Keeping a journal is a wonderful way to record memories, express ideas, and release emotions. A journal does not need to be fancy. A simple spiral notebook is just as good as a leatherbound journal. Writing is the most important aspect of keeping a journal.
31 Journal Writing Prompts for August
- What are your personal or family goals for August?
- Name 10 things you want to accomplish before summer ends.
- Describe a funny moment from today. Did someone tell a joke? Or did your toddler do something that made you laugh? Write why the moment was funny to you.
- Today is Friendship Day. Write about your best friend in elementary, junior high, and high school? Did you have the same friend all the way through your school years?
- Write about your grandparents or older family member. What was their occupation? Where did they live?
- Create an August Bucket List for last-minute fun before school begins.
- How did you spend your day? Go into detail.
- What do you need to accomplish to get your children ready for the new school year?
- Are you healthy? What habits do you need to change in your routine to make healthier choices?
- What was your favorite Saturday activity as a child?
- Write a letter to your future self.
- Write a letter to your past self.
- List 5 long term goals.
- Write a review of your favorite restaurant.
- Describe your childhood bedroom. What posters did you hang on the wall in highschool?
- If you won the lottery, how would you spend the money?
- What is your favorite show on television? Why do you like the program?
- What was your favorite show during childhood?
- What are 10 things you could do to help the environment?
- What would be your ideal vacation or getaway to end the summer?
- What is your current pet peeve?
- What is your guilty pleasure?
- What makes you feel peaceful?
- Name a person you miss. Why?
- What family activity would you like to try? Why?
- Today is National Dog Day. Describe your favorite dog or other pet.
- List 5 things you are grateful for at this point in your life.
- Describe yourself in ten sentences.
- Describe in detail an item or recipe you made.
- If you could visit a fictional world, where would go?
- Write a memoir or letter saying goodbye to summer.
Keep in mind, there’s no right or wrong answer when writing in a journal. The experience is a personal pursuit. Always, remember to have fun when you write.
