Prime Membership
Amazon Prime is a paid subscription service offered by Amazon that gives users access to products and services that would otherwise be unavailable, or available at a higher cost, to the typical Amazon customer. The standard annual membership cost is $119/year for regular customers and the student annual membership cost is $59/year.
Here’s a list of some Prime Membership benefits:
Free 30-day trial membership (you can cancel at any time)
Exclusive deals and discounts
Free two-day delivery for eligible items
Scheduled delivery options
Free delivery on restaurant orders
Unlimited photo storage
Streaming ad free music and video options
Watching your favorite movies and TV shows
Free release-date delivery on new video games, books, music, and movies
Same-day shipping for orders over $35 of eligible items (items must be ordered before noon to receive it by 9 p.m.)
Canva is a free-to-use online graphical tool that combines design, photo editing, and layout to help you create invitations, business cards, social media posts, and more. A drag and drop interface make customizing thousands of templates simple and easy.
Create a design using templates and features provided
Access the design school for courses and tutorials
Remember, you do not need to understand everything about the blogging process before you launch. I hope these suggestions and tips give you something to think about from one new blogger to another. Good luck and happy blogging!
SELF-REFLECTION & JOURNAL PROMPTS
The influence of blogging is overall a very positive force in the media. – Garrett Graff
Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Now, close your eyes and clear your mind. Grab your pen/pencil. Open your journal or notebook. Ready, set, write!
What are your short-term and long-term blogging goals?
How have you been getting in the way of achieving of your blogging goals?
How you stay organized as a blogger?
What are some of your blogging lessons and what you learned from them?
What inspires you to write, blog, and be creative?
TIME TO SHARE & COMMENT
Let’s talk. Why do you blog? How long have you been blogging? What is your niche? What are some helpful tips you can share with new bloggers? Do you plan to monetize your blog? Do you take advantage of Black Friday sales? What is your favorite store? Do you prefer shopping in the physical store or online? Share your thoughts in the comments section. I look forward to reading your feedback!
Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!
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You don’t need a new day to start over, you only need a new mindset. – Hazel Hira Ozbek
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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Today, let’s learn how to journal to transform your mindset. After all, your life is only as good as your mindset, right? I want to erase all my negative thoughts and feelings from my inner being. I want to replace all negativity with a new pattern of positive thoughts and feelings; a new wave of emotional balance and well-being; a new connection to my life as I know it, think it and feel it. There will be a new belief system inscribed within me. This powerful mental process will not only help you to transform your mindset, but you will also learn how to:
Develop a positive attitude.
Spend quality time focusing on self-reflection.
Commit to writing in your journal consistently.
DEFINITIONS
The best time to begin keeping a journal is whenever you decide to. – Hannah Hinchman
A journal is a reflection of who you are, it’s a repository for all of the things that interest and inspire you. In addition, a journal provides a safe environment to experiment with your writing style and technique. Simply put, when you write in a journal it becomes your personal journey of creative and heart felt thoughts.
Journal (noun) – A daily record of news and events of a personal nature; a diary.
Transform (verb) – Make a thorough or dramatic change in the form or appearance.
Mindset (noun) – The established set of attitudes held by someone.
POSITIVE ATTITUDE
A positive attitude will lead to positive outcomes. – Unknown Author
First, it is important for you to face each day with a positive attitude. Dig deep inside to strive for new opportunities that surround you every day. Focus on right now and not what ifs.
Here’s some great ways to develop a positive attitude right now in this very moment:
Write your thoughts and feelings in a journal
Set some attainable goals for yourself
Read and be grounded in God’s Word
Meditate and be prayerful
Read inspirational and spiritual books often
Post positive quotes where you can read them daily
Recite positive affirmations throughout your day
Practice yoga and stretch routines regularly
Seek professional help from a licensed therapist
I realize it will not be easy for some, but to move to a better place in life, we sometimes need to place ourselves in uncomfortable situations and/or conversations. Involve yourself with like-minded individuals who build you up and not tear you down.
SELF-REFLECTION
Women need real moments of solitude and self-reflection to balance out how much of ourselves we give away. – Barbara DeAngeles
Next, self-reflection can be defined as meditation or serious thought about one’s character, actions and motives. Self-reflection is a humbling process. It’s essential to find out why you think, say, and do certain things, then better yourself throughout the process. In addition, self-reflection:
Allows you to notice negative patterns in your life. Consider alternate approaches to your situation(s) and begin to move away from the stressors altogether.
