Reflect & Reset: Journal Prompts and the Stillness Window Challenge for Teachers

You made it through the school year. But before you dive into summer projects or start prepping for next semester, take a moment to pause. Reflection and rest are essential parts of recovery—and this post offers two simple but powerful tools to help you do just that: a set of journal prompts and a 7-day stillness challenge.

Use these resources to recharge your energy, reconnect with yourself, and begin your summer from a place of clarity.

Reflect & Reset – A Journal Guide for Teachers

Prompt 1: What drained me this year?
Think about your energy levels, your emotional state, and the recurring stressors. What consistently left you feeling depleted? Identifying these patterns is the first step toward setting new boundaries.

Prompt 2: What filled my cup?
Which moments sparked joy, peace, or a sense of purpose? Whether it was a student breakthrough or a quiet lunch in your car—these are the experiences to protect and prioritize.

Prompt 3: What do I need to let go of?
Maybe it’s perfectionism. Maybe it’s guilt for saying no. Maybe it’s resentment from being stretched too thin. Letting go doesn’t mean forgetting—it means choosing peace.

Prompt 4: What do I want more of next year?
More laughter? More planning time? More collaboration? Clarify what you're craving. This is the vision you're moving toward.

Prompt 5: What one small change could create a big shift?
Big transformations often begin with tiny tweaks. What is one habit, one mindset shift, or one daily routine you could adopt that would create more space, energy, or alignment?

If you'd like to go deeper, download the printable version of these prompts and use them as a guided journaling tool throughout the summer.

Now, let’s bring your reflection into practice.
Once you've explored your inner landscape through reflection, it's time to practice resting in it. That’s where the Stillness Window Challenge comes in.

The Stillness Window Challenge – Reclaim 10 Minutes of Peace Each Day

Challenge Overview:
Teachers give constantly—to students, colleagues, families. But how often do you give yourself permission to simply be? This 7-day Stillness Window Challenge is your invitation to step back from the chaos and come home to yourself.

How to Start:

• Choose a spot where you feel safe and comfortable (a quiet room, your backyard, even your car)
• Set a 10-minute timer
• Turn off notifications and distractions

Optional Daily Prompts:

• Day 1: What does stillness feel like?
• Day 2: What is my body trying to tell me?
• Day 3: What emotions are under the surface?
• Day 4: What am I grateful for today?
• Day 5: What do I want to release?
• Day 6: What do I want to invite in?
• Day 7: What did I learn about myself this week?

Stillness can feel uncomfortable at first. That’s okay. Lean in. This practice helps you reconnect with your intuition, your energy, and your calm. You don’t need to earn rest. You just need to allow it.

These two practices—reflection and stillness—can help you reset with intention and ease.

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