JOURNAL PROMPTS
Weekly Review Journal Prompts: Reflect, Reset, Refocus
A weekly review is the highest-leverage habit you can build. In 20 minutes, you can process an entire week — celebrating wins, noting patterns, and adjusting course before small drifts become major detours. Use these prompts every Sunday to close one chapter and open the next with intention.
The Prompts
- 1 What were my three biggest accomplishments this week?
- 2 What's one thing I started but didn't finish? Do I still want to?
- 3 What was the most challenging moment of the week? How did I handle it?
- 4 Rate my energy this week on a scale of 1-10. What influenced it?
- 5 What did I say yes to that I should have said no to?
- 6 What relationships did I nurture this week? Which ones did I neglect?
- 7 What habit did I keep consistently? Which one slipped?
- 8 What's one thing I want to do differently next week?
- 9 Did I make progress on my most important goal? Why or why not?
- 10 What am I carrying into next week that I should leave behind?
- 11 What surprised me this week?
- 12 How did I invest in my health this week — physical, mental, emotional?
- 13 What's one thing I'm proud of that I haven't told anyone about?
- 14 What would make next week a 10 out of 10?
- 15 What did I spend money on this week? Did it bring value?
- 16 Who do I need to reach out to next week?
How to Use These Prompts
Choose One Prompt
Scan the list and pick the one that creates a small reaction in your chest — curiosity, resistance, or recognition. That's your prompt.
Set a Timer for 15 Minutes
Write without stopping, editing, or judging. Let the prompt take you where it wants to go. Messy is good.
Connect It to Your Life Calendar
In Lifeplanr, attach your journal entry to the current week on your life calendar. Over time, you'll build a visual map of your inner life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I use these weekly practice journal prompts?
Pick one prompt that resonates with you and write for 10-15 minutes without editing. Don't worry about grammar or structure — the goal is honest reflection. You can use a physical notebook, a digital document, or Lifeplanr's built-in journal feature that connects each entry to a specific week on your life calendar.
How often should I journal with these prompts?
Consistency matters more than frequency. Start with 2-3 times per week and adjust based on what feels sustainable. Some people prefer daily morning pages, others prefer a weekly deep-dive session. The key is making it a habit rather than a chore.
Can I use these prompts with a life calendar?
Absolutely — that's what they're designed for. Lifeplanr lets you attach journal entries to specific weeks on your life calendar. This creates a visual timeline of your reflections, making it easy to see how your thinking evolves across months and years.
What if a journal prompt brings up difficult emotions?
That's a sign the prompt is working. Journaling surfaces things we've been avoiding, which is healthy but can feel uncomfortable. Write through the discomfort when possible, but if emotions become overwhelming, consider working with a therapist who can help you process what emerges.