Keeps you focused on the bigger picture. Identify a clear vision of where you want to see yourself in the future. Write it down and remind yourself of what you hope to accomplish.
Prevents you from worrying about things out of your control. Instead, direct your energy toward things you can absolutely improve within your life.
Helps you face your fears. Recognize and admit your fears to yourself and eventually learn how to handle them.
Allows you to clearly define happiness on your own terms. When are you most happy? Who do you most enjoy spending time with? What accomplishments are you most proud of and why? By recognizing the positive life events, you can apply your knowledge to future goals and endeavors.
Keep in mind, self-reflection is an incredible gift so please embrace it every day. Meditation can make our journey through life more peaceful if you allow it to. In the mirror we find a reflection of our appearance, but in the heart, we find a reflection of our soul.
JOURNAL PROMPTS
Journaling is a good way to help us to stop, take a step back and reflect on ourselves. – Unknown Author
I love journaling because it is a safe place for me to put my feelings and emotions into words, then put my words into action. Remember, journaling is your very own personal journey throughout life, your ups and downs, your successes, and failures. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Ready, set, write!
What is happening in your mind right now? in your body? in your spirit?
What does my vision for tomorrow look like? for next month?
What are the best choices I have made in life so far?
What is one of life’s little pleasures that I appreciate?
Has your mind spent more time today focused on the past, present or future?
How do you keep your thoughts in check throughout the day?
What are you inviting into your life with your actions or thoughts?
SHARING WITH ONE ANOTHER
Let’s talk. How do you plan to transform your mindset? Do you consider yourself having a positive attitude? Do you plan to implement self-reflection into your daily routine? Please share your thoughts in the comments section. I look forward to reading your feedback!
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Journal writing, when it becomes a ritual for transformation, is not only life-changing but life-expanding. – Jen Williamson
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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Despite the unrest, hatred, loneliness, and fear that is often times experienced during grief and isolation, it’s important to find healthy ways to cope with our thoughts and feelings. Today, I want to share how journaling through grief and isolation can help you take back your life during this difficult time.
DEFINITIONS – JOURNALING / GRIEF / ISOLATION
A journal is your completely unaltered voice. – Lucy Dacus
Before we get started with our discussion, let’s go over a few definitions to help us better understand journaling, grief, and isolation.
Journaling (verb) – Keeping a written record of our thoughts and feelings that helps to create a meaningful connection with ourselves.
Grief (noun) – Deep sorrow, especially that caused by someone’s death.
Isolation (noun) – The process of being separated; loneliness.
BENEFITS OF JOURNALING THROUGH GRIEF AND ISOLATION
You will never change your life, until you change something you do daily. – Unknown Author
Journaling is my safe place, my time to just write how I feel and scream on paper and no one will ever know. A journal provides a safe environment to experiment with your writing style and technique. When you write in a journal it becomes your personal journey of creative and heart felt thoughts.
Here’s some benefits of journaling through grief and isolation:
Reduce stress and anxiety – Expressive writing has been shown to lower stress and anxiety levels during any situation.
Improve your memory – Regular journal writing can improve your short-term memory.
Stay organized – Keeping a journal such as a weight loss diary or grief journal lets you maintain an organized record of your progress.
Strengthen your self-discipline – Journaling helps you to keep a regular writing schedule until it becomes a habit.
Prioritize problems and fears – Journaling helps you to see your triggers more clearly so you can prioritize and solve your problems and fears.
Allow yourself to self-reflect – Don’t over think your written entries, just write honestly and make time for self-reflection.
Clarify your thoughts and feelings – Jot down your thoughts and feelings with no editing and you will get in touch with your internal being.
Be creative – Add photos and positive quotes to enhance your written entries.
As you can see, keeping a journal allows you to track patterns, trends, improvement, and growth over time. Make sure to reflect on these thoughts often throughout your journey.
God restores everything. When I submit the broken pieces of my life to Him. He restores me to a beauty far more than what I prayed for. – Unknown Author
As I sit here today thinking about how great God is in our lives, I cannot help but wonder why we will not just be still, get out of God’s way and allow Him to restore our lives. Often times, we read God’s Word, pray, and meditate but forget to let God order our daily steps and thoughts. We have to remember that we cannot restore ourselves as we go through the grief and isolation period, but we must be restored by God, our Maker and Creator. What better way to be totally restored than to spend quality time journaling through grief and isolation?
