Journaling Prompts for Manifesting Your Dream Life

• 1. What’s your biggest fear right now? Ask yourself why it’s your biggest fear – and how do you think this will affect your life in the future?
• 2. What would you prefer not having? Do this by listing all of the things you have that you don’t want. Then ask yourself if each one of these things brings you happiness, meaning, joy, peace, love, and purpose.
• 3. When was the last time you were happy? What did you do differently and how does this make a difference today? Write about everything you can recall and connect with something bigger than yourself.
• 4. How do you cope when you feel like giving up? List things you’ve done when you’re feeling negative; then list everything you’ve done when you felt positive and optimistic. Did you notice anything missing from the list that might change your attitude?
• 5. What’s your current situation really worth? Think about what you’d miss out on if you gave up on your dreams. Can you imagine being surrounded by people who share the same vision as yours? Would your life become more meaningful? Make a list of everyone who supports you.
• 6. Who has inspired you in your past? What can others learn from you? Now list the three most important lessons that you’ve learned so far. Think of any other lessons you need to learn in order to succeed at this point in your life.
• 7. Why are you here? This question opens up lots of possibilities. Consider some of the answers you could give. Make sure you include some things you haven’t thought about before. For example, “Because I know I’m going to win.” Or “It doesn’t matter what other people say because I’ll always follow my heart.”
• 8. Why are you afraid to dream? Are there reasons why you believe that dreaming might not work? You may even find that you already have. Connect with your inner wisdom to see what you need to change.
• 9. What do you wish for that you are afraid to have? Listen carefully to feelings within you. Do they tell you that you should try to go after certain dreams or wishes? Do they tell you not to try? Look at the fears and excuses that hold you back.
• 10. Today I am… Write down a few sentences describing what you are doing for yourself. Be specific. It doesn’t matter whether it looks good or bad; it only matters that you do it!
• 11. Today I have ______________. Think about the ways in which you improve yourself every single day. Do you use those skills in real-life situations? Is there anything else you can do in the present moment to bring about better opportunities tomorrow? Take inventory of your strengths and weaknesses.
• 12. Who are you becoming? What habits contribute to your success? Where do you see yourself in six months’ time? In two years? In five years? What changes in your life will happen over the coming weeks and months? Write them down and then look for evidence to prove them true.
• 13. If someone asked me right now, ‘Who are you?’ what would be my answer? What is unique about you? Think about where you came from and see where you are going.
• 14. What is your legacy? Will your children remember your name? What message do you want to leave behind for others? Think about how your family, friends, teachers, mentors, and colleagues will describe you.
• 15. What are your relationships like? Describe how you interact with the people around you. What makes you feel loved? Confident? Compassionate?
• 16. Have I been living according to my values? What is it that gives me peace? What does my soul desire? Use these questions to help identify what you want in life.
• 17. How much confidence and courage do you have? How many times have you made something happen when previously you didn’t think you could? Have you realized that the difference between those moments and the ones when you failed was simply one word? What did you call yourself instead of saying no? And what happened when you said yes?
• 18. What motivates me? Don’t limit this prompt to just money. What do you love to do in life? Are you passionate about your career, hobbies, spiritual beliefs, friendships, or family? How will you express that passion?
• 19. How can I live today to benefit myself later on? Live each day as if it were your last because someday it really is.
• 20. How can I make choices that lead to happiness? Acknowledge your needs by writing them out. List all of the things that could potentially cause you unhappiness—from losing job to getting into an argument. Ask yourself: Does this actually happen? Can you control any of the things listed above? Put an X next to all the things you can truly influence. Now ask yourself: Which things are beyond your control? Could you ever control those things? If so, write them down as well.
• 21. I choose to…Write down your top three goals. Then list everything you plan to do to move toward achieving those goals. What steps will you take? When will you start doing them? What obstacles may stand in your path? Be aware of negative thoughts that appear in front of you. Let them go. Focus only on the positive part of your day. Say, “I am grateful for such a beautiful morning.” Or, “This day feels so good!” This exercise helps you connect to something bigger than yourself. It is the way you practice self-love.
