Journal Prompts - If it Hurts You It Hurts You

Self Validation Prompts
  • What is something that recently hurt me, even if others thought it was minor? Why did it affect me deeply?
  • Have I ever dismissed my own feelings because I was afraid of being seen as "too sensitive"? What happened as a result?
  • How do I typically respond when someone invalidates my emotions? Do I shut down, defind myself or do something else?
Healing and Awareness Prompts:
  • What past experiences or taumas might be influencing how I react emotionally today?
  • In what situations do I feel safest expressing my emotions without judgement? Who helps create that space for me?
  • What would I say to my younger self who was told to 'stop overreacting' or 'toughen up'?
Growth and Boundaries Prompts:
  • What would it look like to validate my emotions in real time, instead of suppressing them?
  • Wgat boundaries can I set to protect myself from emotional invalidation?
  • How can I better communicate my feelings without apologizing for them?
Self Compassion Prompts:
  • What are 3 affirmations I can say to myself when I feel like I am overreacting but something genuinely hurts?
  • What does emotional safety mean to me - and how can I create more of it in my life?
  • What does honoring my emotions look like on a daily basis? How can I make this a regular habit?


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