We think over 6,000 thoughts per day, with many marching past our awareness. Sometimes, we can get caught in negative thought patterns that lead us to believe things that aren’t 100% true. Such thoughts are also known as ANTs (Automatic Negative Thoughts), a term coined by Dr. Daniel Amen, MD. Below are 5 questions adapted from Dr. Amen’s work that you can use to identify and manage your ANTs:

We've all experienced the feeling of groundlessness, when overwhelm makes you feel untethered and floating, or tight and gasping for air. The good news is that even when floating through the air of uncertainty, you can still find the ground within. When the going gets tough, here are some questions to support you in coming home to yourself:

Strip shame of it's power and get your strength back. By calling out who's in the shadows it neutralizes the fear, and guilt that shame thrives on. Discover what it feels like to nolonger have shame lurking beside you.

Setting boundaries isn't about building walls—it's about creating gates that let in what serves you and keep out what doesn't. This guide helps you identify where you need stronger boundaries and gives you permission to protect your energy. Through reflection, you'll discover patterns and practice the art of saying "no" to make space for what truly matters.

Our breath tells us a lot about what we're holding, what we're feeling, and how safe we feel. When and how do you hold your breath? Pay attention to your breath. This simple act of awareness can be a powerful tool for connecting your mind and body, offering insights into your emotional state and overall well-being

Laughter is medicine for the soul. This guide helps you cultivate joy by focusing on humor in your daily life. By recording funny moments, you'll train your brain to notice and appreciate life's comedic side. Regular practice can boost mood, reduce stress, and increase overall happiness. Get ready to giggle your way to a more positive outlook!

Unlock the transformative power of awe with this guided journaling exercise. By reflecting on moments that inspire wonder and amazement, you'll tap into a profound sense of connection and expand your perspective. This practice can reduce stress, boost happiness, and foster a deeper appreciation for life's beauty. Prepare to rediscover the extraordinary in your everyday experiences.

Embrace self-kindness with this powerful practice. By writing a compassionate letter to yourself, you'll learn to soften self-criticism and cultivate an understanding of your perceived flaws. It will help you explore your feelings, acknowledge your humanity, and develop a gentler inner voice. Regular practice can lead to increased self-esteem, reduced anxiety, and improved emotional well-being.

Unlock the power of positivity with this simple yet profound daily practice. By focusing on three good things each day, you'll train your brain to notice and savor positive experiences, boosting mood and resilience. This guide offers a structured approach to cultivating gratitude, enhancing well-being, and fostering a more optimistic outlook on life.

Discover the power of positive perspective with this "Finding Silver Linings" guide. By focusing on the good in challenging situations, you'll develop resilience, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being. This practice helps rewire your brain to see opportunities in setbacks, fostering a more optimistic outlook on life's ups and downs.

Explore the depths of your emotional world to uncover hidden patterns, wounds, and strengths. This guide helps you explore unexplored feelings, understand emotional triggers, and recognize the impact of past experiences. By examining your emotional landscape, you'll develop greater self-awareness, empathy, and the capacity for profound personal growth.

This guide is designed to help you navigate the complex emotions and experiences associated with loss and grief. By engaging in these guided journaling exercises, you will have a safe space to express your thoughts and feelings, gain insights into your personal journey, and find steps toward healing and hope.

Embark on a gentle journey of self-discovery and healing. This guide invites you to explore the impact of past traumas on your present life, helping you uncover patterns, challenge limiting beliefs, and cultivate resilience. By facing your experiences with compassion, you'll pave the way for profound healing and personal transformation.

Cultivating gratitude can shift your perspective! Regularly reflecting on what you're thankful for can boost happiness, reduce stress, and even improve sleep. This prompt helps you build a gratitude practice, one reflection at a time.

Organization is about more than just stuff. It’s about looking internally to find the root of your struggles with stuff. Journaling will help you sort through the mental clutter, which will equip you to sort through the physical clutter. A clear mind allows you to clear your surroundings for more health, healing and happiness.

Embark on a transformative journey to confront your deepest insecurities and fears. Through reflective writing, uncover the roots of self-doubt, explore the impact of past experiences, and cultivate the courage to embrace your authentic self. Build resilience, self-acceptance, and the confidence to boldly chase your aspirations.

Embark on a transformative journey of self-love through shadow work. Explore the hidden aspects of your psyche that hinder self-acceptance, heal past wounds, and develop genuine self-compassion. Discover your unique strengths and embrace your whole self to experience radical self-love.

Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery through shadow work with this introductory guide. Uncover the unconscious parts of yourself, explore emotional triggers, and gain deep insights into your psyche. By embracing your shadow, you'll cultivate self-awareness, healing, and personal empowerment.

The Three Pillars—Expectations, Relationships, Balance: They are the source of almost all frustrations when you're unaware of their shadows. Clear expectations, understanding relationship-based emotions, and maintaining a balance of your strengths, prevent misunderstandings and promote growth.

Do you feel held back by self-doubt, poor self-belief, or a lack of confidence when trying to make positive changes in your life? This journaling exercise will help you identify, challenge, and replace the negative beliefs that are limiting your ability to fully engage in personal growth. By following this step-by-step guide, you'll learn to recognize and overcome the thoughts that hinder your progress, empowering you to achieve great things and create the life you desire.

Do you struggle with knowing how to process your emotions? Journaling provides you with a safe space to explore your emotions in a non-judgmental way so that you can meet yourself with compassion however you're feeling.

Permission scripts are powerful tools for creating boundaries, finding peace, and thriving in various aspects of life. These scripts involve giving yourself permission to prioritize your well-being, set boundaries, and pursue what brings you fulfillment. This guide will help you create and utilize permission scripts effectively to find joy in the journey again.

Life's journey can bring unexpected challenges that touch on old wounds. These encounters can trigger strong emotions and leave us feeling stuck in the past. However, with self-awareness, we can learn to navigate these triggers effectively. This journaling guide offers a set of questions to help you understand your triggers, identify patterns, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. By exploring these questions, you can unlock a deeper understanding of yourself and build the resilience needed to overcome challenges and move forward.

Whether we decide to leave our job, move to a new town, or end a relationship – the space between where we are now and where we’re headed can bring about a plethora of feelings, needs, anxieties, and uncertainty about our next steps.

At times, my heart has felt heavy with the grief of the world. If your heart also feels heavy, here are a few journaling prompts that may bring comfort and support. In times like these, it's important we create the space to rest, feel, release, and take care. Whenever you feel this way, I invite you to utilize this guide to work through your feelings. Your heart and mind will thank you.

Every time you’re sure you’ve completely blown it—write it down in your Catastrophe Journal. What you’ll find is that two things happen: You will realize over time that your predictions of doom don’t occur, and as soon as you begin writing down the details, the cycle we employ of making the details worse and worse over time will slow and stop. A month of persistence is usually all you need to begin to break the habit. It’s not really a catastrophe. It simply feels that way.

Join us on a 14-day journaling experience to foster gratitude and reconnect with your authentic self — so you can live your best life. Over the next 14 days, you will receive one thought-provoking prompt per day to help you explore your innermost thoughts and beliefs. As you progress, the prompts will nudge you to dig deeper.

Anxiety is a misunderstood emotion. While our natural tendency is to avoid it, this tends to make it worse long-term. The key to living with confidence is to create a better relationship with your anxiety. These six questions in this guided journaling practice can help.

For those looking to drive bigger, bolder, and more sustainable change it can be a struggle to balance our ambition without burning out. Starting your day with this 5-minute journaling ritual can help center you — allowing you to step into your change-making work with joy and ease.

Transitions, whether personal or career-related, can be exciting yet daunting at the same time. Taking a moment to reflect during these pivotal periods will help you navigate your journey and make the most of the changes ahead.

Change and uncertainty can be mentally exhausting. Especially for those who are questioning their paths personally and professionally. This guide offers prompts and mental fitness exercises to help reset our minds and move forward. We can do our best work and live an exceptional life by lifting any anchors holding us down.

What is a powerful force that both guides and limits who we can be in the world? The story of who we think we are! A story kept static by internal ‘parts’ that protect us from hardship. As useful as these are to survive, they also can stunt our growth. How can you harness the talents of these ‘parts’ while letting the ‘whole’ evolve towards greater flexibility, expansiveness, and aliveness?

I adore this quote: "We live in a world our questions create." Whenever I find myself navigating a wearying storm, vague disappointments, or rekindling self-love, I carefully handpick questions that guide me to a safer shore. These questions transform into maps that guide me to a sacred 'inner quiet'! I hope you cultivate yours, and if you already have it, preserve it with all your might.

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