Happy December!
It’s been a year of monthly themed journaling prompts, and I’m thrilled to bring you this special collection of December journal prompts. Whether you’re wrapping gifts, sipping coffee by the fire, or simply taking in the twinkling holiday lights, journaling can help you savor the magic of the season.
December invites us to pause and embrace its unique beauty.
It’s a month filled with traditions, transitions, and a sense of wonder that comes from both looking back on the year and dreaming ahead to the new year. With the crispness of winter in the air and the warmth of holiday joy all around, it’s the perfect time to reflect on where you’ve been, where you are, and where you’d like to go next year.
These December journal prompts are here to inspire you through the heart of winter and the holiday season. With 31 thoughtfully crafted prompts, you’ll have a daily opportunity to spark creativity, practice gratitude, and explore your dreams.
Use these prompts as a way to create a meaningful journaling ritual throughout the month or pick the ones that speak to you most. Either way, they’re a wonderful tool to infuse your December with intention, mindfulness, and a bit of holiday magic.
So grab your favorite journal and pen, pour a warm cup of something delicious, and let’s make this December your most reflective and joyful month yet!
31 December Journal Prompts
1. What does winter mean to you?
2. What are your favorite holiday traditions?
3. How do you feel about the year ending?
4. What is your favorite memory of December?
5. What does your ideal winter day look like?
6. What holiday foods or drinks do you look forward to?
7. How do you practice gratitude during the holidays?
8. What are your goals for the coming year? (These could be personal or professional goals!)
9. How do you stay cozy and warm in winter?
10. What is the best gift you’ve ever given or received? Why? What made it special?
11. What sights, sounds, or smells remind you of December?
12. How do you decorate for the holidays?
13. What traditions do you want to start (or continue) this holiday season?
14. What makes December feel magical?
15. How do you celebrate the winter solstice?
16. What is your favorite childhood holiday memory of the holidays?
17. How do you balance rest and busy times in December? Do you practice self-care?
18. What do you hope for in the new year?
19. How do you connect with loved ones during the holidays?
20. What winter activities bring you joy?
21. How do you reflect on your personal growth this year?
22. What songs or movies define December for you?
23. How do you give back during the holiday season?
24. What does the spirit of the holidays mean to you?
25. How do you celebrate small, everyday joys in December?
26. What is your favorite way to spend a snowy day?
27. How do you welcome change as the year ends?
28. What lessons have you learned this year?
29. How do you prepare for a fresh start?
30. What are you most proud of this year?
31. How do you want to feel at the start of the new year?
December journal prompts are a way to honor both the festive and reflective sides of the season.
As the days grow shorter and the year comes to an end, these daily December journal prompts can help you find clarity, express gratitude, and embrace hope for the year ahead.
Here’s to a meaningful December filled with warmth, wonder, and the joy of writing your story.
Happy journaling!