Rest when your body says rest. When you listen to your body and give yourself the rest you need, you’ll rebuild your energy over the long-term.
Cultivate stillness within you. Allow yourself to feel the stillness around you, letting it soak into your body.
Practice whole-body breathing. Feel your breath inside your body and notice how far it reaches within you.
Nourish your body wholeheartedly. Be conscious and heartfelt in how you nourish your body by choosing healthy foods that feel inherently good for you.
Explore gentle and restorative movement. Light walking, stretching, yoga can help you regain energy in your body and life.
Have compassion for yourself. Be gentle with yourself when you’re exhausted and treat yourself kindly. Be kind in your thoughts and feelings towards yourself.
Finally, whether you’re just starting to journal through grief and isolation or you’ve been doing this process for some time now, it’s important to realize that you have the power to cultivate positive energy within your body in any given moment. Yes, even when you are exhausted, burned out, experiencing grief, going through isolation, and feel like you’ve got nothing left to give, your body can guide you to a peaceful place of greater vitality, and inner strength. Remember, it’s important not to forget where God has taken us from but knowing that God still has plans for our lives. To be totally restored takes time as well as our precious minds focused on God and His greatness. Then, and only then will God renew us with hope and joy leaving us with much needed anticipation for eternity.
SELF-REFLECTION & JOURNAL PROMPTS
Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure. – Oprah Winfrey
Journalingis a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Upon entering the journaling process, you will find that you are able to reflect freely without judgement. Now, close your eyes and clear your mind. Grab your pen/pencil. Open your journal or notebook. Then, use these helpful journal prompts to help you enjoy your autumn activities:
Do you plan to start journaling through grief and isolation?
What is grief trying to tell you?
How can you begin to make space for grief instead of avoiding it?
What are some of your saddest moments when you feel stuck in isolation?
How has God restored your soul?
What wisdom have you learned from grief?
What are the most important life lessons you have learned?
SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS & COMMENTS
Let’s take a moment to share with one another. God is fixing the broken pieces of your life. Get ready for restoration. God is preparing you for everything you prayed for. Do you enjoy journaling through grief and isolation? How do you spend time restoring yourself? Please share your responses in the comment below so we can learn and grow together. I am excited to hear from you. Until next time, stay encouraged, stay healthy, and stay safe!
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Time spent in self-reflection is never wasted – it is an intimate date with yourself. – Paul TP Wong
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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Whatever you’re going through in this season, always remember not to give up, but instead slow down to reflect on everything you have and to identify who you are. Give presence in these moments, especially to yourself. Listen to what your mind, body, and spirit needs, but also listen to your heart. Take a moment to re-evaluate your goals, attitude, and mindset. What better way to do this than a concept called self-reflection through journaling? Believe it or not, self-reflection through journaling can allow you to:
Increase self-awareness.
Make positive changes in your life.
Gain clarity inside and out.
Present new perspectives and insight.
Offer up a glimpse into your soul in its purest form.
Provide a safe outlet for your personal thoughts and feelings.
Give a creative space of self-expression without criticism.
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5 WAYS TO PRACTICE SELF-REFLECTION THROUGH JOURNALING
Be a reflection of what you’d like to receive. If you want love, give love. If you want truth, be truthful. If you want respect, give respect. What you give out will always return. – Kristen Butler
During this journey we call life, it’s important to realize that you have the power to cultivate positive energy within your body in any given moment. Yes, even when you are exhausted, burned out and feel like you have got nothing left to give, your body can guide you to a peaceful place of greater vitality, inner strength, and well-being.
Now, let’s take a moment to discuss 5 ways to practice self-reflection through journaling.
#1 – Cultivate stillness within you and reflect on these questions:
What habits did you achieve today, this week or this month?
What could you improve on in your life?
Where were you this time last year and what have you learned since then?
#2 – Practice prayer & meditation and reflect on these questions:
What is on your mind right now in this very moment?
What is your prayer for today?
Do you pay attention to your breathing while you are practicing meditation?
#3 – Write in your journal and reflect on these questions:
What is the easiest way to get your thoughts and feelings out on paper?
What is an experience that changed your outlook on life?
Do you re-read your journal entries to find patterns in your daily habits or thoughts?
#4 – Analyze a past event and reflect on these questions:
Why do you feel the way you do about the event?
