For me, I would describe my week as busy. I also haven’t been feeling too well with all that’s going on. I’m doing my absolute best, though! 💪😌
You can also find this post here in The Pencil Case on The Mighty!
Activity
Finish this sentence: Today, my best looks like _______________.
We did it! We made it through half the week like the champions we are 🙌.
Let’s reflect on what our best looks like today, whether that be checking things off our to-do lists, working, studying, or simply existing.
My Reflection
I’ll share first!
Today, my best looks like finishing up my work in the morning and taking time out to simply be for the remainder of the day, relieving myself of any expectations and worries.
You can also find this post here in The Pencil Case on The Mighty!
What words would you like to use more of when talking about (or to) yourself?
My Reflection
In the early days of my recovery journey, the first thing a counselor said to me was, “Do you realize how you speak to yourself? Would you speak to someone you love the same way you speak to yourself?” Let’s just say my answer was an automatic “no.” This sparked a change in my perspective and from that point on, I became more aware of my inner dialogue and the words I use to communicate with myself.
Since then, the words I make sure I use in my “self-care and self-love dialogue” are “I deserve…” “I’m allowed to…” and “help.” I’m learning to be more kind to myself.
What about you? What words would you like to use more of?
You can also find this prompt here in The Pencil Case on The Mighty!
For today’s reflection prompt, let’s think about the things we find important.
My Reflection
Here is my list:
🧠 My mental health 🧘 My peace of mind 👪 Family and friends 💕 Spreading love to others 🦋 Taking one moment at a time 💵 Paying attention to my finances 🌹Healing my inner child and going to therapy 🥙🚰 Making sure I’m eating enough and drinking water ❤️ My Mighty work!
What’s on your list?
You can also find this prompt in The Pencil Case on The Mighty here.
Activity
What’s one thing you can do outside your comfort zone that will benefit you in your health journey this month?
My Reflection
As I walk in my recovery journey, I often find myself at a crossroads with my comfort zone. On one hand, I find myself choosing what’s most familiar to me because it easier to access, but on the other hand I know that change and new habits can benefit my growth, especially when it comes to self-care and consistency 🤔.
Something I’m trying that I know will benefit me and my mental health —and is out of my comfort zone — is reaching out and talking to someone when I catch myself overthinking. It’s so easy for me to go hours feeling overwhelmed when I know it would be helpful to talk out my concerns with someone else.
What about you? What can you do outside your comfort zone that will benefit your journey?
You can also find this prompt in The Self-Care Lounge on The Mighty here.
Activity
What helps you boost your self-confidence when you’re feeling down?
My Reflection
March felt like such a long month for me 😩. My thoughts have been racing for the longest time. I think it’s time for me to prioritize some self-care that’ll boost my self-confidence.
What usually helps me the most is getting my eyebrows done, getting dressed up, and taking myself out on a solo date. I’ll make sure to add that to my to-do list right away 📆✍️.
What about you? What do you do to help boost your self-confidence?
You can also find this prompt in The No Shame group on The Mighty here.
What was the last thing you did for yourself or someone else that made you feel good?
Let’s share some feel-good moments with one another!
My Reflection
The last thing I did for myself that made me feel good was make myself tea and allow myself time to be proud of myself for completing all of my tasks for the week. Checking off that last to-do on Friday to enjoy my weekend felt so good!
You can also find this prompt in The Pencil Case on The Mighty here.
Activity
Finish this sentence: I release the need to _________.
Let’s take some deep breaths and release what’s been keeping us from moving forward.
My Reflection
I release the need to know what will happen next in my life and welcome each moment as it comes. I am on the right path.
Feel free to also check out this post in the Check In With Me group on The Mighty here.
What flame do you want to ignite within yourself more? What are you working on getting better at?
🔵🔥 Blue Flame: Confidence
🌕🔥 Yellow Flame: Self-awareness
🔶🔥 Orange Flame: Creativity/self-expression
🔴🔥 Red Flame: Self-advocacy/standing up for yourself
Note: Feel free to also choose your own flames in the comments below!
