Okay, you've made it a priority to check in with yourself—now what? It can feel a bit awkward at the beginning since you're not quite sure what to think about or ask yourself in order to get to the bottom of your thoughts and feelings. You can use some of these prompts from the experts to help guide you.
Physical and Emotional Needs:
How am I feeling today?
What do I need at this moment?
What is my body needing?
What are my emotional needs right now?
What's taking up most of my headspace right now?
Do I feel physically and emotionally safe?
How do I feel about myself right now?
How can I be gentle with myself?
Self-Care:
What am I doing today to feel good?
What went well this week?
How can I improve?
How can I show myself love?
What have I done lately to feel better/happier?
When was the last time I felt happy?
Who is my support system, and how can I benefit from being supported by someone?
What can I forgive myself for?
What can I thank myself for?