What is one thing outside your control that you need to stop worrying about?
Why do you feel guilty about the event or the outcome?
#5 – Make decisions that align with your values and reflect on these questions:
What kinds of things do you value in life?
What helps you make sound and confident decisions?
What is something that keeps you grounded along your journey?
As you can see, journaling is a safe place to practice self-reflection, your time to just write how you feel, and no one will ever know. From my experience, it is important to have your guard down when making the decision to practice self-reflection through journaling. Remember, there is no wrong or right way to do this process, you just need to write! No overthinking or edits on paper, just write your honest thoughts and feelings down. Never be afraid to sit in your truth and re-arrange broken patterns. Stay patient and trust your self-reflection journey.
JOURNAL PROMPTS
Life is only a reflection of what we allow ourselves to see. – Unknown Author
Journalingis a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Keep in mind that this is a journey and be patient with yourself. Ready, set, write!
MIND
What thought patterns do you have and how do they impact your life?
What takes your mind away from positive and/or peaceful thoughts?
What is one thing you can do this week to improve your meditation time?
BODY
How can you honor your body on today?
What are some ways you can take better care of yourself this week?
Does your self-care need improvement? How would you improve it?
SPIRIT
What is an area in your life where you need to trust God more?
What do you need to be free from and surrender to God?
How much are you trusting God with your life right now?
SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS & COMMENTS
I am now a reflection of my highest self. – Graceful Rebel
Journaling can help you overcome any problem or obstacle that you face in life. The key is consistency. Commit to this process, create a plan, and make it happen. Have you already tried journaling to overcome challenges? How do you approach self-reflection through journaling? Please share your thoughts in the comments section. I look forward to reading your feedback!
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Journal writing, when it becomes a ritual for transformation, is not only life-changing but life-expanding. – Jennifer Williamson
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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Getting started with journal writing can be frustrating for some people, but also can be life changing for others. I’ve learned when experiencing life challenges and temporary setbacks, it’s important to reflect on your amazing life as a whole, then write your thoughts and how you feel in your journal regularly. Journal writing will help you become wiser, be more enlightened, and be a better version of yourself.
In addition, journal writing also can help you to:
Preserve your memories
Improve your writing skills
Sharpen your senses
Understand your mood changes
Set the tone for your day
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9 BENEFITS OF JOURNAL WRITING
Journal writing is a voyage to the interior. – Christina Baldwin
When doing anything in life, having a personal and well-defined purpose will encourage you to stick to it. After all, life is an endless journey and each day starts a new chapter in your life. Journal writingallows you to track patterns, trends, improvement and growth over time. By regularly recording your thoughts you will gain insight into your behaviors and moods. Journal writing may also provide the following benefits throughout your journey:
#1 Learn How to Practice Mindfulness & Meditation
Writing in your journal brings you into a peaceful state of mindfulness; past frustrations and future anxieties lose their edge in the present moment. Journal writing and mindfulness can assist you with developing a deeper connection with yourself as well.
What thought patterns do you have and how do they impact your life?
How can you improve your mindset so you can love yourself more?
What can make you develop a deeper connection with yourself?
#2 Include Self-Discipline in Your Lifestyle
Developing a set time to write in your journal is an act of self-discipline. The more you exercise this healthy habit, the better you become as a person. Your daily writing practice will spread to other areas of your life.
What do you really need to change in your life?
How do you plan to improve self-discipline?
What good habit do you want to develop over time?
#3 Achieve Goals & Dreams
Journal writing allows you to write down your personal goals and pursue your dreams so you can develop a solid plan to reach them.
What do you need to believe to accomplish this goal/dream?
What kind of energy could you approach this goal/dream with?
If you believed it was possible, what actions would you take to achieve your goals/dreams?
#4 Brainstorm Ideas & Organize Thoughts
Writing in your journal is a great way to help you brainstorm ideas and organize thoughts by keeping them in one safe place. At any point, you can go back to your journal to find connections, reminders, and to help birth new ideas.
Do you prefer to brainstorm ideas & organize thoughts during your writing process?
Do you think journal writing helps you sort through problems that may occur in life?
How often do you use journal writing to brainstorm ideas & organize your thoughts?
#5 Reduce Stressful Situations
If you allow yourself to write in your journal daily, you will reduce stressful situations in your life. Journal writing will help you to release all your negative thoughts and feelings so you will not keep them held up inside.
What can you do to reduce stress in your life?