• 22. My dreams become reality when…Imagine what you will achieve within the year ahead. What will you become? Imagine being famous or successful. What new business ideas will you launch? Create visions and plans for your future. Visualize possibilities.
• 23. If I knew then what I know now, I would ______________________ Write down what you’ve learned. What’s important now? Where has life taken you? Is there anything else you have learned along the way? How do those memories affect who you are today? What lessons have you taught other people? Reflect on yourself by thinking back over your lifetime. Think of the experiences you had before you were born. Did they shape who you are today?
• 24. What do I need to let go of to create more space in my life? What habits, attitudes, and behaviors must change? Take time to reflect upon your own behavior. Do you act impulsively? Do you get angry quickly? Would you let fear stop you from moving forward? Make sure to replace old patterns with new ones. Keep growing!
• 25. What have you learned in the past few weeks? Has anything changed? If nothing has changed, ask why not? If you still feel stuck, ask yourself: Who do I see in my future? Whom do I admire? What do I want to accomplish?
• 26. What are some ways I can be kinder and gentler with others? Try expressing gratitude even when someone doesn’t deserve it. Find opportunities to share compliments. Give generously. Smile at strangers. People won’t always respond positively, but every little bit counts. Be patient with yourself. You’re doing great!
• 27. Tell me about a time when you felt you’d lost hope. What happened? Do you believe in miracles? Describe what really helped you.
• 28. Imagine having one million dollars right now. What would you do? How much money would you save? How many people would love you? How many wishes would you grant? You can use this prompt again after each week of your journaling. The more you think about the idea, the more real it becomes.
• 29. What do you believe? Is there a reason behind your beliefs? Write about your deepest convictions. For example, maybe you’ll write about faith, family, friends, health, education, career—whatever’s most important to you. How does how you deal with stress reveal how confident you trust in these beliefs?
• 30. Life isn’t fair, but we all have our roles to play. If we play our cards right, we’ll lead happy lives. Consider your role. What do you enjoy? What skills do you possess? Identify the benefits of who you are. Who inspires you? Look for ways to use these strengths daily.
• 31. Are there things you wish you could change? Why? What keeps you from changing? Sometimes the answers aren’t immediately obvious. Don’t give up. Keep looking. Refocus. Dream big. Believe in who you are.
• 32. Today, I’m going to…Do what you say you’ll do. Talk about your intentions. Put everything into motion. Live up to your promises. Start where you left off. Finish what you started. Begin with action.
• 33. When you look around the room, tell me about something that catches your eye. What is it? What do you imagine it might be hiding?
• 34. What is something you find joy in doing? What makes you smile inside? Does being around certain people make you happier than others? What brings you happiness?
• 35. What do you appreciate the most about others? What makes them special to you? Can you put your feelings into words?
• 36. In my life, I will… Love myself enough to learn to forgive and forget. Express gratitude. Laugh often. Have fun. Ask for help when needed. Let go of guilt and shame. Treat everyone respectfully. Speak up for myself. Say no when necessary. Take care of my body so I stay youthful. And keep reaching higher.
• 37. Which habits hurt you the most? What’s your secret to breaking the habit? Could you take on another task? Perhaps you need a new job or relationship. Change may require courage. Consider making incremental changes instead of dramatic ones. Small steps forward are better than big leaps backward. That way, if you fail, you’ve only fallen a little.
• 38. What do you expect out of life? Where are you headed? Maybe you don’t know yet. But it doesn’t matter because today’s your day to decide. So dream big. Explore possibilities. Make choices. Follow your heart. Go after what you want. Be brave.
• 39. One thing I really enjoy is… Being outdoors. Going on long walks, hiking, fishing, camping, etc. I like spending time alone too, not necessarily in nature, but just doing nothing.
• 40. At times, I feel stuck. What helps me get unstuck? Do anything that feels good to you. Exercise, talk to a friend, watch television, read books, listen to music, paint, draw, sing, dance, walk, meditate—anything that gets you moving.
• 41. It is easy to feel sorry for ourselves. We become discouraged by circumstances beyond our control. However, I choose positive thinking every day. What I believe shapes my reality. Instead of focusing on negative events, why not focus on what you can do now? Think happy thoughts. Look for the silver lining. Focus on how far you’ve come rather than how much further you have to go.
