Emma Bastow is a writer and editor with over 20 years’ experience in book publishing. She is the author of A Writer’s Year, A Mindful Year, A Mother's Year, A Year of Self-Care, I Love Leopard and Plant Lady, all published by HarperCollins. Emma lives in Brighton, East Sussex, where she is lucky enough to combine her passion for writing with regular trips to the beach.
<p style="margin-bottom: 5px; color: rgb(33, 37, 41); font-family: Muli, sans-serif;">Featuring 365 writing prompts—one for every day of the year—this journal will be an invaluable companion to your year of self-care.</p><p style="margin-bottom: 5px; color: rgb(33, 37, 41); font-family: Muli, sans-serif;">Every now and then, we all need a gentle reminder to step back from our busy lives to tend to our own wellbeing. However that may look for you—whether it be reading, exercise, enjoying a wholesome brunch, or even meditating on your best qualities—this journal will inspire you to take a little “me time” and then ponder the results.</p><p style="margin-bottom: 5px; color: rgb(33, 37, 41); font-family: Muli, sans-serif;">* Write your name horizontally down the page. Think about your best qualities that begin with each letter and write them alongside.<br>* What has made you smile today?<br>* Take time to cook your favorite food. Describe the smells, tastes, and how it makes you feel.<br>* We all need to be forgiving of ourselves. For what one thing in your daily life could you cut yourself some slack?<br>* Write a letter to your 10-year-old self. What would you say about your adult self that would make them proud or happy?</p>
