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Journal For Self-Love - How Journaling Cultivates Self-Love
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Ever felt like self-love is just another abstract concept rather than something tangible you can practice? This eye-opening conversation dives deep into how journaling transforms self-compassion from a nice idea into a daily ritual that genuinely changes how you feel about yourself.
We explore the science behind why writing things down is so powerful for emotional processing. It's not merely about recording thoughts—it's about creating distance from overwhelming emotions, recognizing patterns, and ultimately gaining clarity about who you are and what you value. Through the physical act of putting pen to paper, we literally externalize our internal worlds, making space for healing and growth.
LaStallion Journals serves as our case study with their thoughtfully designed self-love notebooks. But this goes far beyond product features—we unpack how every element, from premium paper to guided prompts to numbered pages, serves the deeper purpose of self-discovery. We share real-life transformation stories, practical techniques for challenging your inner critic, and creative approaches to self-expression that go beyond traditional writing.
The most profound insight? Self-love isn't something you achieve—it's something you practice, one journal entry at a time. What might change if you dedicated just five minutes daily to this ritual of self-connection? Your journey toward self-compassion might begin with something as simple as opening a notebook and writing down one thing you like about yourself today. Ready to pick up the pen?
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Okay, so we're back, and today we are diving into self-love.
Speaker 2:Oh, okay.
Speaker 1:You know it's something we all could probably use a little more of, for sure. And we've talked about LaStallion Journals before and their journal notebook for self-love, right. They've got like a huge range, you know, from those soft cover A5s. I really like the Royal Blue, yeah, and the cocoa brown. Those are nice, but they've also got the hardcovers too.
Speaker 2:Right.
Speaker 1:And I'm kind of partial to the optimist orange.
Speaker 2:Oh yeah.
Speaker 1:But I mean, the clarity blue is really calling to me too.
Speaker 2:I can see that.
Speaker 1:And you know it's funny how some colors are always sold out.
Speaker 2:Yeah, you're right.
Speaker 1:People are really finding something that speaks to them there.
Speaker 2:I think it shows you how much people are looking for a way to actually make self-love a part of their lives.
Speaker 1:Yeah, like something real.
Speaker 2:Exactly. Not just an idea.
Speaker 1:Not just something you read in a self-help book, but something you can actually do.
Speaker 2:Yeah, make it a habit.
Speaker 1:Yeah, and I think that's what we're really digging into today, like how can a journal actually make a difference in how you feel about yourself?
Speaker 2:That's the big question, right.
Speaker 1:Yeah, because you know everyone's busy.
Speaker 2:Tell me about it.
Speaker 1:Self-care. It's like this luxury.
Speaker 2:I can do it that way.
Speaker 1:So can a journal be that thing that helps us? You know, actually fit self-love into our lives.
Speaker 2:Yeah, like a manageable way to do it Exactly and Lestall into our lives. Yeah, like a manageable way to do it exactly and listallion uses that nice thick paper.
Speaker 1:Oh yeah, the 120 gsm.
Speaker 2:It just makes you want to write it's so smooth, so let's start there.
Speaker 1:Like why is journaling good for self-love in the first place?
Speaker 2:well, I think you have to remember that self-love comes from understanding yourself okay and from being kind to yourself like self-compassion, exactly okay and a journal gives you this space where you can just be with yourself.
Speaker 1:Mm-hmm.
Speaker 2:You know, no judgment. You can just be honest Right, and when you write stuff down it really does something.
Speaker 1:What do you mean?
Speaker 2:It's not just about remembering what happened.
Speaker 1:Okay.
Speaker 2:It's about dealing with your feelings Interesting and that can actually lower your stress. Interesting and that can actually lower your stress.
Speaker 1:Yeah, and help you be more present Like mindful, exactly. Wow, okay, and if you do it regularly. Yeah.
Speaker 2:You start to get to know yourself better.
Speaker 1:Like what you care about your values. Okay.
Speaker 2:And that makes you more resilient.
Speaker 1:So it's not just like a diary, no, it's more active.
Speaker 2:Right, you're engaging with yourself. I like that and Lestallion gets that.
Speaker 1:Yeah.
Speaker 2:They've designed their journals to help you grow.
Speaker 1:They're not just blank pages.
Speaker 2:Right.
Speaker 1:So how does writing actually help us with our emotions?
Speaker 2:Sometimes you get hit with an emotion.
Speaker 1:Yeah.
Speaker 2:And it feels huge.
Speaker 1:Like it takes over.
Speaker 2:Totally. But if you write about it, you're putting it into words Okay, and suddenly you can see it a little more clearly. Interesting you might notice that certain things always make you feel a certain way.
Speaker 1:I guess so.
Speaker 2:Like maybe you feel insecure when you're around certain people.
Speaker 1:Okay.
