December Journaling Prompts: Reflecting on the Year, Rooting into What’s Next

December invites us to slow down and reflect — not just on what we’ve done, but who we’ve become.

This month’s journaling prompts focus on Reflection & Intentions — helping you wrap up the year with clarity and set a grounded, meaningful tone for the year ahead.

You’ve lived, learned, and leveled up in so many ways. Let these prompts guide you into 2026 with intention and inner peace.

December: Year-End Review and Intentions

• 12/1: Reflect on the highs and lows of the year. What stands out?
• 12/2: What lessons have you learned this year?
  
• 12/3: What are three words that describe your year? Why did you choose them?
• 12/4: Write about a major accomplishment you’re proud of from this year.
• 12/5: How have your relationships grown or changed this year?
• 12/6: What is one challenge you faced this year, and how did you overcome it?
• 12/7: What habits or routines worked well for you this year?
• 12/8: Reflect on a decision you made this year. How did it impact your life?
• 12/9: What is something you wanted to do this year but didn’t? Why?
• 12/10: How have you grown personally, professionally, or emotionally this year?
• 12/11: What surprised you the most about this year?
• 12/12: Write about a time you felt truly happy or fulfilled this year.
• 12/13: What skills or knowledge did you gain this year?
• 12/14: Reflect on the people who supported you this year. How did they help you?
• 12/15: What are three things you’d like to leave behind as you move into the new year?
• 12/16: What did this year teach you about resilience or adaptability?
• 12/17: How did you practice self-care this year, and what worked best?
• 12/18: What moments from this year will you cherish forever?
• 12/19: What’s one risk you took this year, and what was the outcome?
• 12/20: What are you most grateful for from this year?
• 12/21: How did your priorities shift or evolve over the past year?
• 12/22: What fears or doubts did you overcome this year?
• 12/23: How has your perspective on life changed this year?
• 12/24: What new traditions or rituals did you create this year?
• 12/25: Reflect on a holiday or special occasion that stood out this year.
• 12/26: What are you most looking forward to in the coming year?
• 12/27: What unfinished business do you want to address before the year ends?
• 12/28: How will you celebrate your growth and achievements from this year?
• 12/29: Write about your intentions or goals for the upcoming year.
• 12/30: What word or theme will guide you in the new year? Why?
• 12/31: Reflect on your journey this year. What do you want to take with you into the next chapter?