with the only true guarantee in life being its impermanence, it becomes absolutely essential to anchor ourselves in the present moment. and one of the most powerful ways to do that is by contemplating and accepting our mortality.

for Day 3 of The Bright Eyed and Bushy Tailed Series, we’re going to gently explore what it means to live with intention, purpose, and clarity by zooming out and reflecting on the bigger picture: our time here is limited—so how do we want to spend it?

so get cozy, open your mind, and grab your journal—we’re about to dive into some questions that will help you get crystal clear on your core values, life priorities, and what actually matters most to you.

mindfulness journal prompts for living a life you love

these prompts are meant to shake you up in the best way. let yourself answer honestly—remember, this is a no-judgment zone.

• if today were your last day on Earth, what are the three things you would care about doing the most?
• what are the three things you would regret spending so much time on?
• what would you regret not going after while you still had time?

clarifying your core values

after sitting with those three questions, reflect on what your answers say about how you really want to live.

based on your responses, write down three core values that you want to live your life by from now on. these values will serve as a compass to help you make decisions, set boundaries, and choose experiences that align with your true purpose.

to give you an example,a fter I did this reflection, I realized I had spent way too much energy caring about how I was perceived by others. what actually mattered most to me was showing up for the people I love, experiencing as much as possible, and fully expressing myself without fear.

that led me to define my core values as:

1. being present and supportive for the people I love
2. prioritizing new experiences and personal growth
3. embracing and expressing my most authentic self by being the most Hanna version of Hanna I can be

these values now help me filter what’s worth my energy and time. when opportunities, relationships, or responsibilities arise, I ask myself: does this align with what I truly care about? if not, feel empowered to say no.

i’m about to sound like a cheese-head, but hear me out: you can’t really start living your life until you accept the fact that one day it’s going to end.

the only timeline that truly matters is the one that stretches from the moment you’re born to the moment you take your last breath. everything else is just noise.

this is your reminder that it’s time to start living with purpose. you are one in eternity, so it’s time to start acting like it.

today’s affirmation:

“I trust that everything I’ve been through has prepared me for where I’m meant to be.”

live boldly, love deeply, and always, always, always!!! choose what makes you feel most alive. now go be Bright Eyed and Bushy Tailed!! 🐿️

💘, HANNA