Speaker 2:Yeah Well, Stallion, they have these prompts in their journals. I've seen those Questions like what makes me feel truly seen, or what are three things I'm genuinely proud of.
Speaker 1:They make you think.
Speaker 2:They do, and that's the point. Okay, to help you really look at yourself.
Speaker 1:And figure out what's going on. Exactly, and you start to see the pattern.
Speaker 2:Yeah, the things that trigger you.
Speaker 1:Makes sense.
Speaker 2:Those prompts are like a starting point.
Speaker 1:It's nice to have some guidance.
Speaker 2:Right, and they also encourage things like gratitude lists.
Speaker 1:Oh yeah, those are great.
Speaker 2:And affirmations.
Speaker 1:Right, it's like you're actually doing something.
Speaker 2:It makes it real.
Speaker 1:Not just a thought in your head.
Speaker 2:Exactly.
Speaker 1:And the paper they use. Oh yeah. That premium, wood-free ivory colored paper.
Speaker 2:It feels so good to write on.
Speaker 1:It just adds to the whole experience.
Speaker 2:It does it tells you that this is important.
Speaker 1:Like, you deserve this.
Speaker 2:Yeah.
Speaker 1:And so let's talk about the actual journal features. Okay, they've got a built-in table of contents and numbered pages.
Speaker 2:Right.
Speaker 1:Seems pretty practical, but how does that help with self-love?
Speaker 2:Well, self-love isn't always easy. Definitely not. There are good days and bad days, yeah.
Speaker 1:You go through phases.
Speaker 2:You do, and the table of contents is like a map of your journey.
Speaker 1:Okay.
Speaker 2:You can keep track of things you've learned, or at times you felt really strong or really down.
Speaker 1:So you can go back and see how far you've come.
Speaker 2:Exactly, and the numbers on the pages help you see how your thoughts are changing.
Speaker 1:It's like a timeline of your inner world.
Speaker 2:Yeah, it makes it feel real.
Speaker 1:Like you're making progress, they also have those wide lines.
Speaker 2:Yeah, the 7.5 millimeter ones.
Speaker 1:It just feels like you have space to write.
Speaker 2:Plenty of room for your thoughts.
Speaker 1:And some of the journals have that soft faux leather cover.
Speaker 2:Oh yeah, that's nice.
Speaker 1:It feels really good in your hand, it's comforting. It makes it feel special.
Speaker 2:It's like a little ritual.
Speaker 1:Taking care of yourself. Exactly, and they have 211 pages.
Speaker 2:Wow, that's a lot.
Speaker 1:Of that thick paper.
Speaker 2:So you can use any pen you want.
Speaker 1:You could even sketch.
Speaker 2:Without it bleeding through.
Speaker 1:Exactly.
Speaker 2:They've thought of everything.
Speaker 1:And then there are those dashed lines in some of them.
Speaker 2:Oh yeah, I like those.
Speaker 1:How are those good for self-love journaling?
Speaker 2:Well, they give you some structure, if you want it.
Speaker 1:But you don't have to follow them.
Speaker 2:Exactly, they're like a suggestion. Okay, you can use them for mind maps.
Speaker 1:Oh yeah, To connect your thoughts.
Speaker 2:Or to track your habits.
Speaker 1:Like self-care habits. You could even get creative and doodle.
Speaker 2:It's your space.
Speaker 1:I love that freedom.
Speaker 2:It's about expressing yourself.
Speaker 1:And they have that little ribbon bookmark. It's so handy, you never lose your place.
Speaker 2:And the back pocket.
Speaker 1:What do you use that for?
Speaker 2:You can put anything in there.
Speaker 1:Like what.
Speaker 2:Inspiring quotes you find Okay, or little notes to yourself Like reminders, yeah, or even little things that make you happy.
Speaker 1:I love that idea.
Speaker 2:It's like a treasure chest.
Speaker 1:For your self-love journey.
Speaker 2:Exactly.
Speaker 1:It really does feel like they've thought about everything.
Speaker 2:They really have.
Speaker 1:You know, thinking about how these journals can actually help people. I have this friend let's call her Maya. Oh, she was going through a rough time, really stressed and down on herself.
Speaker 2:I've been there.
Speaker 1:And she got a Lestallion journal.
Speaker 2:Which one?
Speaker 1:I think it was the juniper green one.
Speaker 2:Oh, the soft cover, yeah, which one, I think it was the juniper green one oh, the soft cover.
Speaker 1:Yeah, she said at first she didn't know what to write.
Speaker 2:I can imagine. But she started small, like what?
Speaker 1:Just one thing she liked about herself each day.
Speaker 2:That's a good start.
Speaker 1:And she used the numbered pages to keep track.
Speaker 2:Oh smart.
Speaker 1:And she said, seeing those numbers go up really helped her.
Speaker 2:It's motivating.
Speaker 1:And she started using the dashed lines to draw things.
