Sunday WORD:ship
When you're all out of words
It’s to be expected, I am still in a funk about having to leave West Wales. I have the ‘beach house’ blues and I can’t seem to shake them. Which is ridiculous, but the knock on effect of feeling this way, is that I’m all out of words. The weather is pretty bleak outside, the dogs are snoring, and all I want to do is curl back under the duvet.
Whatever my mood, I always manage to create a few therapeutic journaling prompts…
Welcome to my Sunday WORD:ship series, where I try every Sunday to provide a space designed for those seeking solace in the rhythm of writing, especially during moments of creative emptiness. I seem to struggle with my writing on a Sunday, as though all my creative juices have all been used up in the week prior. However, journaling prompts always seem to beckon the mind to delve into unchartered territories, fostering self reflection, healing and creative expression.
Perhaps you’ll care to join me explore the power of therapeutic journaling by using the prompts below. I’ve created them based on my cravings to want to move away from the city and live in a beach cottage in West Wales. You never know, these prompts may help you uncover depths and revelations you might not have otherwise unearthed…
1. Write about a time in your life when you exhibited resilience in a challenging situation. How did you navigate it and what did you learn about yourself?
2. Describe a place where you find solace amid the chaos. What makes it comforting, and how does it affect your state of mind?
3. Write about something you need to let go of. What’s holding you back, and how might releasing it impact your life?
4. Explore a dream or aspiration you’ve put on hold recently, what steps can you take to bring it closer to reality?
I hope you’re not feeling in a funk like me, but that you manage some quality time with your journal or a good book. I’m off to dive back into “Went to London, Took the Dog” it’s a belter of a memoir, fair play Nina Stibbe you really do have a way with words.
Until the next time
Take care and stay safe xx