Sorry, Lana Del Rey, we are not doing Summertime Sadness this year! Nope, we are embracing the fun side of the sunshine season. So, I compiled a list of summer journal prompts that is a perfect mixture of creative, silly, and pure bliss.
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Fun Summer Journal Prompts
- Describe what summer means to you in one word.
- What is your favorite summer smell?
- Create a summer mood board in a junk journal style.
- Imagine you find a treasure map on the beach. Where does it lead?
- What’s your favorite summer snack?
- Name your top 3 ice cream flavors.
- What is your favorite summer movie/series?
- Describe your dream summer vacation in detail.
- Create a new summer tradition.
- What summer reads do you want to add to your TBR?
- When you played ‘mermaid’ as a kid, what color was your tail?
- Describe your summer morning routine.
- Describe your summer night routine.
- Which main character from a book/movie/series would you love to spend this summer with?
- Give your summer a title like an episode of Friends.
- Choose a passion project for this season.
- Doodle something summer-related.
- Create a summer bucket list or bingo card.
- Describe your fashion/style for this season.
- What is the best part of summer for you?
- What is the worst part of summer for you?
- List 3 mini side quests for this summer.
- What summer memory makes you smile?
- Create a summer playlist.
- Write a short story based on your favorite summer song.
Final Thoughts
That’s a wrap on my list of summer journal prompts. I hope this season brings you sunshine and joy. May these prompts add a little extra sparkle to your summer experience!
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Have a great day wherever you are in the world!
Love, Steph ♥


