How long should a morning journalling practice take?

Five minutes is enough. The goal is consistency, not length. Even one prompt answered honestly can change the tone of your whole morning.

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Morning Journal Prompts, 5 Short Lines to Start Your Day Gently

Published 22nd May 2026Updated on 22nd May 2026

Written byColleen Brownlee , Colleen Content and Website

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Try a gratitude line, a one word intention for the day, the feeling you woke up with, what you need most today and one small thing you are looking forward to.

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