Journaling is a powerful, evidence-supported tool for understanding and managing domestic violence. These prompts help you explore your experience with domestic violence more deeply.
Awareness Prompts for Domestic Violence
Start by building awareness of how domestic violence shows up for you:
- When did I first notice domestic violence in my life? What was happening?
- What situations or thoughts tend to trigger my domestic violence?
- How does domestic violence feel in my body? Where do I notice it physically?
- What does my domestic violence tell me about myself or the world?
Processing Prompts for Domestic Violence
Use these prompts to process emotions and experiences related to domestic violence:
- What am I most afraid of about my domestic violence?
- What would I tell a friend who was experiencing domestic violence?
- What has domestic violence taken from me? What has it taught me?
- What does 'recovery' from domestic violence look like to me?
Progress Prompts for Domestic Violence
Track your growth with these reflection questions:
- What strategies have helped my domestic violence the most?
- How have I grown stronger in managing domestic violence?
- What would my life look like with domestic violence less present?