Best Positive Journal Prompts in 2023

One of the best ways to find positivity in life is by challenging your perspective and finding the good in everything. We all have those moments when we feel down, unmotivated, or are generally unhappy. And there’s nothing wrong with that; it’s completely normal to have a bad day once in a while. But what makes the difference between having a bad day and constantly feeling negative about life is our reaction to these experiences. Fortunately, there are ways to get out of that negative mindset and into a happier state of mind. Positivity is not something you either have or don’t have, but rather something you can develop through practice. These positive journal prompts will help you see the brighter side of things.

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Best Positive Journal Prompts in 2023

95 Positive Journal Prompts

What is one good thing that happened to me today?

What does having a fresh start mean to me?

The food I am most excited to try on my upcoming trip is . . .

What is one of the best compliments I have received? How did that make me feel?

What is one of my favorite ways to spend time with my child(ren)?

What is a happy moment I remember from my childhood?

What is one thing my child(ren) did today that I want to remember?

What is my favorite holiday tradition? What do I love about it?

How do I want to take care of myself in the new year?

What gifts am I excited to give this holiday season?

If money was no concern, where would I want to travel next, and why?

Who do I love in my life?

What is one thing that came out of the COVID-19 pandemic that I want to keep in my life?

In what ways can I be healthier in the new year?

What is the best professional compliment I have received?

What am I most looking forward to working on next week?

How can I give back more in the new year?

When do I feel most confident?

When do I remember feeling appreciated?

I am most proud of . . .

What relationships would I like to develop further over the next six months?

What feelings does spring evoke?

What is a physical feature of mine that I like?

What qualities do I bring to a friendship?

What is one of my favorite hobbies, and why?

If I had to define myself in terms of principles, what would they be?

What small or big win in my work can I celebrate today?

What is something I can do for myself today?

Was there anything in my day that made me thankful?

What do I want to add to my life in the new year?

What can I be thankful for that I take for granted in my day-to-day life?

What made me laugh today?

What do I consider my greatest professional success?

What qualities do I admire in my parents?

What is one of my favorite family memories?

What would I like to spend my time doing when I retire?

What food or meal is a favorite from my childhood?

Who is someone I look up to, and why?

What is one way I think journaling could improve my life?

What is one habit I currently have that I would like to get rid of in the new year?

What is something I can thank myself for?

What were my favorite things about the destination?

What are ways I can practice self-care daily?

What is something I love to do on cold winter nights?

Where would I celebrate New Year's if I could celebrate it from anywhere?

What is the best thing that happened today?

What do I most enjoy about the holidays?

Is there anyone that deserves a big "thank you"?

What activity do I enjoy doing with a friend?

What should I explore next in my hometown?

What is my favorite holiday movie, and why?

How does my significant other make me feel loved?

What made me smile today?

What do I consider my greatest personal success?

Who were the most important people in my life in the past year?

What was one of the most fun moments of my life?

What am I grateful for at work?

How do I want to grow in the new year?

What is one of my favorite trips or vacations?

What would I like to learn more about, and why?

What is one thing that I desire for my career?

What is one new thing I can try in the new year?

What were the funniest moments from my trip?

What is something I am good at? What makes me good at it?

What do I want to celebrate from the past year?

What is one of my favorite holidays, and why?

What is one of my favorite aspects of being a parent?

What is one way that technology enhances my productivity?

What would I do tomorrow if I had a free day?

What was one of the best meals I ate on the trip?

What is something I love now that I could never have imagined I would like in the past?

Remember a time when I was happy, and write about it.

What am I grateful for today?

What am I most excited about in the new year?

How did I grow in the past year?

When was the last time I laughed uncontrollably?

What is a time I went out of my comfort zone while traveling?

When do my significant other and I have the most fun?