15 Journal Prompts for Shadow Work

  1. In life, who do you feel you have let down or disappointed and why?
  2. Are you a person who asks for help? If not, why? Where did that come from?
  3. Do you see any traits in yourself that remind you of your parents that you also think of as negative?
  4. Do you feel valued?  If not, why?
  5. Have you ever changed yourself to fit in with others?  When is the last time you did this? Why?
  6. What personal boundaries do you have in your life?  How do you react when someone crosses or violates them?
  7. What is your biggest regret in life so far?
  8. How do you react when hurt?  When angry? Do you think these are healthy reactions?  Where do these reactions stem from?
  9. Have you ever stayed in a relationship you know is not good for you?  Why?
  10. What relationship do you need to walk away from right now?  What relationships are no longer serving you?
  11. Do you ever feel misunderstood? What do you wish people understood about you?
  12. Do you ever feel like an imposter? Why?
  13. In what ways do you feel inferior to other people?
  14. What triggers jealousy or insecurity in you?
  15. Does your inner voice speak nicely to you? What kinds of things does it say to you most often?

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