30 End of Year Journal Prompts for Self-Reflection

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At the end of every year, I like to take time to reflect on everything that has happened good and bad within the last 12 months.

Things change constantly and sometimes we are so caught up with the stress and overwhelm of life that we don’t take time to be in the present moment or even to reflect on what actually happened.

In a previous blog post, I shared Why You Should Make Time for Self-Reflection.

Here are some benefits of self-reflection followed by journal prompts for self-reflection.

The Benefits of Self-Reflection 

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Self-reflection can help you:

• Slow down & live in the present
• Not dwell on your mistakes but learn from them
• Make sure your everyday activities align with your values
• Help you to focus on yourself & your self-care
• Encourage you to reflect on your goals and set new ones
• Celebrate every single accomplishment, big or small
• Help you to learn to live in the present moment

Related Reads:
• 75 Journal Prompts for Self-Discovery
• How to Start a Journaling Practice for Self-Improvement

I have put together a list of 30 end-of-the-year journal prompts to help you reflect on the year and move into a new year with new intentions and mindset.

I recommend picking between 1-5 journal prompts to do at a time so you can really slow down and take the time to reflect and write how you truly feel. 

So, make yourself a cozy beverage, find a quiet and comfortable place, light a candle, put on a calming playlist, and get to reflect with these end-of-year journal prompts!

30 End-of-Year Journal Prompts for Self-Reflection

1. My life improved this past year thanks to…
2. Habits or routines that helped me get through this year were…
3. My biggest wins & accomplishments from this year are…
4. Ways I have grown as a person within this last year are…
5. Connections I made this year are…
6. My biggest challenges this year were… and I learned from them that…
7. 3 Habits I need to improve on are…
8. Changes I need to make in my environment are…
9. 10 Things I am grateful for are…
10. Things that I overanalyzed too much this year were…
11. My wellness habits this year consisted of…
12. Major life events that happened this year were…
13. I felt like I did or did not spend enough time with my friends and family
14. When I visualize my future life I see…
15. Big decisions that I recently made were… and it made me feel…
16. Boundaries I set this year were…and it made me feel…
17. The emotion I felt most this year was…
18. I can improve my morning & evening routines by…
19. In my life right now I would like to change…
20. I feel like I am or am not present daily because…
21. I did or did not make time for my hobbies this year because…
22. My health this year was…
23. Something new I learned about was…
24. My favorite books, movies, and songs this year were…
25. I am satisfied with my work this year because…
26. The goals I achieved this year were…and I need to work more on…
27. My top 3 goals for next year are…
28. When I visualize my life for next year I want my life to be…
29. 5 lessons I learned this year are…
30. My word for the new year is…

Before You Go

I hope you enjoyed this mindful ritual. 

Taking the time for self-reflection is so important and can lead to more peaceful days and a better future for yourself.

If you enjoyed these prompts you can check out a full year of journaling prompts with each month having a specific theme to guide you!

Cheers to a new year full of lots of blessings, happiness, and good health!