• 42. Is there someone in your life whom you’d like to let go of? If so, write down three reasons he/she matters to you. Then tell him/her those are the reasons. Forgive yourself for holding onto negativity.
• 43. How are other people affecting your emotions? Are they energizing you, draining you, challenging you? Write down your observations.
• 44. Who is the greatest person in your life right now? Why are they important to you? What qualities do they possess? Do you admire or love their sense of humor, compassion, intelligence, kindness, generosity, integrity, loyalty, faithfulness?
• 45. Most people have one or two regrets in their lives. What’s yours? Now write about your biggest regret. Try to be objective about it. Don’t defend yourself. Just look at it honestly and try to understand why this event occurred. Was it a lesson learned? Or did you miss an opportunity to make a difference?
• 46. What would happen next year if you allowed yourself to live each moment fully? Would you be more successful or fulfilled? Would you reach a goal faster? Would you travel farther? Make art? Spend quality time with loved ones? Live by your principles? Learn something new? What does living in the present mean to you?
• 47. What was your childhood like? Did it lead you to where you are now? How did you turn things around then that got you into trouble later? Write about your childhood memories. How were they different from your adulthood experiences?
• 48. What kinds of experiences make you passionate & excited about life? What experiences leave you feeling empty & depressed? What makes you feel alive?
• 49. Imagine you had no fears, worries, insecurities, judgments or limitations. What would that be like? How would you spend your time? How would it change your relationships? What would you accomplish?
• 50. When you’re angry, how often do you yell or show rage toward others? Do you ever use physical violence to resolve anger issues? Is there anyone in life who’s causing you so much pain that they need to be removed? How will you handle this situation?
• 51. Do you ever wish you could “turn back” your age? That means taking off 25 years. If so, what kind of changes would you make?
• 52. Where do you find strength to stand up when you lose confidence? How do you recharge yourself after a difficult experience?
• 53. Are you aware of all your gifts and talents? Have you used them lately? To create more joy – share your unique abilities with some friends.
• 54. What are the five most important things in your life right now: family, health, religion, work, money? Take a few minutes to reflect on these words. Be honest with yourself.
• 55. What would your life look like if you followed your heart instead of pursuing other peoples’ expectations of you?
• 56. Who are the people in your life who are the best role models for you? Think about this list & ask yourself: Could I learn anything positive from any of these people?
• 57. What are the three ways you want to develop yourself personally? How can you keep doing those things?
• 58. In what areas of your life are you holding back? What would you like to let go of?
• 59. What would life be like if you focused on the good rather than the bad? What would your life look/feel/smell like?
• 60. What would happen if you made today your last day in your current job? What would you like your legacy to be?
• 61. List your top 10 challenges in life. Then rank them. Give yourself credit for the steps you’ve already taken to overcome some. But also realize that many of these issues will still remain in your life. Consider this question: Which challenge are you willing to give up? Which one should you avoid?
• 62. What does being courageous mean to you? What would it take to be truly courageous in your life? What does courage have to do with happiness?
• 64. Who has been an angel of encouragement to you in the past? Think about him/her. Share your feelings about the person you think of.
• 65. Describe a time when you faced a problem or threat – but decided not to let it stop you. Tell how you overcame that.
• 66. What is something about which you are grateful? Name at least 3 people in your life for whom you are thankful.
• 67. Imagine a time when you felt really happy; a time you remember fondly. Can you describe what was going through your mind during that happiest moment?
• 68. What do you believe in? Who inspires you? Why?
• 69. What did you dream as a child? Do you still dream? What is it?
• 70. What is the greatest gift you have ever received? And what is the greatest gift you can give someone else?
• 71. What makes you feel alive? What gives you energy?
• 72. How do you know when it’s time to change direction in your life? What keeps you from changing directions?
• 73. What makes you laugh out loud? What makes you smile?

Conclusion

I hope that these journaling prompts have helped you to manifest your dream life and dream career. When you use this manifestation journal in your daily life to help you focus on your goals, you’ll find that they become easier to achieve.

Your subconscious mind is very powerful. It knows exactly what you need to succeed in every area of your life. Best of luck!