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Journal Writing Prompts for April

Writing in a journal is a creative endeavor. Each passage provides you with a chance to express your own personal feelings and wishes. April’s warmer weather is a new beginning toward sunnier days after a long winter. Each day provides you with a chance to connect with your inner self.

  1. 5 goals for the month of April
  2. If you could change one aspect of your life, what would it be? What steps do you need to take to make this change a reality?
  3. What is your favorite movie (or book)? Why?
  4. What new skill would you like to learn? How do you achieve it?
  5. How would you like others to describe you?
  6. What is your favorite smell? Why?
  7. What was your first job? Describe your typical workday.
  8. If you could write, email or call anyone in the world, past or present, who would you pick? Why?
  9. Start a bucket list. Make one for your family and yourself.
  10. What are five things that currently bring you joy?
  11. What is your favorite inspirational quote? Why does the quote inspire you so much?
  12. What was your typical Friday night as a teenager?
  13. Write a letter to yourself. Describe your accomplishments. Be positive.
  14. What new activity would you like to try this summer for yourself or your family? Why?
  15. If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go? Why?
  16. What brings you peace?
  17. What was your favorite pet as a child? Why?
  18. What are you planning for your Easter weekend with your family or friends?
  19. Write your childhood memories of Good Friday and the Easter weekend. What one is your favorite?
  20. Describe coloring Easter eggs with your family. What did you talk about? Do you have a favorite moment from the activity?
  21. Did your Easter Sunday go according to plan? Why or why not?
  22. Today is Earth Day. How do you plan to celebrate? What can you do to help the Earth?
  23. Write about 3 of your friends. How did you meet? Do you still stay in contact?
  24. How would you describe your first date?
  25. Who was your favorite teacher in grade school, junior high, and high school? Why do these teachers stand out over the others?
  26. What annoys you about your family, your life, or the world?
  27. Write about your favorite family outing as a child?
  28. What are your feelings on this Sunday?
  29. Write about the world’s current events. How do they make you feel?
  30. What are you looking forward to accomplishing in May?

Have fun writing in April. Remember a journal does not need to be fancy. A composition book or a spiral notebook is perfect for containing your thoughts.

March Journal Writing Prompts

Are you currently thinking about starting a journal? Do you need a little inspiration to help you get started? Keeping a journal is an effective tool to learn about yourself, express your emotions, and keep detailed memories of the day’s events.

Writing Prompts for March

  1. What would you like to accomplish this month?
  2. Describe your current view include as many details as possible.
  3. What is your worst habit? Are you taking steps to change the habit? What do you plan to do?
  4. What do you think makes a good friendship? Who is your best friend? Who was your best  friend?
  5. List 10 things you would tell your younger self. List 10 things you would like to tell your future self.
  6. What is your inspiration?
  7. Write goals for the future include 3 months from now, 6 months, a year, five years, etc.
  8. What hobby would you like to try? Why? What do you need to start?
  9. If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go? Why?
  10. Could you live without the use of the Internet or cell phone? Why or why not?
  11. What would you like to learn how to do? Why?
  12. Write down a funny memory from this past week? Who was involved? Why did you find the situation funny?
  13. Do you have a current worry? Why does it bother you? What can you do to ease your worries?
  14. What holiday do you enjoy most? Why?
  15. Describe a recent dream. Who was in the dream? What do you think the dream means?
  16. Describe a normal day for you. Using the same day, write from your pet’s point of view.
  17. What does St. Patrick’s Day mean to you? Are you celebrating? What are you doing?
  18. Write down your favorite childhood memory. Why does this event mean so much to you?
  19. Write a letter to give to your children their 18th birthday or graduation day. Or write a letter to give to yourself in 10 years, 15 years, or 20 years.
  20. Celebrate the first day of spring by writing a bucket list for the season.
  21. Describe a movie or book character that inspires you.
  22. Describe your idea for perfect weekend? Is the goal achievable? Why or why not?
  23. Do you prefer to watch the sunrise or sunset? Why?
  24. What is your favorite time of day? Why?
  25. List 15 things that bring you joy.
  26. What is your vision for the future? Remember to include yourself, your significant other, your children or pets in your plan.
  27. How did or do you view yourself as a student, employee, a parent or other role in your life?
  28. If you could meet one famous person from the past, who would you pick? Why?
  29. What era would you have liked to live in? Why?
  30. Describe a book or movie recommendation. Why did you like your choice?
  31. What are you looking forward to in April? Why?