25 Autumn Journal Prompts to Get Inspired and Reflective

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Last Updated on September 16, 2022

Can you believe we’re more than halfway through the year?! Time sure flies! The fall season means the year is coming to a close before we know it. What better time to reflect on how things are going than now?

These autumn journal prompts will help you check in with yourself, reflect on how you’re feeling about the season, and identify what you need most right now.

With the changing seasons, autumn is the perfect time to reflect in your journal!

Fall is a really good time to reflect on your achievements and explore the ways you can change and grow throughout the remainder of the year. It’s a good “three quarters of the way” check-in point. You still have time to catch up on your goals and also plan for the holidays ahead!

I know I’m going to take advantage of this opportunity to see where I’m at in my yearly goals, adjust my self care routine to fit my needs, and keep track of my thoughts and feelings. Let’s get into these autumn journal prompts!

25 Thought-Provoking Autumn Journal Prompts to Reflect on the Season

1. What are your favorite things unique to fall that you always look forward to?
2. How do you feel about summer ending?
3. How do you deal with the changes of life, such as the transitions of each season? Are you indifferent, or is it ever hard on you? (seasonal depression is a real kicker!)
4. What was your favorite fall memory from childhood?
5. How can you support yourself and your emotional wellbeing during the fall?

{RELATED: 15 Fall Affirmations to Reflect and Realign Yourself}

6. How do your fall traditions differ now compared to when you were a child?
7. How is your life today different than it was last fall?
8. Which anxious thoughts keep plaguing you that you need to let go of?

Need a little extra support this fall? Try my mental health journal!

9. Do you remember your goals from the beginning of the year? How are you doing with them?
10. What is your biggest focus/intention for the rest of the year?
11. Describe the perfect autumn evening. What would you do? Where would you be? What would things look like?
12. What do you need more of in this next season? What could you use less of?
13. What is special or meaningful about this time of year to you?
14. Where is your favorite place in your city or town to experience the beauty of fall?
15. What are some self care activities that can boost your mood this fall?

{RELATED: 35 Fall Self Care Ideas to Stay Cozy and Happy}

16. What are your favorite fall foods and treats? What do you love about them?
17. How is the transition between summer and fall different for you compared to other seasonal transitions?
18. What things don’t you look forward to about fall? What don’t you like about them?
19. Do you still do anything fun for Halloween? Talk about your plans or what you might like to do to enjoy the holiday.
20. What are your favorite fall scents and why?
21. What is your favorite Thanksgiving tradition?
22. Do you do anything differently in your morning routine for the fall? If not, what would you like to start including?

{RELATED: The Best Morning Routine List for Adults}

23. What lesson did you learn this summer that can provide you benefit or a new perspective on the rest of the year?
24. Name three things you would like to accomplish before the end of the year.
25. What are 5 things you’re most grateful for this fall?

Tips for Journaling for Autumn

This autumn, take some time for self-reflection. I like to check in with myself every time a new season comes along. I think it’s a good practice to have so you can assess how you’re feeling and stay on track to support your goals.

Here are a few things to consider as you use these autumn journal prompts:

1. What is your goal with journaling? – Are you writing as an outlet? To process your thoughts and emotions? To clarify your goals? To improve your mental health?
2. Keep an open mind and let the thoughts flow – Don’t worry too much about “what to write about” or how your writing sounds. Follow your stream of consciousness and allow your thoughts to initiate what comes out on paper.
3. Find a time of day that consistently works for you – if mornings are too busy, you might find it easier to sneak in some journaling before bed as you wind down. Journaling is most effective when you make it a habit, so finding a time of day that will generally always work is a big help.
4. View your journaling practice as an important part of self care – life gets soooo freaking busy! View your journaling session as a dedicated time just for you to relax, unwind, and reflect. Journaling is so valuable to getting to know yourself and working through the many thoughts that accumulate throughout the day/week.

Favorite Journaling Supplies

There’s no right or wrong way to journal, but I know I feel so much more motivated to journal when I’m using supplies I really like. And luckily, you don’t need much to get started on these autumn journal prompts!

I suggest grabbing:

1. A cute, durable journal

2. Good quality, super inky pens

3. Highlighters for emphasizing epiphanies and important ideas

Let me know in the comments:

Which of these autumn journal prompts inspired you the most?

More Autumn Journaling + Self Care Ideas

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