Shadow Work Journal: 90 guided prompts on triggers, patterns and your inner critic

A shadow work journal for beginners: 90 guided prompts to look at your reactions, recurring patterns, and inner critic with curiosity instead of judgment.

Maybe you react more strongly than a moment deserves. Maybe the same conflicts repeat with family or partners, or a harsh inner voice always gets the last word. Shadow work means writing honestly about the parts of yourself you learned to hide. This journal gives you a structured, gentle start, one question at a time, with no prior knowledge needed.

Who it is for

Readers who are curious about shadow work and want clear questions instead of a blank notebook
Anyone who notices the same reactions again and again, in relationships, at work, or with family
People who would rather write than read long theory
A thoughtful gift for someone who enjoys journaling and self-reflection

What is inside

A short introduction to shadow work and a how-to page
A "Take care of yourself" page on self-care and on when it makes sense to reach out to a professional
A glossary of key terms such as projection, trigger, and inner child
A "Where I am starting" page
90 prompts in seven parts: getting to know yourself; triggers and reactions; family and where you come from; relationships and closeness; self-image and the inner critic; fear and shame; integration and compassion
4 trigger log pages to note what happened, what you felt, and how you reacted
3 check-ins between the parts
A closing letter to yourself and notes pages

Good to know before you buy

This is a writing journal. The introduction is short and practical, and most pages are for your own answers. If you want an in-depth book on the psychology behind shadow work, pair this journal with one. Some prompts touch on family, fear, and shame, so go at your own pace and take breaks whenever you need them.

How to use it

Start with "Where I am starting" to see where you stand today.
Work through the seven parts in order. They begin gently and go deeper step by step. One prompt a day is enough.
Use a trigger log whenever something stirs you up.
Pause at each check-in and notice what has shifted.
Finish with a letter to yourself.

Hardcover edition, 6 x 9 inches, 120 pages.

Part of the Midnight Seer journal series
Also in the series: Tarot & Moon Journal and Manifestation & New Moon Journal.

Open the first page when you feel ready. There are no wrong answers.

This journal is a tool for self-reflection. It is not a substitute for professional psychological or medical care and does not replace legal or financial advice.