Welcome to today’s journaling exploration. On Veterans Day, as we honor those who have served, I’m sharing a profound prompt from Write Your Way that invites us to consider our own contribution to the world. Few callings demonstrate impact as clearly as military service, and each of us has the opportunity—and responsibility—to consider how we can make a difference in our own way.
Why This Prompt Matters
I included this prompt in Write Your Way because understanding our desired impact helps shape our choices, priorities, and daily actions. Whether through grand gestures or small acts of kindness, each of us writes our own story of service and contribution.
Today’s Prompt
“What impact do I want to make?”
Notice how this question reaches beyond personal achievement to touch on our relationship with the broader world. It asks us to consider our unique gifts and how we might use them in service of others.
Let Me Share an Example
Here’s how I might respond to this prompt:
“The impact I want to make centers on empowering others to find and express their authentic voice. Through my writing and teaching, I hope to create ripples of self-discovery that extend far beyond my direct reach. When I imagine my impact, I see it in small moments: a student finding the courage to share their story, a reader discovering new insight through journaling, and a community growing stronger through shared narratives. I want my work to be a bridge helping others connect with their inner wisdom and share it with the world. Success, for me, will be measured by the stories others are empowered to tell.”
Making This Prompt Work for You
Consider these dimensions:
- What unique gifts do you bring to the world?
- Whose lives do you touch daily?
- What issues or causes move you deeply?
- How might small actions create larger ripples?
- What legacy would you like to leave?
A Deeper Reflection
Impact comes in many forms. Sometimes it’s visible and immediate, like helping a neighbor or mentoring a colleague. Other times, it’s subtle and far-reaching, like modeling integrity for our children or creating art that touches hearts years later. Consider both the immediate and long-term effects of your choices and actions.
Your Journey Begins
Take time now to explore your desired impact. Write about the difference you wish to make—in your family, community, profession, or the world at large. Consider both your current impact and your aspirations for greater contribution.
Remember, impact isn’t always about grand gestures. Often, it’s the accumulation of small, consistent actions taken with conscious intention that creates lasting change.
Ready to explore more prompts about purpose and impact? Discover deeper insights in Write Your Way.
