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Junior High Journal Prompts: Fostering Self-Discovery and Emotional Growth
50 Junior High Journal Prompts
Ever wondered how a simple journal prompt could unlock a world of self-discovery and emotional growth for junior high students? We promise you'll leave this episode with practical strategies and insights on how journaling can nurture self-reflection, confidence, and gratitude during those pivotal junior high years. Join us as we explore the fascinating blog post "50 Junior High Journal Prompts" from The Stallion, a resource tailored to help young minds navigate the often tumultuous journey of adolescence. With categories spanning from exploring friendships to setting meaningful goals, these prompts are more than just writing exercises—they're gateways to personal growth.
Throughout the episode, we highlight standout prompts, like envisioning advice from one's future self or acknowledging unnoticed moments of pride. These exercises aim to build inner confidence and foster a sense of gratitude that improves happiness and relationships. By encouraging young students to think critically about their experiences and aspirations, we show how journaling can serve as a powerful tool for self-discovery. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or curious about the transformative power of journaling, this conversation offers valuable insights into supporting the emotional and intellectual development of junior high students.
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All right, let's dive into something kind of different. Today it's all about junior high and journaling.
Speaker 2:Ooh, interesting.
Speaker 1:Yeah, we're looking at this blog post called 50 Junior High Journal Prompts.
Speaker 2:Okay.
Speaker 1:It's from a website called the Stallion. I guess they make journals too. But these prompts they put together, they're supposed to help kids, you know, really think about themselves.
Speaker 2:Yeah, that makes sense. I mean, junior high is such a time of like figuring yourself out, right.
Speaker 1:Totally, and it's not just like what did I do today, kind of prompts either. These are like actually thought provoking questions.
Speaker 2:So deeper than just like a diary entry then Way deeper.
Speaker 1:They're divided into five categories. There's self-reflection, exploring friendship, building confidence, setting goals and expressing gratitude.
Speaker 2:I like how they cover like all these different aspects of a kid's life, you know, because junior high is about so much more than just schoolwork.
Speaker 1:Exactly Like remember how intense friendships were back then.
Speaker 2:Oh my gosh, yeah, and the drama.
Speaker 1:So much drama.
Speaker 2:Yeah.
Speaker 1:So let's look at some examples. In the self-reflection category, One prompt asks if I could talk to my future self, what advice do I think they would give me about life right now?
Speaker 2:Wow, that's deep, like getting advice from your older, wiser self.
Speaker 1:Right, it's almost like a time travel thing.
Speaker 2:Yeah, and you know, there's actually research that shows encouraging kids to think about their future selves can help them stay motivated to reach their goals.
Speaker 1:That's interesting. So it's not just like a fun thought experiment.
Speaker 2:Nope, it can actually be really beneficial.
Speaker 1:Okay, let's move on to exploring friendship. One prompt asks how do I feel when a friend cancels plans and how do I respond? So that I stay true to myself.
Speaker 2:Ooh, that's a good one. Especially these days with social media and everything Like, how do you deal with those kinds of situations without like losing yourself?
Speaker 1:Yeah, it's all about boundaries, right. Exactly and like figuring out what your own needs are which can be tough in junior high when you're so focused on fitting in.
Speaker 2:Totally Okay. What about building confidence? Any interesting prompts there?
Speaker 1:Oh yeah, definitely. There's one that asks what's a time I felt really proud of myself, even if no one else noticed.
Speaker 2:That's so important, like recognizing your own accomplishments, even if you don't get like outward praise.
Speaker 1:Yeah, it's about that inner confidence.
Speaker 2:Exactly.
Speaker 1:Okay, let's switch gears to setting goals. There's a prompt that says if I could achieve one big dream by the time I finish junior high, what would it be and why is it important to me?
Speaker 2:It's cool how they frame it within the context of junior high, you know, because even though they're young, kids can still have big dreams.
Speaker 1:Right, and it gets them thinking about what they really want. Exactly All right, last category, expressing gratitude. What do we have there?
Speaker 2:There's one that asks what's? A small thing I often take for granted, but realize now how much it matters to me.
Speaker 1:Oh, I like that one. It's all about appreciating the little things.
Speaker 2:Yeah, and gratitude has been shown to like boost happiness and improve relationships.
Speaker 1:So it's not just about feeling good. It actually has real benefits. Wow, okay, so we've gone through like a bunch of these journal prompts. What do you think so far? Anything standing out to you?
Speaker 2:Hmm, let me think about it for a sec. There are so many good ones. You know I keep thinking about that one with the future self. Like it's such a cool way to get kids thinking about perspective, you know. Like what would their older, wiser self tell them?
Speaker 1:right, because when you're in junior high, everything feels so huge and dramatic totally.
Speaker 2:But if you can step back and think about it from a future perspective, it might not seem so bad.
Speaker 1:Yeah, Like maybe your future self would be like don't sweat the small stuff.
Speaker 2:Exactly or like. You'll get through this.
Speaker 1:It's like having your own personal cheerleader from the future.
Speaker 2:I like that.
Speaker 1:Okay, there's another one in the self-reflection category that I thought was interesting. It asks what's one thing I wish people understood about me that they might not see right away.
Speaker 2:That's a good one. It's all about, like those hidden depths. You know the things that make you you.
