Business Journaling: Prompts To Harness The Energy of Summer with Niyama love
- Brittany Miller
- Jun 7
- 7 min read
Updated: Sep 11
Summer has a special kind of energy—it’s bold, playful, and brimming with possibility. And if you’re anything like me, the middle of the year is when you start to notice whether the goals and intentions you set back in January still feel aligned. That’s where business journaling comes in.
Journaling isn’t just about scribbling in a notebook—it’s about creating space to process your thoughts, reset your mindset, and realign your actions with your values. When used intentionally, journaling becomes a bridge between your inner world and your outer results.
And summer, with its fiery energy and slower pace, is the perfect season to pause, reflect, and set fresh intentions.
This post, written in collaboration with the wonderful Kourtney Koenitzer of Niyama Love, will give you prompts, practices, and encouragement to use summer journaling as a tool for growth in both your personal life and your business.
If we haven't met yet, I’m Brittany, an online marketing strategist for female entrepreneurs. I teach women how to make their entrepreneurial dreams a reality through smart, actionable marketing strategies that get them seen, loved, and paid. Whether you’re eager to DIY your way to success or hire professionals to help you along the way–my goal is to make sure you walk away with the clarity you need to see the results you desire and build a life you love.
Today, Kourtney invites us to take a mindful pause and reassess our personal or professional aspirations to ensure they align with our present energy. Remember, intentions and goals are meant to be supportive, not stressful, so let's make room for adjustments and find smaller, more manageable actions that spark joy on our path. Join us as we delve into this powerful season and discover how small actions can lead to significant transformations, all while keeping fun and play at the heart of it all!
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Final Thoughts on Business Journaling
Why Business Journaling Matters in Summer
Most entrepreneurs hit a mid-year slump—it’s natural. We’ve worked hard through the first half of the year, and by July or August, exhaustion, self-doubt, or “ summer season busyness” can set in. That’s why this is the perfect season to reset.
With business journaling, you give yourself permission to ask:
Are my goals still aligned with the person I am today?
What’s draining me that I can release?
How can I make space for more joy, creativity, and flow?
Unlike rigid planning methods, journaling helps you find clarity in a compassionate, supportive way. It blends boundary setting, intention, and creativity, which makes it the perfect practice for summer reflection.
Reflecting on Old Goals
Let’s start with a gentle reflection. Look back at the intentions you set earlier this year—maybe during your New Year’s resolutions or after using Spring Journal Prompts From Niyama Love.
Ask yourself:
Which goals have you completed or made progress on?
Which ones no longer excite you?
Are your current habits aligned with the life you want now?
Sometimes, what we thought was important in January doesn’t serve us in August. And that’s okay! Summer is all about embracing change. If a goal feels heavy or draining, it may be time to adjust it—or let it go altogether.
This is true in business, too. Maybe there’s a client or service offering that once felt exciting but now leaves you drained. By journaling about these feelings, you can make intentional choices to release what no longer serves you.
Journaling Ideas to Reignite Joy
If you’re unsure where to start, here are a few journaling ideas and prompts for journal writing that help connect you to the energy of summer:
What goals feel most exciting to me right now?
What tasks drain my energy, and how can I release them?
If I could spend an entire day doing what I love, what would it look like?
How can I bring more play and joy into my business this month?
Which boundaries do I need to set to protect my time and energy?
These questions aren’t just for fun—they’re tools to help you create space for clarity. Think of them as your summer writing prompts to realign with the season’s energy.
Small Actions, Big Shifts
One of the biggest mistakes we make is thinking change has to be dramatic. In reality, it’s often the small actions that create the biggest shifts.
Business journaling helps highlight these small, manageable steps. For example:
Stirring your coffee in the opposite direction each morning to create new patterns in your brain and inspire habit development moving your closer to your goals.
Writing one gratitude entry a day to focus on creating more abundance.
Scheduling 15 minutes of quiet reflection before diving into emails to groun youself and help you stay focused on your goals.
These may seem tiny, but they build habits that support long-term success.
Tapping Into Fiery Leo Season Energy
Summer isn’t just about slowing down—it’s also about action. With the Leo season energy, you’re invited to reconnect with passion and take bold steps.