What is one behavior that you need to let go of?
What methods do you use to reduce stress?
#6 Be Inspired and Spark Your Creativity
When you make the decision to be inspired, you will open up the flow of creativity in your life. Allow time to write in your journal every morning and in the evening before going to bed. This process will help you be consistent with your creative flow and explore many possibilities that exist within your environment.
What gives you inspiration on any given day?
How do you spark your creativity throughout your journey?
What helps you open up the flow of creativity in your life?
#7 Schedule Time for Self-Reflection
Pouring your inner thoughts and feelings out in your journal is a form of self-reflection. You may choose to look back at your journal entries and think about how you’ve changed as a person. Self-reflection can also result in mental clarity and allows writers to reconnect within.
What is your greatest quest in life?
What is your vision for your life in the next 3 years?
What advice do you need to give to yourself right now in this very moment?
#8 Work Towards Total Healing
Journal writing is an expressive way to reduce stress in your life and guide you to a permanent form of healing. Remember, consistency is key to seeing life changing results.
What can you do to nurture your mind, body, and spirit more?
What is holding you back from total healing?
Are you willing to participate in the healing process often?
#9 Express Gratitude Daily
Journal writing is a positive way to express gratitude in your life. It is important to start every day with an attitude of gratitude. Whether it is big or small, find at least one thing to express gratitude about every day.
What are you grateful for today?
What do you value or appreciate?
Who has helped you in life?
Now, close your eyes and clear your mind. Be honest with yourself and be willing to feel the words within your soul. If you allow yourself to escape for a moment, you may free yourself from emotional bondage. After a few writing sessions, you will find it easier to process your internal feelings and emotions easier.
BONUS – 5 TIPS FOR CREATING HEALTHY WRITING HABITS
Create healthy habits, not restrictions. – Unknown Author
It’s time to learn why creating healthy writing habits are so important to improve your overall lifestyle. People set out with the best intentions but often times fail to keep the momentum going throughout life. But why? Remember, when you start to create healthy writing habits, your enthusiasm is high, and you’re motivated to see positive changes within your life. Be patient and allow yourself to make mistakes along the way.
Here’s 5 tips to keep in mind when creating healthy writing habits:
Tip #1 – Start with a realistic, small and attainable writing goal.
Tip #2 – Write down your goal(s) and work them into your daily schedule.
Tip #3 – Track your progress in a journal, notebook or online.
Tip #4 – Figure out strategies to overcome what might temporarily hold you back.
Tip #5 – Reward yourself often for small victories.
Forgive yourself if you slip up and keep trying. Giving up is not an option. Our greatest capacity to have influence over our health is with creating healthy habits, not restrictions.
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JOURNAL PROMPTS
Journal writing is a wonderful pathway to self-awareness. – Rand Olson
Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Keep in mind that this is a journey and be patient with yourself. Ready, set, write!
MIND
What thoughts stand in the way of your happiness?
What takes your mind away from positive or peaceful thoughts?
What is one thing you can do this week to improve your meditation time?
BODY
What is happening in your body right now?
How can you honor your body on today?
Does your self-care need improvement? Why or why not?
SPIRIT
What are you grateful for on today?
What do you need to be free from so you can surrender to God?
How much are you trusting God with your life right now?
SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS & COMMENTS
Journaling is like whispering to one’s self and listening at the same time. – Mina Murray
Have you experienced any of these benefits while journal writing? How often do you write in your journal? Do you plan to continue journal writing as a part of your daily routine? Please share your thoughts in the comments section. I look forward to reading your feedback!
Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!
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Don’t be ashamed of your story. It just might inspire someone. – Unknown Author
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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! I hope you have your journal and something to write with. I don’t know about you, but I love to write in my journal because it is a safe place for me to put my feelings and emotions into words. Remember, journal writing is your very own personal journey throughout life, your ups and downs, your successes and failures.
Today let’s focus on the concept of journaling to stay grounded. Open your journal and write down the following questions:
Why do I write in my journal?
What do I want to learn about myself?
How do I shine from day to day?
Do I have any talents or special skills?
How do I stand out in a crowd?
Begin to write your answers out so you can reflect on them in the future. Now, let’s take this exercise a little bit further. What’s the first thing you think about when you see the words “stay grounded”? Take a moment to write this question and your answer. For me, I think about being grounded in the Word of God so that I can have a solid and secure foundation. I think about having the ability to be guided on the right path throughout life.
