Journal Templates
Guided journaling prompts designed specifically for managing bipolar disorder. Reflect, process experiences, and track patterns with structured writing.
Daily Check-in
Quick daily reflection to track patterns and mood shifts
7 guided prompts
Episode Reflection
Process and learn from manic or depressive episodes
8 guided prompts
Therapy Preparation
Organize thoughts and goals before therapy sessions
8 guided prompts
Trigger Analysis
Identify and understand your personal triggers
8 guided prompts
Gratitude & Strengths
Focus on positive aspects and personal strengths
8 guided prompts
Benefits of Journaling for Bipolar Disorder
Process Episodes
Understand and learn from manic and depressive episodes through guided reflection.
Identify Triggers
Recognize patterns and triggers that may contribute to mood episodes.
Improve Therapy
Prepare for therapy sessions and communicate more effectively with providers.
Track Progress
Monitor your growth and celebrate victories in managing your condition.
Journaling Tips
- • Write without judgment - there are no wrong answers
- • Be honest about your thoughts and feelings
- • Don't worry about grammar or spelling
- • Take breaks if you feel overwhelmed
- • Review past entries to identify patterns
- • Share insights with your healthcare team
- • Set aside regular time for journaling
- • Use templates as starting points, not rigid rules
Privacy: All journal entries are stored locally on your device. You can export templates as text files to write by hand or save digitally. Your personal reflections remain completely private.
Important: If journaling brings up thoughts of self-harm or crisis, please stop and reach out for support immediately. Visit our crisis resources page or call 988 for the Crisis Lifeline.