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Mindfully Me journaling
Start a meaningful reflection practice with tools that guide your growth
You want to journal but don’t know how. Mindfully Me gently guides you to make journaling an everyday tool for calm and self care
Journaling is truly a super power.
By simply writing down your thoughts and feelings, you're pausing long enough to truly listen to them - rather than ignoring them.
Working with your thoughts - through the power of writing - is a simple way to release stress, anxiety or simply offload. Over time, journaling helps you navigate life's challenges: when you're connected to what’s truly going on for you, you can choose how to respond to life's ups and downs.
In fact, studies show the positive effect expressive writing has on our mental health and its effectiveness in reducing stress and anxiety.
Ways to begin your journaling journey
Mindfully Me Journal
Start a meaningful reflection practice with a journal that guides your growth
Mindfully Me Journaling Workshops
Banish writer's block and create a consistent journaling practice with Anneke's inspiring and practical workshops
Kind words about mindfully me journaling
"The Mindfully Me Journal is a game changer! It has helped me clarify my goals and stay focused on what truly matters."
Jane Smith
Manager, Life Inc.
“I now have a great deal of support and resources for emotional and mental well-being to help me transition back to everyday live after undergoing cancer treatment. It's enabled me to adjust and establish my new normal.”
Senaj
“Anneke has the most wonderful manner. She's a skilled and thoughtful facilitator. I thank you for this opportunity to learn about myself in such a supportive group. ”
Beth
“I found Anneke's sessions helpful in every way. I recommend them to anyone working their way through overwhelm, stress or anxiety”
Fiona
“Anneke is a wonderful coach. You gain the tools to help you cope with challenges and stress and learn to just be more in the present”
Val
“Anneke creates the most warm, safe space which was just a delicious 90 mins giving me the time each week to fully ‘understanding’ myself ”
Cassidy
“I thought I knew a lot about mindfulness already, but I learnt so much! Anneke's tools are practical and easy to understand: I feel better equipped to live with an uncertain future."
Cindy
“I recently started the Mindfully me journal. The explanations and questions it contains, take me to places that I cannot reach by myself, when I only have a blank notebook in front of me”
Peggy
“This journal is a powerful way for my clients to explore and gain understanding of who they are and what's 'important to them. It helps them create a meaningful way of engaging with their journey through life.”
Dr Barbara Rysenbry
"Returning to work after the last few years at home with my two young girls, I was very anxious. I began using the Mindfully me journal. It's been a marvellous way to unpack thoughts and feelings and is a great reflection process."
Emma
“Whenever I pick up my journal, it's like I enter a sanctuary; I know it's going to be the best 10-15 minutes of my entire day where I just get to 'be' with dedicated time and space to keep learning about myself.”
Dr Rebecca Hemmingson
Journaling FAQs
Discover answers to the questions you forgot to ask about Mindfully Me journaling.
Not found the question you're looking for?
Is it best to complete the pages in sequence or can I randomly select pages?
While the journal is structured to guide you through a thoughtful and cohesive process, you can also use it in a way that resonates with you. The key is to use the journal in a way that feels most supportive and meaningful to you.
How long should I write for when I use the journal?
Aim for at least 10- 15 minutes to allow yourself enough time to reflect and engage with the prompts. As you use the journal, you will gauge how long suits you best as some days you may feel like writing for just a few minutes, while on other days, you might spend longer exploring your thoughts and feelings.
I’m hesitant to write in the journal as my writing is messy.
Trying to be neat and tidy when you journal, might put pressure on yourself. Be kind and give yourself permission to not always be neat. In fact, research shows that as we express uncomfortable thoughts and emotions our writing style can change.
I started the journal then stopped. Will I need to buy a new journal and start afresh?
No, you don't need to buy a new journal or start afresh if you've stopped journaling for a while. The Mindfully me journal is designed to be a flexible tool for your personal growth, simply pick up where you left off or choose a page that feels relevant to you at the time. Journaling is an ongoing process of self-discovery regardless of when you write it.
I’m nervous someone will read my journal, what can I do to protect it?
It is natural to be concerned about privacy, and it's important to fully express yourself without worrying about someone reading it. A few ideas for extra security are:
- the secure elastic closure will keep it closed and creates an added layer of protection
- keep your journal in a small pouch with a zip to close it, or create a ritual of wrapping it in a beautiful piece of fabric
- put it in a secure place, such as under your pillow, mattress or somewhere less visible
I loved writing in my Mindfully Me Journal. Am I silly to want to do it a second time?
Not at all! It's perfectly normal and even beneficial to revisit the Mindfully Me Journal a second time. Many people have found going through the journal again has allowed them to gain new insights, recognise changes within themselves, and explore the prompts more deeply. Each time you use the journal, you're likely to discover different aspects of your thoughts and feelings, making it a valuable tool for ongoing personal growth and self-reflection.
How often should I journal to see change?