We think over 6,000 thoughts per day, with many marching past our awareness. Sometimes, we can get caught in negative thought patterns that lead us to believe things that aren’t 100% true. Such thoughts are also known as ANTs (Automatic Negative Thoughts), a term coined by Dr. Daniel Amen, MD. Below are 5 questions adapted from Dr. Amen’s work that you can use to identify and manage your ANTs:

We've all experienced the feeling of groundlessness, when overwhelm makes you feel untethered and floating, or tight and gasping for air. The good news is that even when floating through the air of uncertainty, you can still find the ground within. When the going gets tough, here are some questions to support you in coming home to yourself:

Embrace self-kindness with this powerful practice. By writing a compassionate letter to yourself, you'll learn to soften self-criticism and cultivate an understanding of your perceived flaws. It will help you explore your feelings, acknowledge your humanity, and develop a gentler inner voice. Regular practice can lead to increased self-esteem, reduced anxiety, and improved emotional well-being.

Journaling gives you the tools, tricks and techniques to overcome the slings and arrows of writer's block. Make journaling an essential part of your daily routine. Commit to writing at least one sentence, one paragraph or one page a day – whatever goal seems achievable . Consistency is the key to continued creativity.

Revisit your childhood experiences to understand their lasting impact on your life. This guide helps you recognize early patterns, heal emotional wounds, and develop compassion for your younger self. By exploring these formative memories, you'll foster self-acceptance, growth, and a deeper understanding of your present-day behaviors and emotions.

Explore the depths of your emotional world to uncover hidden patterns, wounds, and strengths. This guide helps you explore unexplored feelings, understand emotional triggers, and recognize the impact of past experiences. By examining your emotional landscape, you'll develop greater self-awareness, empathy, and the capacity for profound personal growth.

This guide is designed to help you navigate the complex emotions and experiences associated with loss and grief. By engaging in these guided journaling exercises, you will have a safe space to express your thoughts and feelings, gain insights into your personal journey, and find steps toward healing and hope.

Embark on a gentle journey of self-discovery and healing. This guide invites you to explore the impact of past traumas on your present life, helping you uncover patterns, challenge limiting beliefs, and cultivate resilience. By facing your experiences with compassion, you'll pave the way for profound healing and personal transformation.

Cultivating gratitude can shift your perspective! Regularly reflecting on what you're thankful for can boost happiness, reduce stress, and even improve sleep. This prompt helps you build a gratitude practice, one reflection at a time.

Embark on a transformative journey of self-love through shadow work. Explore the hidden aspects of your psyche that hinder self-acceptance, heal past wounds, and develop genuine self-compassion. Discover your unique strengths and embrace your whole self to experience radical self-love.

Embark on a transformative journey of self-discovery through shadow work with this introductory guide. Uncover the unconscious parts of yourself, explore emotional triggers, and gain deep insights into your psyche. By embracing your shadow, you'll cultivate self-awareness, healing, and personal empowerment.

This guide introduces mindfulness-based journaling practices designed to help you heal from trauma and cultivate inner peace. By being present and compassionate with yourself, you can experience profound shifts in your mental and emotional well-being.

Finding peace and making room for stillness can be hard in our fast-paced world. But I have good news! We can cultivate a more harmonious lifestyle by embracing intentional rest, reframing recurring worries, and prioritizing mindfulness. Use these five journal prompts to help guide you through a transformative journey towards greater balance and living in the present moment.

Throughout our lives, we face numerous obstacles and challenges that can leave us feeling lost, confused, or overwhelmed. However, within each of us lies a powerful source of inner wisdom and resilience that can guide us through even the toughest of times. This journaling guide is designed to help you tap into that inner wisdom, learn to trust yourself and embrace the journey of self-healing and personal growth.

Do you feel held back by self-doubt, poor self-belief, or a lack of confidence when trying to make positive changes in your life? This journaling exercise will help you identify, challenge, and replace the negative beliefs that are limiting your ability to fully engage in personal growth. By following this step-by-step guide, you'll learn to recognize and overcome the thoughts that hinder your progress, empowering you to achieve great things and create the life you desire.

Do you struggle with knowing how to process your emotions? Journaling provides you with a safe space to explore your emotions in a non-judgmental way so that you can meet yourself with compassion however you're feeling.

Woven into the fabric of our shared humanity lies the power of compassion. Witnessing and easing the pain of others unleashes a ripple effect of love and possibility. This guide invites you to dive deeper into the wellspring of compassion within, fostering self-forgiveness and exploring the profound impact of kindness on both ourselves and the world around us.

Whether we decide to leave our job, move to a new town, or end a relationship – the space between where we are now and where we’re headed can bring about a plethora of feelings, needs, anxieties, and uncertainty about our next steps.

At times, my heart has felt heavy with the grief of the world. If your heart also feels heavy, here are a few journaling prompts that may bring comfort and support. In times like these, it's important we create the space to rest, feel, release, and take care. Whenever you feel this way, I invite you to utilize this guide to work through your feelings. Your heart and mind will thank you.

Parenting is a journey with joys, challenges, and moments of doubt. Each time guilt sneaks in, return to this journal. It offers reflections to help you navigate and release these feelings. Embrace imperfections, celebrate growth, and find solace in your decisions. Revisit as needed, and let this guide be your compass towards guilt-free parenting.

I adore this quote: "We live in a world our questions create." Whenever I find myself navigating a wearying storm, vague disappointments, or rekindling self-love, I carefully handpick questions that guide me to a safer shore. These questions transform into maps that guide me to a sacred 'inner quiet'! I hope you cultivate yours, and if you already have it, preserve it with all your might.

In a world where information is unlimited, and data about everything is accessible to all, you are the only person in the world that can be the subject matter expert on you. Being one of one, wholly unique, and knowing why, is the most valuable information you can seek.