Last week I wrote about the reflective thinking process. So I thought this week I would share some of the questions I use to prompt myself on the reflective process.
I print these questions and keep them inside my journal. Sometimes I just start the process with some of these questions. My list is not all encompassing, and I suggest you build a list of questions that will spark your reflection.
- What did I do that was very effective today?
- What did I do that was not very effective today?
- How can I improve tomorrow?
- What did I learn today?
- What did I learn about myself today?
- Where did I stretch myself out of my comfort zone?
- Did my actions reflect my values?
- What could I have done that would have better demonstrated my values?
- Did I send mixed messages to anyone?
- Did I actively listen when people spoke with me?
- How did I serve my team today?
- How did I serve my family today?
- What did I do that was aligned with my purpose?
- What distracted me today?
- Did I keep a positive attitude?
- Did I treat everyone I met with respect?
- Was my passion unleashed?
- What did I do to strengthen my relationships?
- Did I put myself before others at any point today?
- Were my responsibilities completed?
- Did I take advantage of opportunities to teach?
- How did I spend my time?
- Did lack of courage stop me from acting when needed?
- Am I proud of my character today?
- What false limitations have I placed on myself?
- If I knew I was going to be successful, what action would I take?
The list can be anything that makes you reflect. The journey should help you become who you want to be, and who you deserve to be.