Speaker 2:Like what. Little reminders of her good qualities. That's a great idea.
Speaker 1:She said the journal became the safe space when she could be herself and work on feeling better.
Speaker 2:I love that.
Speaker 1:It shows how those little features can really make a difference.
Speaker 2:They add up.
Speaker 1:They make it feel doable.
Speaker 2:Yeah.
Speaker 1:So what are some tips for people who want to use a self-love journal?
Speaker 2:Okay, well, first of all, make it a habit.
Speaker 1:What every day.
Speaker 2:Even if it's just for five minutes.
Speaker 1:Okay.
Speaker 2:Write down some affirmations.
Speaker 1:Those are those positive statements.
Speaker 2:Right like I am strong or I am worthy.
Speaker 1:You can write them on those smooth pages.
Speaker 2:They make it so enjoyable.
Speaker 1:Yeah, and don't be afraid to use the prompts.
Speaker 2:They're there to help you.
Speaker 1:And those listalian pages can handle a lot of writing.
Speaker 2:Oh yeah, they're tough.
Speaker 1:And gratitude lists are always good.
Speaker 2:You can even get creative with the dashed lines.
Speaker 1:Oh fun.
Speaker 2:And don't forget to celebrate your progress.
Speaker 1:Like look back and see how far you've come.
Speaker 2:You can use the table of contents to find those important moments.
Speaker 1:Those are really helpful tips.
Speaker 2:I hope so.
Speaker 1:But what about when things are hard?
Speaker 2:Yeah, life isn't always easy.
Speaker 1:And that inner critic can be so loud.
Speaker 2:Oh, tell me about it.
Speaker 1:So how can journaling help with that?
Speaker 2:When you're stressed or feeling down, writing things down can really help.
Speaker 1:Like how.
Speaker 2:It helps you get out of your head.
Speaker 1:Okay.
Speaker 2:And the structure of the journal can be really good.
Speaker 1:Like the table of contents.
Speaker 2:Yeah, you can use it to plan out your reflections or the week or the month Exactly. It helps you see the bigger picture.
Speaker 1:Like you're not just stuck in the moment Right and even just holding the journal.
Speaker 2:Yeah, that soft cover.
Speaker 1:It can be comforting.
Speaker 2:It's like a reminder to be kind to yourself.
Speaker 1:So the journal can help you deal with negative thoughts? It can. How do you actually do that?
Speaker 2:First you have to acknowledge them.
Speaker 1:Like write them down.
Speaker 2:Yeah, don't be afraid to put them on the page.
Speaker 1:And then what?
Speaker 2:Then you can see how often they come up.
Speaker 1:You can use the numbered pages to track them.
Speaker 2:Exactly. You might notice some patterns.
Speaker 1:Interesting.
Speaker 2:And once you know what you're dealing with, you can start to challenge those thoughts.
Speaker 1:Like argue with them.
Speaker 2:In a way.
Speaker 1:Okay.
Speaker 2:Write down why they might not be true.
Speaker 1:Or how you can see things differently.
Speaker 2:It's like you're rewriting the story.
Speaker 1:And it's all right there in your journal, those strong pages. They can take it. They can and Lestallion talks about how nice their paper is. It's that ivory color. How can we use that for self-love?
Speaker 2:Well, it's not just for writing.
Speaker 1:Oh right.
Speaker 2:You can use your journal to be creative, like how you can draw or paint.
Speaker 1:Right on those pages.
Speaker 2:Yeah, they're perfect for it.
Speaker 1:Wow.
Speaker 2:You can make vision boards.
Speaker 1:Oh, oh yeah, with pictures and words or a map line maps with the dashed lines it's all about expressing yourself and that's part of self-love it is you know my sister, she's really into art oh, but she always felt like it wasn't serious enough like it wasn't productive yeah, but then she got a list allion journal which one the rose a pink one that's a pretty color and she started just doodling in it.
Speaker 2:Whatever came to mind.
Speaker 1:Yeah, and she said it really helped her.
Speaker 2:Oh so.
Speaker 1:It was like a way to relax. To de-stress and to just be herself. Without judgment yeah, it was her space.
Speaker 2:That's awesome.
Speaker 1:It shows how being creative can be really good for you.
Speaker 2:It's a form of self care.
Speaker 1:So getting a listallion journal is like investing in yourself.
Speaker 2:It is.
Speaker 1:It's a way to take care of your mental health.
Speaker 2:And build your self confidence.
Speaker 1:And deal with all the tough stuff.
Speaker 2:It gives you the tools you need.
Speaker 1:So think about this.
Speaker 2:Okay.
Speaker 1:What if you spent just a few minutes each day writing your journal?
Speaker 2:Yeah.
Speaker 1:How would that change how you feel about yourself?
Speaker 2:Because we're thinking about it. What?
Speaker 1:stories would you tell?