Episode Transcript
[00:00:00] Speaker A: Yo, what's up my peeps? Riley Hart here. Your daily dose of real talk and self care hacks that actually work.
Let's get it.
Ever feel like you're just going through the motions, scrolling through TikTok, binge watching whatever's trending, but somehow still feeling empty?
Yeah, me too. It's a struggle being Gen Z, right? We're bombarded with content, expectations and pressure to be on 24 7.
But guess what?
You deserve a break from the noise.
And today we're gonna unlock a superpower self awareness through something that's way less trendy than your favorite influencer. Journaling.
Now, before you roll your eyes and think, ugh, journaling saw last century, hear me out.
This ain't about flowery prose or trying to impress some imaginary friend.
It's about getting real with yourself. The good, the bad, and the messy bits.
It's like therapy on your own terms, without the awkward small token hefty. Price tag here is the journaling can actually change your life.
I ain't exaggerating.
Think of it as a cheat code for understanding your thoughts, feelings and patterns.
You start to see things you never noticed before. Those little triggers that send you spiraling, those habits holding you back, those dreams you've been pushing aside.
It's like looking in the mirror, but instead of seeing just your face, you're seeing your whole damn self. Flaws then all.
And trust me, that kind of clarity is gold. Ok, so how do we actually make this work?
I got five hacks for you, straight from my experience and some wisdom from the experts who deal with brains on a daily basis.
1.
Start small fam.
Don't pressure yourself to write a novel every day. Think bullet points, lists, even just scribbling down random thoughts.
Consistency is key here, not perfection.
Think of it like your brain's version of a Twitter thread. Short, sweet, and gets the point across.
Do ditch the judgment. This is your safe space.
Let those thoughts flow freely, no matter how embarrassing, ridiculous, or unworthy.
Remember, you're not writing for an audience here, just yourself.
Think of it like venting to your bestie, but without the awkward silence and forced smiles. The it's specific.
Don't just write, I had a bad day.
Dig deeper. Explore what made it bad. Was it that annoying zoom call that text from your ex a spilled latte?
Specificity helps you pinpoint those triggers and understand why you feel the way you do. It's like detective work for your emotions. Power.
Don't overthink it. Just let your pen flow, even if it feels messy.
Don't worry about grammar or spelling. Just get those thoughts out of your head and onto the page.
Think of it as a brain dump. The less you edit, the more authentic it becomes. 5.
Reflect and rewind.
Once you have some entries, go back and read them. Look for patterns in your thoughts, feelings and behaviors. What surprises you?
What insights do you gain? This is where the magic happens, my friends.
You start to see yourself with fresh eyes and understand what makes you tick.
Imagine this.
You're scrolling through TikTok, that familiar feeling of anxiety creeping in as you compare yourself to everyone else's seemingly perfect lives.
But then you remember your journal.
You pull it out, jot down those feelings, explore why they're coming up.
Maybe you realize you're feeling insecure because of a recent social situation, or maybe it's just the endless stream of highlight reels on your feed.
Journaling helps you process those emotions before they take over and become your whole reality.
You gain control over your thoughts instead of letting them control you.
It's like hitting the pause button on that self doubt cycle and taking a step back to see things clearly.
So my Gen Z fam, are you ready to unlock your inner badass?
Remember, self awareness is your secret weapon. Journaling is the key.
Start small, be consistent and get real with yourself.
The world needs your authentic voice and journaling will help you find it.
Now go forth and conquer my friends. Don't forget to tag me in your journal. Snippets on TikTok or DM Me. Your biggest takeaways.
Let's keep this conversation going, build each other up and slay this life one journal entry at a time.
And if you found this episode even remotely helpful, because let's be real, it probably was, hit that follow button. Leave a five star review and tell your friends.
Let's spread the self care, love, peace out.
[00:04:44] Speaker B: This podcast is created with the help of advanced AI to deliver thoughtful affirmations and positive messages just for you.
