Worrying about the unknown is taking up a lot of my time these days. Both of my daughters are making big decisions about their futures, and I’m thinking about mine, too. Add to it the uncertainty out there in the world, and, lately, it feels like there’s too much to sort through and make sense of.
One idea I keep coming back to, especially when I feel overwhelmed, is that there’s a lot I do know. Over the years, I have assembled, borrowed, and dreamed up all sorts of tips, tricks, fixes, and pick-me-ups I can call on whenever I need them. I bet you have, too.
I made this page to remind myself that there are some problems (mostly small, some big) I already know how to solve. I can start by applying myself to them, feeling reassurance in the things that work well, and moving forward from there.
Here are a few thoughts about the page after journaling it:
Each prompt asks for one thing, but I ended up packing every box with thoughts and alternatives. Watching the page fill with colourful words and useful ideas felt so good. (You’ll find a glimpse of it in the photo above.)
If I were looking for a theme in my answers, I’d say that small steps forward, uncomplicated things I can do with quick results, are the foundation of my approach to information gathering and problem-solving. For me, the path forward is much easier to envision and confidently pursue if I’m already in motion.
Once you’ve jotted down your wise ideas, this page can become a resource you can rely on in the days and weeks to come, whenever you need it. Creating an enduring record of bright ideas and helpful insights is one of the things I adore most about journaling.
Want to jot down some of your best tips and tricks? Click here or on the image above to download this page.