Next, we’re going to discuss five ways you can use journaling to stay grounded in your life.
SPIRITUAL FOUNDATION
Stand your ground, it’s sacred. – Unknown Author
#1 – You must have a spiritual foundation that includes the Word of God and having some level of faith. Without a strong spiritual foundation, you cannot withstand the storms of life. In my opinion, staying grounded in the Word of God increases your faith and renews your hope for the future. Staying grounded takes a strength from within like no other. For some, reading God’s Word is enough. For others, reading God’s Word, praying to God, practicing meditation, and living Christ-like satisfies their spiritual endeavors. Write these tips in your journal and refer to them as you read God’s Word:
Tip #1 – Always ask yourself – How does this word apply to me?
Tip #2 – Receive every word as true. Rest upon the promises that God has given you.
Tip #3 – Be prepared to put what you read into action in your life.
AMAZON RESOURCE #1 – Present, Not Perfect Journal
HOPE FOR THE FUTURE
I am grounded. I am safe. I am divinely protected at all times. – Unknown Author
#2 – You must have hope for the future. Hope is another one of those words that can be defined on a personal level and may change from situation to situation; or person to person. According to the Webster Dictionary, hope is defined as a feeling of expectation and desire for a certain thing to happen; a feeling of trust.
But what does hope mean to you? Do you hope for anything great on today or in the near future? When I think of hope, I think of beauty and positive vibes. Hope is like a beautiful flower that thrives on sunlight and water. In a spiritual sense, hope relies on your daily commitment to God’s Word, meditation, and prayer.
Here’s a few questions to write in your journal that will help you better understand hope:
How do you define hope?
What do you hope for each day?
Why do you feel hopeful/hopeless?
ON TRACK TO REACH YOUR GOALS
Make it your goal to stay physically strong, mentally sound, emotionally stable, and spiritually grounded. – Unknown Author
#3 – You must stay on track to reach your goals. Goal setting is important in every aspect of your life. To pursue new ideas or strive to reach your dreams, you must have a plan to do so. There has to be a fire within you in order for you to strive to reach your goals that you set. You have to think positive and plan for success. Well, how do you start?
Here’s my recommendations:
Identify what you want and name your specific goal(s).
Write your goal(s) down and write the steps needed to facilitate the goal(s).
Take each of the steps you wrote down and incorporate them into your current lifestyle.
Begin to visualize yourself after your goals are achieved.
Evaluate your progress as you move through the steps you’ve identified.
AMAZON RESOURCE #2 – ACT Daily Journal
BUILDING SELF-CONFIDENCE
Confidence is not they will like me. Confidence is I’ll be fine if they don’t. – Unknown Author
#4 – You must continue building your self-confidence each day. Self-confidence is extremely important in almost every aspect of our lives, but if we are honest with ourselves, we sometimes struggle to find it throughout our everyday lives. Did you know that gaining the confidence of others is one of the key ways in which a self-confident person finds success in life? Unfortunately, people who lack self-confidence find it difficult to become successful.
Here’s some ways for you to build self-confidence:
Prepare for your journey. Look at what you’ve already achieved, think about your strengths, think about what’s important to you, and where you want to go in life.
Set out on your journey. Build the knowledge you need to succeed, focus on the basics, set small goals and achieve them.
Accelerate towards success. By this point, you should feel your self-confidence building from within. Keep yourself grounded and always aware of how you feel throughout this process.
FIND TIME FOR SELF-REFLECTION
Time spent in self-reflection is never wasted, it is an intimate date with yourself. – Unknown Author
#5 – You must find time for self-reflection. Self-reflection is a process of examining one’s own thoughts, feelings, and sensations to gain better insight of one’s life. Self-reflection allows you to:
Notice negative patterns in your life.
Keeps you focused on the bigger picture.
Prevents you from worrying about things out of your control.
Helps you face your fears.
Allows you to make decisions based on your conscience.
My prayer for you today is that you will begin to use journaling to help you stay grounded in your own life. Believe in yourself. Be brave and take risks. After all, nothing can substitute an experience, whether it is positive or negative. Allow your journal to be your safe haven. Every word that you write down, will offer you hope for tomorrow and give you strength for today.
BLUE HOST RESOURCE
JOURNAL PROMPTS
Where there is hope, there is faith. Where there is faith, miracles happen. – Unknown Author
Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Keep in mind that this is a journey and be patient with yourself. Ready, set, write!