That might mean:
Trying a new hobby.
Testing a fresh business idea.
Launching a project you’ve been dreaming about.
Simply adding more joy into your day-to-day life.
In your August bullet journaling practice, try tracking these joyful actions with a habit tracker. Seeing your progress can be incredibly motivating.
Staying Accountable to Your Summer Intentions
Reflection is only half the process—action makes it stick. Once you’ve chosen your new intentions, write down the actions that support them.
Will you use a reward system to celebrate milestones as you work towards your goals?
Can you find a journaling buddy to hold you accountable?
Would a visual tracker in your bullet journal help you stay consistent?
These little accountability tools keep you aligned long after the summer sun fades.
Business Journaling as a Long-Term Practice
Here’s the truth: journaling isn’t a one-and-done exercise. It’s a lifelong tool you can come back to again and again. As a business owner, business journaling gives you perspective when things feel chaotic. It helps you zoom out, get honest with yourself, and return to your “why.”
Whether you’re using summer writing prompts or planning next quarter’s goals, journaling keeps you grounded and intentional. It allows you to shift from reacting to life to creating it with purpose.
20 Summer Journal Prompts to Try
Here are 20 journaling prompts designed to spark creativity, reflection, and action:
What goals did I set earlier this year that still feel aligned?
Which goals no longer serve me?
What would a “perfect summer day” look like for me?
How can I bring more fun into my work this month?
What small action could move me closer to a big goal?
Which boundaries do I need to set for myself?
Where do I feel most drained in my business or personal life?
What am I most grateful for right now?
How can I make space for rest and play this season?
Which clients, tasks, or habits feel misaligned?
What new habit do I want to track in June/July/August?
What does “success” look like for me this summer?
How can I use journaling to support my mental health?
What’s one thing I need to say “no” to right now?
What summer activity brings me pure joy?
How can I weave creativity into my daily routine?
Which relationships energize me the most?
Where can I delegate or ask for help?
How do I want to feel on September 1st?
What new opportunities am I ready to welcome?
Frequently Asked Questions About Business Journaling
What is business journaling?
Business journaling is the practice of using journaling techniques—like reflection, prompts, and habit tracking—to gain clarity, manage stress, and stay aligned with your personal and professional goals.
Can journaling really help me grow my business?
Yes! By regularly reflecting on what’s working and what’s not, you’re able to make better decisions, set boundaries, and build habits that support growth.
How often should I use journaling prompts?
There’s no right or wrong answer to this question. Some people journal daily, others once a week. Consistency matters more than frequency.
Do I need a fancy journal or planner to start?
No! A simple notebook is enough. I get mine from the dollar store. If you enjoy visuals and tracking, an August bullet journaling practice can be a fun way to stay engaged.
What’s the difference between personal journaling and business journaling?
Personal journaling focuses on feelings, memories, and emotional wellbeing. Business journaling applies those same reflective practices to professional goals, habits, and growth.
Can journaling reduce stress?
Absolutely. Journaling is proven to help with emotional regulation, making it easier to release stress, anxiety, and overwhelm. I have noticed it really helps me feel grounded and focused when I do it consistently.
Final Thoughts on Business Journaling This Summer
This summer, don’t just let the months slip by in a blur of busy work and obligations. Use business journaling to pause, reflect, and realign. Whether you choose simple journaling ideas, structured summer journaling prompts, or a full August bullet journaling practice, the key is consistency and compassion.
Your goals and intentions are meant to support you—not stress you out. Let journaling be the playful, grounding tool that keeps you moving forward while also reminding you to enjoy the sunshine along the way.
Connect with Kourtney
The more you engage in reflection, the easier it becomes to recognize patterns, release what no longer serves you, and step into expansion with confidence.
For more journaling inspiration, meditation practices, and self-care tips, connect with Kourtney on Instagram and continue your journey of self-growth and alignment. Here’s to a season of clarity, purpose, and abundance!
We encourage you to explore these prompts regularly and share your experiences. What insights did you gain? What shifts are you making this season? Let us know in the comments!
P.S. Don't forget to bookmark our fall journal prompts blog for next season!
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