Spiritual journaling is a creative form of prayer and meditation. Being with troubling questions or feelings: “Why am I here? What motivated me to undertake this process of working on myself through this suffering? What do I want? What do I hope will happen? What are my expectations? Can I set an intention and let go of the outcome? How do I know what my intention is? Is this a true intention or do I have a more hidden one? If everything were stripped away, what would be my truth?”
In silence contemplate what wisdom might come to you in the silence. Have your pen ready to write whatever comes to your open mind: “I am in a very painful transition in my life. I want to be transformed and abundant and alive. I want to have purposeful motivated days. I want to feel peace in my heart. I want to stop feeling like a failure because my life took a drastic turn. “
It is okay to feel hurt and confused.
“I know this is best for me and my children, but acceptance is challenging. That is okay. Forgive yourself. Allow yourself the time and space to grieve. You expect resolution to happen too quickly because you are uncomfortable with the emotional pain you are in. That is okay. It is a painful place you are in right now. Breathe. It is all okay. Don’t worry. You are blessed.”
Where did the desire come from?
“It has always been a part of you. You are a child of God. Who you are has made you special. Your love, your perceptions, your sensitivities all make you special. The path of pain has made you braver, wiser and it was time to be free.”
“I want to do right by those I love and those who love me. “
“Have no fear in your intentions. Do not worry. Take and keep your personal power. Make clear choices. Keep focused on God who loves you. Ask for wisdom and guidance. Keep anger in its appropriate place. Use your resources. Stand and hold your ground. It is okay to feel hurt and confused. It is okay to lose sight of the importance of this transition and to have moments of real human pain and suffering. Be a beacon of light and love. Your desire for peace and forgiveness is known. You are on your true purpose. You are evolving in this chosen place. “