What are my short-term goals and long-term goals?
What matters most to me right now in this very moment?
What am I ashamed of and/or what do I fear?
What brings me the most joy and how can I make time for it?
As of today, what is my vision for my life in one year, two years, three years?
What stresses me out? What can I do to reduce the stress?
What is overwhelming in my life right now?
SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS & COMMENTS
Do you spend time writing in your journal? Would you commit some time to use these journal prompts? Why or why not? Please share your thoughts in the comment section.
Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!
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Every morning you have a new opportunity to become a happier version of yourself. – Unknown Author
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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Can you believe it’s the last day of February already? Where did this month go? Let’s end this month discussing how reciting daily affirmations can improve your life. Believe it or not, daily affirmations are meant to help change your thoughts and move your attention to more empowering ideas that will ultimately create an improved result.
Daily affirmations are positive statements that can:
Be used to target and improve any area of your life.
Help you overcome any negative thinking patterns.
Provide a reflection of the kind of life you want to live.
Offer ways to improve your mood and emotions.
Increase your self-confidence and uplift your spirit.
Help you set realistic goals and create a plan to reach them.
BENEFITS OF RECITING DAILY AFFIRMATIONS
We cannot become what we want by remaining what we are. – Max Depree
In order to receive the most benefits of reciting daily affirmations, it is important for you to read and recite them aloud. Then, state them in the present tense as if they have already been accomplished. This process will make your mind believe that it is already happening.
Here’s some benefits of reciting daily affirmations:
You increase awareness by acknowledging your daily thoughts, feelings, and emotions.
You become more grateful in any situation you are faced with.
You become encouraged and more motivated to accomplish personal goals.
You start being in the present moment not worrying about the past or the future.
You are flexible and more open to new possibilities; not afraid to take risks.
You learn how to manage your feelings and emotions under stressful situations.
You become more aware of your thought patterns and challenge negative thoughts.
You strive to become calm and at peace.
You become more aware of what you want and your mind helps you get it.
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DAILY AFFIRMATIONS
If you want to fly, give up everything that weighs you down. – Buddha
Daily affirmations can be another form of positive self-talk. In addition, daily affirmations can be a reminder of how you want to be but also reinforces the beliefs you want to have. You want to feel good about saying them. Focus on finding solutions and learning how to make positive changes in all areas of your life then you will be successful in achieving all the goals you set. Repeat your daily affirmations 1 to 2 times per day so it will be a constant reminder of what you are aiming for.
Here’s some daily affirmations to help you get started:
I am becoming the best version of myself.
I am brave, bold, and beautiful.
I am in control of my life and feelings.
I am calm and at peace.
I have the power to create change.
I believe in myself wholeheartedly.
I have everything I need within me.
I thrive in positivity.
I am grateful for all that I have.
I am free of worry and regret.
I am worthy of my dreams and goals.
My thoughts become my reality.
My possibilities are endless.
I release all doubts and insecurities about myself.
I love myself enough to say no to things that no longer serve me.
Remember, taking the time to recite daily affirmations can help transform your life. Shift your focus and attention towards thoughts and feelings that are both positive and constructive. Start using daily affirmations along with journal prompts today, and watch the quality of your life improve throughout your journey. Focus on positive changes and you will get positive results.
Your only limit is you. Be brave and fearless. – Unknown Author
I love journaling because it is a safe place for me to put my feelings and emotions into words, then put my words into action. Remember, journaling is your very own personal journey throughout life, your ups and downs, your successes, and failures. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Ready, set, write!
MIND
It all begins in your mind. What you think, you become. – Unknown Author
How does journaling help to improve your mental state?
What is the biggest life lesson you’ve learned to date?
What quote(s) inspire you on a difficult day?
What do you love about life?
BODY
I am strong, fit, and well-balanced. – Unknown Author
Describe a difficult situation you’ve encountered. How did it make you feel?
If you could change one thing about yourself, what would you change and why?
How can you incorporate self-care into your daily routine?
What is something that you’ve overcome in life?
SPIRIT
You have been assigned this mountain to show others it can be moved. – Unknown Author
How has journaling helped to improve your spiritual well-being?
What do you need to mute in your life in order to hear God’s voice?
What can you do today to help yourself get better aligned spiritually?
What does God’s presence feel like in your life?
Believe in yourself today, tomorrow, and forever!
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