Gratitude Diaries #2 Gratitude Journal Prompts (& My Answers)

Ash
Sep 23
2 min read

Hello! This blog post is dedicated to some gratitude journal prompts and my answers to those. I took some of these prompts from the blog "The Canadian Guy". Hope you enjoy!

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Gratitude Diaries 2: Gratitude Journal Prompts (& My Answers)

1) How does the view from your window make you feel? Happy that I can see the sunshine and watch people walk by without them noticing me too much. I also feel grateful to see all the spring flowers blooming.

Suburban neighborhood at sunset with soft orange clouds. Rooftops and parked vehicles are visible. A calm and serene atmosphere.

2) What's one aspect of breakfast that you're grateful for today? I love going out for breakfast and getting things like French Toast or Eggs Benedict. I'm also grateful to be able to have a kitchen that can do all that, too. And that I can cook.

A brunch plate with poached eggs, bacon, sausage, mushrooms, grilled tomato, polenta cake, toast, and a lemon wedge on a wooden table. — Big Brekkie at North and Eight, Essendon

3) What are three current positives in your life? 1. Benji Bear (our dog) 2. Having a roof over my head 3. Living in Melbourne with my partner, Luke.

A happy corgi with a black bow tie is being held by a person on a cozy couch. The background shows a bookshelf.

4) What aspects of your home bring you joy? Being able to watch the sunrises and sunsets from the balcony, my office area with a fancy desk and chair, my kitchen where I can bake, and having 3 bathrooms.

Home office with a black chair, desk, and laptop. Rainbow light, plants, and stationery add color. Bright room with large windows. Cozy vibe.

5) How does your pet bring joy into your life? Benji is always so happy all the time. He loves going for walks, loves going in the car and to the park, and he's always well behaved. He makes so many people smile, and that brings me joy. He's the best doggo.

Person holding a happy corgi with tongue out on a forest path. They're wearing glasses and a black outfit. The background is lush and green.

6) What are three accomplishments you're proud of? 1. My Masters Thesis - "Social Media: A New Religion?" 2. Moving countries (NZ to Australia - CHCH to Melbourne) 3. Getting therapy

City street view with tall buildings, cars, and pedestrians. Signs read "Cinori" and "271." Bright sky contrasts with shadowed street.

7) What are ten things you are fortunate to have? 1. A roof over my head 2. Clean drinking water 3. A dog and a wonderful partner 4. Friends and family 5. All my technology (including camera gear) 6. Diaries and journals to write stuff in 7. My two blogs, Substack, and social media stuff 8. My ice cream maker 9. A bookshelf full of books 10. Photos of Benji all around the house

Neon pink "breathe" sign glowing softly on a lush, dark green leafy background, creating a calm and serene atmosphere.

8) What are three things you are thankful for right now?

1. Having a medical team look after whatever is going on with my health

2. The cup of tea Luke made me

3. So many things to watch on streaming services

Hand placing mint leaves in a glass teapot on a kitchen counter. Nearby are glass jars and mugs. Bright, serene setting.

9) What's something you appreciate about your morning routine?

Waking up to a cute doggo and having a hot drink with breakfast.

A latte with swirl art in a yellow cup and saucer, placed on a wooden table with a spoon beside it in a cozy cafe setting. — My first magic in Melbourne

10) Have you overcome any toxic habits? How?

I think so. I used to be quite judgemental, and now I feel less so. I think therapy has helped with this, and also taking a second to consider that we can't always see what someone else is going through (it also comes from my own perspective). I also don't spend as much time on social media as I used to, and that's probably from trying to make my own content. And I think I'm getting better at boundary setting/saying if something makes me uncomfortable - also due to therapy.

Woman in rainbow hoodie smiling with a happy corgi. Background shows a photo of a corgi at a park. Cozy and cheerful ambiance.

Thanks for reading!

Ash x

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