Tool share: What’s going on?

Journaling Tool Share ::: “What’s going on?” are three little words found in the Journal to the Self card deck by Kathleen Adams. Adams writes that these three little words are one of the most versatile, rugged, and simple journaling prompts you can use. And I use them a lot! When my soul keeps feeling “pinched”–I know something is nagging at me that I should probably pay attention to. When I keep getting annoyed at small things, I know it’s time to pay attention. When things begin to “build up” in my brain and I start keeping track of offenses, I know it’s time to check-in with my soul. “What’s going on, Maggie?” This prompts lets me “clear my head” and then dive deeper into what’ really bothering me. It lets me honor whatever feeling I’ve had that I haven’t been able to articulate but has just lived in my body. It feels like a letter I receive in the mail. I get to open it and learn what is really going on with me. Once I know, I can pay attention to triggers, I can send specific prayers to myself, I can talk to my therapist, and I can explore my core self–not some self that tries to cover up what is hurting or doesn’t feel good. To read an example, check out my latest blog on my web site (bio in link > then navigate to blog)—“Journal Entry, Summer Solstice 2025.” Ask yourself: “What’s going on?” and accept the invitation to explore your core self. Sending Love from New Mexico, friends!