S1 E8 | Journaling for Self-Discovery: Freestyle vs. Guided Techniques

In this episode, we’re talking all about journaling and how it can help you at any stage of life! Journaling is an incredible tool for self-reflection, understanding your emotions, and even discovering your purpose in life. Alexa shares her love for freestyle journaling—just a pen and blank pages, letting her thoughts flow naturally. Andrea, on the other hand, prefers using prompts and guided journal books to structure her thoughts and dive deeper. We believe journaling is for everyone, and we want to encourage you to give it a try! Experiment with both styles and find what works best for you. 💛 Links to Journals and Tools We Love: 💛 Alexa’s Go-To Supplies: ✨ https://amzn.to/4f6pViV Andrea’s Favorite Guided Journals: ✨ https://joinform.com/products/daily-check-in-journal-oat-milk ✨ https://pulseofpotential.com/products/the-growth-guided-journal?tw_source=google&tw_adid=698123023171&tw_campaign=21243123504&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAAqVJAFMVQOtR0O435dLv3W17I2F6s&gclid=CjwKCAiA0rW6BhAcEiwAQH28Io5twvTpftahQhZFxAHuwoH36t71int-iKHplAaodFaWdm7zOYPjeBoCqnAQAvD_BwE ✨ https://www.myryve.com/products/ryve-daily-gratitude-journal-for-women-daily-journal-for-women-mindfulness-journal-daily-affirmation-journal-for-women-self-care-journal-daily-journal-with-prompts-self-reflection-journal ✨ Wheel of Emotions: https://images.app.goo.gl/Cn979L3Vdp171iWc6 We hope this episode inspires you to start your journaling journey—whether it’s freestyle, guided, or a mix of both! Let us know in the comments what style resonates with you. -- (00:00) Intro (00:46) Instagram Polls (03:13) Journaling Techniques (07:08) How Journaling Helps (13:30) Journaling & Setting Boundaries (15:30) Journaling & Getting to Know Yourself (18:28) To Do Lists vs. Time Blocking (19:55) Journaling Topics (28:32) Wheel of Emotions (30:39) Journaling Patterns & Personal Growth (39:53) Outro --✨ Follow us on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube @asyouarepod for more updates!