Thursday January 23, 2025 | Journal prompts for healing selective mutism
Journaling prompts for healing selective mutism could include: describing situations where speaking is difficult, exploring the emotions tied to silence, identifying triggers, practicing self-compassion, visualizing positive speaking experiences, writing letters to your "speaking self," and reflecting on small progress made towards communication ; always remember to approach these prompts with gentle self-awareness and focus on what feels safe to share. General prompts: 1. What does silence feel like to you? Silence feels like to me isolation and loneliness. 2. Describe a recent situation where you felt unable to speak, and what emotions were present? angry because I wanted to speak but physically couldn't. 3. What are your biggest fears about speaking in certain situations? People judging me, laughing at what I say. Just like what other kids did to me back in the 80's. 4. How do you feel when others try to encourage you to talk when you'...