Hanukkah Themed Journal Prompts

Chag Urim Sameach! Happy Hanukkah! I know Hanukkah does not start for another week, but as you prepare your celebrations and think over the holiday, here are some journal prompts to consider:

1. What does the story of Hanukkah mean to your personally?

2. How do you connect with the theme of light overcoming darkness in your own life?

3. Reflect on a time you felt your (metaphorical) "oil" was running out, but you kept going anyway.

4. What miracles - big or small - have you experienced this year?

5. How do you keep your light burning during difficult times?

6. In what ways has your faith, heritage, or family helped sustain you through challenges?

7. What does resilience look like in your life right now?

8. How ca you honor your ancestors or traditions in a meaningful way this season?

9. How do you bring light to the people around you?

10. What family traditions during Hanukkah bring you the most joy?

11. How can you create new traditions that reflect who you are today?

12. Who in your life has been a "light" for you this year, and how can you express gratitude to them?

13. How do you balance family expectations with your own needs during the holidays?

14. How can you be more intentional about connection during the season of celebration?

15. What part of yourself deserves to be celebrated more right now?

16. What areas of your life could use more light and attention?

17. What boundaries help you protect your peace during the holidays?

18. How can you bring more mindfulness into your celebrations this year?

19. Describe and reflect on your favorite Hanukkah memory?

20. What songs, foods, smells, sounds, immediately make you feel Hanukkah joy?

At Caring Conversations, we wish you light & joy this Hanukkah season!