Best December Journal Prompts in 2023

As the year winds down, it's time to reflect, plan, and dream with the help of our December journal prompts. These thought-provoking cues are designed to help you dig deep into your experiences, aspirations, and emotions. Whether you're a seasoned journaling enthusiast or embarking on your first journaling journey, our December journal prompts will guide you through this festive and reflective month. Our carefully curated prompts aren't just questions to answer; they're stepping stones to self-discovery and personal growth. From reflecting on the year gone by to envisioning the possibilities of the new one, our December journal prompts are your ticket to a meaningful end-of-year journaling experience. So, get your favorite pen and journal (or digital journal) ready, because these December journal prompts are about to take your daily writing routine to a whole new level. They're not just prompts; they're catalysts for creativity, introspection, and self-expression. Let's explore the magic of December together, one journal prompt at a time.

44 December Journal Prompts

Who do I need to forgive in my life? What feelings am I holding onto from the past?

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What is one way I can push myself out of my comfort zone in the new year?

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What does having a fresh start mean to me?

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What causes me stress or anxiety during the holidays? What could I do to make it better?

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What is my favorite holiday tradition? What do I love about it?

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If I were my manager, would I be happy with my work performance this past year?

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How do I want to take care of myself in the new year?

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What gifts am I excited to give this holiday season?

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Who do I love in my life?

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In what ways can I be healthier in the new year?

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How can I give back more in the new year?

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What does the new year mean to me?

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What lessons did I learn in the past year?

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If I could spend more time doing one activity in the new year, what would it be?

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What would I like to subtract from my life in the new year?

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What do I want to add to my life in the new year?

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If I could go back and change one decision, what would it be?

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What is one of my favorite family memories?

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What is one habit I currently have that I would like to get rid of in the new year?

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What is something I love to do on cold winter nights?

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Where would I celebrate New Year's if I could celebrate it from anywhere?

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What do I most enjoy about the holidays?

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What would I like my financial life to look like in five years?

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Is there anyone that deserves a big "thank you"?

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What is my favorite holiday movie, and why?

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What can I do to be in a better financial position by the end of the new year?

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What is one of my key learnings from the past year?

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Who were the most important people in my life in the past year?

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What challenges did I face in the past year?

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How do I want to grow in the new year?

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What is one habit that I would like to build in the new year?

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If I had to choose a single word or theme to describe the new year, what would it be?

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Is the life that I am living the life I want?

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What is one new thing I can try in the new year?

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What do I want to celebrate from the past year?

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What do I want to let go of in the new year?

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What is one of my favorite holidays, and why?

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What do I least enjoy about the holidays?

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What am I most excited about in the new year?

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How did I grow in the past year?

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When am I most at peace?

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What do I need to leave behind from the past year?

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What is one thing I am most grateful for from the past year?

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Did I achieve the career goals I set out for myself this past year?

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