Speaker 1:Yeah, because sometimes people just see the surface, but there's so much more going on underneath.
Speaker 2:Totally, and I think junior high is a time when kids are really starting to figure out who they are, so it's important for them to be able to express that Definitely.
Speaker 1:Yeah, okay, how about we talk about friendship again? There's a prompt in the exploring friendship category that asks what do I admire about my closest friends and what qualities do I hope they see in me?
Speaker 2:Oh, I like that one. It makes you think about both sides of the friendship.
Speaker 1:Yeah, it's not just about what you get from your friends, but also what you contribute.
Speaker 2:Exactly, and it encourages kids to think about the qualities that are important to them in a friendship.
Speaker 1:Right. Okay, let's move on to setting goals. There's one that says if I could learn one new skill before I finish junior high, what would it be and why?
Speaker 2:Hmm, that's a good way to get kids thinking about their interests and how they can develop them.
Speaker 1:Yeah, like maybe they want to learn to code or play the guitar or something.
Speaker 2:And it helps them connect those interests to their future goals.
Speaker 1:Right, because even though they're in junior high, they're already starting to think about what they want to do with their lives.
Speaker 2:Exactly.
Speaker 1:Yeah.
Speaker 2:Okay, what about gratitude? Any more prompts in that category?
Speaker 1:Yeah, there's one that asks what's one thing about my family that I'm grateful for, even if I don't always show it?
Speaker 2:Ah, that's sweet. It's so easy to take our families for granted sometimes.
Speaker 1:I know right, but they're always there for us.
Speaker 2:Yeah, and I think it's important for kids to recognize that.
Speaker 1:Definitely yeah, okay, so, we OK. So we've talked about self-reflection, exploring friendship, building confidence and expressing gratitude. What do you think about all these prompts so far?
Speaker 2:I'm really impressed Like they're so thoughtful and insightful.
Speaker 1:I know right. I almost wish I had these prompts back when I was in junior high.
Speaker 2:Me too.
Speaker 1:But hey, it's never too late to start journaling.
Speaker 2:That's true. You know, I actually keep a journal myself.
Speaker 1:Really.
Speaker 2:Yeah, it's a great way to like process my thoughts and feelings.
Speaker 1:I bet and you don't have to be a writer to do it Nope.
Speaker 2:Anyone can journal.
Speaker 1:Okay, so we have one more category to go Setting goals and I think this is going to be a good one, because it's all about helping kids Me too, so stick with us. We'll be right back after a quick break.
Speaker 2:All right, so we're back and we're tackling our final category setting goals.
Speaker 1:Yes, it's all about looking ahead and, you know, thinking about what you want to achieve.
Speaker 2:Which is super important in junior high, because you're starting to make decisions that can really impact your future.
Speaker 1:Right, like what classes you take or what activities you join, exactly, yeah, so let's jump into some prompts OK, like what classes you take or what activities you join, exactly yeah. So let's jump into some props, Okay.
Speaker 2:This one asks what are three things I want to accomplish before I graduate high school?
Speaker 1:Ooh, that's a good one.
Speaker 2:Yeah.
Speaker 1:It gets them thinking long term.
Speaker 2:Yeah, like beyond just junior high.
Speaker 1:So what kind of things do you think kids might write down?
Speaker 2:Well, it could be anything right Like getting good grades or making the varsity team or maybe even starting their own business.
Speaker 1:Oh yeah.
Speaker 2:Or like traveling to a different country or learning a new language.
Speaker 1:Totally, the possibilities are endless.
Speaker 2:All right, here's another one. What's one small step I can take this week to move closer to one of my goals?
Speaker 1:I love that one because it's all about taking action. Yeah, it's not just about dreaming big, but actually doing something to make those dreams happen. And sometimes that first step is the hardest, definitely. But once you take it, you start building momentum exactly okay.
Speaker 2:Here's one that I think is really important. It asks what are some obstacles I might face as I work towards my goals and how can I prepare myself to overcome them ooh, that's a tough one, but so necessary. Because let's be real, life isn't always easy.
Speaker 1:Nope, there are going to be challenges along the way.
Speaker 2:But if you can anticipate those challenges, you'll be better equipped to deal with them.
Speaker 1:Yeah, it's like having a plan B.
Speaker 2:Right, Okay, Last prompt in this category. It asks who are some people I can turn to for support and encouragement as I work towards my goals.
Speaker 1:Oh, I love that one. It's all about building your support system.
Speaker 2:Because you don't have to do it alone.
Speaker 1:Nope, you need people in your corner who believe in you. Exactly Okay, so we've covered all five categories now Wow that was a lot, yeah, but I have to say I'm really impressed with these journal prompts.
Speaker 2:Me too. They're so thoughtful and insightful.
Speaker 1:Yeah, and they're not just for junior high students either.
Speaker 2:Totally. Anyone can benefit from self-reflection and goal setting.
Speaker 1:So if you're listening and you want to try journaling, I highly recommend checking out these prompts. Yeah, they're a great starting point. And on that note, we're going to leave you with one final thought. If you could create your own journal prompt for someone in junior high, what would it be?
Speaker 2:Hmm, that's a good question. We'd love to hear your ideas, share them with us on social media. And until next time, happy journaling.