October Journal Writing Prompts for Reflection and Growth

By Rebecca C. on September 27, 2024

October is almost here! Are you ready for a new month? Are you still writing in your journal? Or do you want to start one? Either way, writing in a journal is a great way to relax and express your emotions. If you are searching for inspiration, check out the following journal writing prompts for October.

How did September go for you, your family, co-workers, friends, and the community? List your concerns and happy moments.
What are you looking forward to in October? Why?
What goals do you want to achieve this month?
What goals do you want to achieve by the end of 2024?
Are you already planning for the holiday season?
What are your core values? How do you use them in your daily life?
Are you practicing self-care? What are you doing to take care of yourself? If not, what activity do you plan to start?
What is your morning routine? Is there something you need to change? Why?
Are you getting enough sleep? What can you do to improve your sleep quality?
After watching the news, what is your biggest concern? Why?
If you could do one thing by the end of 2024, what would you do? Why?
Write a book review. Why did this book mean so much to you?
If you could enter a movie or a television series, what would you pick? Why?
What type of business would you like to start? Why?
Who is your inspiration? Why does this person mean so much to you?
If you could meet anyone in the world, living or not, who would you pick? Why?
What one obstacle do you need to conquer by the end of the year? Why?
Who can you count on? Name one person who is always there for you. Why is this person so special?
Happy Sweetest Day! Do you celebrate? What did you do? If you did not celebrate, what is your ideal Sweetest Day date?
What does social media bring to your personal life? List the pros and cons of being on different social media platforms.
Free write for 20 minutes. Set a timer and let your words flow.
What new skill would you like to learn? What is stopping you from pursuing your interest?
What food do you associate with October? Why?
Write about your day. What made you laugh today?
Do you have any weekend plans? What do you plan to do?
What makes you feel strong and confident? Why?
It's Sunday. Did you go to church? Pray or meditate? Write about your religious or spiritual beliefs.
Do you own a pet? Write about his or her day when you are not around.
Why is writing in a journal important to you? Do you write for self-care or just to keep a record of your life? Or both?
What is your happiest memory from this month? Why?
Happy Halloween! How did your day go? Did you celebrate?