- Take a moment to focus
This helps us transition from our daily activities to a state of mindfulness and focused attention. - Review past entries (optional)
Offering us the chance to review our past entries before beginning new reflections provides context and continuity to our inventory. This review can help us recognize patterns, track progress, and connect past insights with current experiences. - Notice how you feel (Mood)
Sets the tone for reflection, enhancing self-awareness and heightening awareness of our current emotional state.
For the following questions, take your time and try to provide at least 3 answers.
- Focus on the good things in life (Gratitude)
Encourages a positive mindset, helping us appreciate the good in our lives, which can improve mood and outlook, and fosters a sense of well-being and satisfaction. - Acknowledge your strengths (Competence)
Reflecting on achievements allows us to acknowledge and build on our strengths. - Confront concerns and worries (Fear)
Identifying anxieties and concerns nurtures emotional resilience by confronting and accepting limitations or challenges. - Consider opportunities to grow (Change)
Encourages consideration of potential improvements and adaptations, fostering a constructive mindset and the ability to effect positive changes in behavior and habits. - Identify (Obstacles)
Anticipating challenges helps in planning and preparedness, minimizes frustration, aids in problem-solving and reduces the impact of potential hindrances. - Reflect on harms caused (Amends)
Fosters accountability and relational repair by encouraging us to consider apologies or corrections for our actions, which is vital for maintaining healthy relationships and personal integrity. - Summary view (Review)
This final step provides a comprehensive overview of our reflection session. It synthesizes the day's reflections into a coherent narrative, helping us understand our overall emotional and psychological state. This view promotes a sense of closure and accomplishment, reinforcing progress and highlighting areas for future focus and development.