Ready to create your best summer without it being another thing to overthink or add to your To Do list? Try this gentle, mindful approach instead. Here are 30 June journal prompts to reflect, reset and simplify for summer.
WHY TRY JUNE JOURNALING?
As the days grow longer and life starts to slow into summer, June is the perfect time to pause, reflect and reconnect with yourself. Whether you’re feeling a little burnt out, craving more clarity, or simply want to be more present this season, journaling is a gentle way to check in and realign.
When life is busy and our brains are on overdrive, I know that finding time to sit down with pen and paperwork can feel like just another thing for our To Do list or a luxury that we don’t have time or energy to afford.
This is precisely the time when journaling can play such an important and USEFUL role. Getting your thoughts down on paper can help you see, understand and explore WHY you feel like you do – and what you might need to change.
I have a whole section of my website on journaling which you can find here in my journaling articles.
Or, you might just want to get started with these journaling tips for beginners.
30 JUNE JOURNAL PROMPTS FOR A SIMPLE, INTENTIONAL SUMMER
In this article I’m sharing 30 meaningful June journal prompts to help you reflect on the first half of the year, simplify your mindset, and set calm, intentional goals for the summer ahead.
You don’t need to write a full page for each one. Just pick the prompt that speaks to you and start where you are. A few honest sentences can really help you see what’s working and what’s not and where you, your brain and life are heading!
1. How do I want this summer to feel?
2. What do I need more of right now?
3. What am I ready to let go of?
4. What’s one habit that’s been supporting me lately?
5. What’s one habit that’s draining me?
6. What would a slower pace look like in my daily life?
7. What’s one area of my home I’d love to declutter this month?
8. What’s one small joy I can add to my mornings?
9. When do I feel most like myself?
10. Who or what lifts me up—and how can I make more space for that?
11. What boundaries do I need to protect my energy this summer?
12. What’s one thing I don’t want to carry into the second half of the year?
13. What’s something I’ve been avoiding that I’m ready to face?
14. What does a simple day look like to me?
15. What would I do this summer if I didn’t care what others thought?
16. What’s one gentle goal I can set for June?
17. What does “success” really mean to me right now?
18. What’s something I’m proud of from the past 6 months?
19. How can I show myself more kindness this month?
20. Where in my life do I feel cluttered—physically or emotionally?
21. What’s been inspiring me lately?
22. What’s one way I can prioritise rest this summer?
23. What do I want to remember about this season?
24. What am I currently saying yes to that might need to be a no?
25. What do I want to learn or try just for fun?
26. What does “intentional living” mean to me?
27. What can I simplify this month?
28. What’s one way I can reconnect with nature?
29. How do I want to feel at the end of June?
30. What’s one small step I can take today toward a calmer, simpler life?
A FEW PERSONAL FAVOURITES
I’ve found prompt #1 — “How do I want this summer to feel?” — quite revealing. It helped me realise I was chasing productivity instead of presence. Since then, I’ve started leaving my phone inside when I take my tea into the garden each morning. Just that small shift has helped me start the day more mindfully.
Another favourite is #20 — “Where in my life do I feel cluttered?” This changes through the seasons but I love to compare my answers now with my answers previously. It helps me notice particularly when busyness has crept up on me (which it has a habit of doing!). I can then take stock and postpone or say no to a few things.
HOW TO USE THESE PROMPTS
Pick one prompt per day throughout June.
Or choose 2–3 to sit with at the start of each week.
Don’t overthink it—just write what comes to mind, even if it feels messy. There’s no place for perfection in much life and your journal is certainly not the place!
Come back to your favourites as the month goes on.
There’s no right or wrong—just gentle reflection.
JUNE JOURNALING FAQ
1. What should I write in my journal in June?
June is a natural midpoint in the year, so it’s a lovely time to reflect on what’s been working, what hasn’t, and how you want the next few months to feel. Think seasonal shifts, simplifying, goal-setting (these goal-setting articles can help with that), and checking in with yourself.
2. What if I miss a day?
That’s completely fine. These prompts aren’t a chore—they’re here to support you, not pressure you. Just pick up where you left off or choose one that speaks to you in the moment.
3. Do I need a special journal to start?
Not at all. A notebook, scrap of paper or even a notes app will do. The key is making a little space in your day to write honestly and gently.
4. How long should I write for?
Even 5–10 minutes can make a difference. If you’ve only got a few minutes while the kettle boils, that’s enough. Focus on quality of thought, not quantity of words.
5. Can journaling really help me feel more intentional?
Yes—especially when done regularly. Journaling helps you notice patterns, clarify your thoughts, and become more aware of what you need. Over time, this creates more intentional choices and calmer days.
READ THESE NEXT…
As well as these June journal prompts we’ve looked at just now, here are some other articles and ideas to help you make the most of June. I hope you find them helpful!
- 7 Simple Summer Goals to Make the Most of Your Summer
- 30 Things to Declutter This June to Get Your Home Ready for Summer
- How to Plan for a Simple and Stress-Free Summer
- How to Introduce Slow Living to the Whole Family
- Gratitude Practice: How to Use Gratitude to Improve Your Life
- 30 Journal Prompts to Inspire Simplicity in Your Life
- 35 Journal Prompts for Decluttering Your Home and Life
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Gratitude journaling is a powerful form of journaling to help us focus on the good in our life, instead of dwelling on the not-so-good.
To help you build your gratitude muscle and for gratitude to become a regular habit in your daily routine, you might enjoy this 30-day Gratitude Challenge with daily journal prompts.
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Antonia Colins is the creator of Balance Through Simplicity, a website helping busy people declutter their home and life and live more intentionally. She has over 20 years of personal and professional experience in juggling work and family life and supporting individuals to remain independent and enjoy their home more. In her spare time, you can find Antonia walking, reading or planning her next travel adventure! She lives in the UK with her husband and teenage kids. Get your free Declutter Starter Kit.