My Reflection
I choose all four flames! I want to continue working on my growth overall, especially when it comes to my relationships, creativity, and career. I also want to work on being confident in my decisions and staying true to my intuition.
You can also find this prompt here in The Pencil Case on The Mighty.
Today I will listen to my body and go at a pace that is best for me. I will also eat a filling breakfast, do my work, and help my mom as best I can with grocery shopping and running errands.
Warm reminder: You are worthy of self-care and taking the breaks you need today.
You can also find this prompt here in The Pencil Case on The Mighty.
Let’s lift each other up today! Choose a light and follow the prompt that goes with it.
🕯️: What’s a helpful (and practical) piece of advice you’ve been given in the past?
💡: What helps you to stay grounded and continue moving forward?
My Reflection
This advice kind of answers both questions 🕯️💡. I remember my ninth grade English teacher telling me once that when reading a book, stop looking at how much you have left to read and just focus on the page you’re on. This stuck with me because it helps me check in on myself and focus/ground my energy on right now. It’s often easy for me to want to know what’s going to happen next, so only prioritizing on today calms my anxiety and allows me to let go of future expectations.
You can also find this prompt here in the Check In With Me group on The Mighty!
What’s an important experience you’ve had this year?
As we head into the home stretch of 2022, let’s reflect on something important that we’ve experienced thus far. It can be an experience you’ve learned from or an event/moment that’s impacted you positively or negatively.
My Reflection
I’ll go first! An important experience I’ve had this year was getting closer to my mom and building a safe relationship with her.
Check out this prompt here in The Pencil Case on The Mighty.
Activity
Make a list of three words or phrases describing your goals for the end of the year.
My Reflection
My three phrases are:
1. Content with my progress. 2. Calm and at peace with myself. 3. Organized and ready to take on another year.
What words are on your list? 🙂🌟
Check out this prompt here in The Pencil Case on The Mighty.
Activity
Write a reminder list to guide you through the week ahead.
Let’s prepare for the week ✍️.
Either in your own journal or in the comments below, write a reminder list of important things you want to remember or accomplish this week.
My Reflection
Here is my list:
Therapy
ETS Presentation with NAMI-NYC
Food Shopping
Paying the bills.
Mighty work
Sparkly work and projects
Check out this prompt here in The Pencil Case on The Mighty.
Mid-week Encouragement Rest Stop: Supportive and Motivational Messages
Write an encouraging or motivational message in the comments below for yourself or someone who may need support today. 🌱💌
My Message!
Take your time and rest if you need to. You are doing what you can right now. I’m proud of you ❤️.
You can find this post in The Pencil Case on The Mightyhere.
Activity
Finish this sentence: My proudest moment was when __________.
Think of a moment in your life when you felt the proudest you’ve ever been. What moment comes to mind?
My Reflection
My proudest moment was when I graduated college even after experiencing the lowest I’ve ever been with my mental health. I strived to get that degree and I got it WITH magna cum laude honors AND distinction in the writing program 💃. I did that!
Check out this post in the Cheer Me On group on The Mighty here.
How was this week for everyone? Any highlights, challenges, or victories you would like to share?
My Reflection
My week was OK. I’m proud of myself for getting all of my work done! I’m struggling with insomnia again, though 😩. I’m currently powering through the tiredness and ruminating thoughts.
What about you? Feel free to share in the comments below 💌
You can find this post in The Pencil Case on The Mighty here.
Activity
In the comments below, in your own Pencil Case post, or in a personal journal take a minute or two to just write ✏️. You can write about what’s been frustrating or challenging for you recently, something that you’re proud of yourself for accomplishing, a goal that you have, a poem that you wrote or something that you created, perhaps even a word of encouragement or what’s been helping to keep you inspired or motivated.
My Reflection
Here’s my free write!
Today I want to share about what I’m working on in terms of my growth and progress. I went to therapy recently and realized I have such a hard time being proud of myself and not rationalizing my achievements as expectation. My goal for the rest of the year is to look at my accomplishments as wins no matter how “big” or “small” and allow myself to feel good when I do something great. I deserve to feel good.
You can find this post in The Pencil Case on The Mighty here.
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