On this episode of Restorative Reading & Writing for Wellness, I’m revealing a new category in my restorative writing framework and I’m offering a simple, yet powerful, tool for deciding exactly which kind of journaling you need next.

Come listen as I talk about the reason why I created the restorative writing framework and decision three, the two questions you need to ask yourself to get started and the eight different writing prompts you can choose from to find exactly the one you need next.

Here is the Restorative Writing Decision Tree:

Here are the eight different journaling prompts to choose from based on how you feel in this present moment:

  • Productive Writing: Right now, what’s asking to be named, listed, or gently organized in my life?
  • Reflective Writing: What do I notice about how this season is shaping the person I am becoming?
  • Responsive Writing: As I respond to this moment, I want to say…
  • Creative Writing: If I let myself write freely for a few minutes, what might appear?
  • Expressive Writing: What am I feeling right now that needs a place to go?
  • Affirmative Writing: Here is something I need to hear—and can offer myself today.
  • Connective Writing: Who or what do I want to feel closer to, and why?
  • Commemorative Writing: I want to remember this person, moment, or season by saying…

Once you’ve listened, I’d love to know what you think of this episode. Leave your thoughts in the comments!