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Your Weekly INFJ Journal Prompt ✍️

Let’s see if avoiding risks could actually be more harmful than taking them

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Nov 13, 2024
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An INFJ woman sits on a tree stump with a laptop, surrounded by a natural setting with trees and water. Next to the image is text that reads "Your Weekly Journal Prompt" followed by a question: What if the biggest risk in your life right now is not taking any risks at all?
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As an INFJ, your natural inclination toward caution and foresight can serve you well in life. But there’s a thought-provoking question we need to consider: What if the biggest risk in your life right now is not taking any risks at all? Ooof. What a question! This perspective will challenge you to examine your approach to risk-taking from a new angle and consider whether your cautious nature might sometimes hinder your progress and fulfillment.

If you’re ready, then let’s zoom out, look at the bigger picture of your life, and reflect on the potential consequences of consistently avoiding risks. You might uncover new insights about your values, aspirations, and the path to a life that truly resonates with your deepest self.

Today, we’re going to share: 

  • A journal prompt to explore the idea that not taking risks might be the biggest risk of all

  • How to honor your own definition of risk without comparing yourself to others’ standards

  • A way to break down the big picture into manageable parts when thinking about risks in your life

  • A technique for shifting your focus to positive outcomes when contemplating potential risks

Today’s Journal Prompt

What if the biggest risk in your life right now is not taking any risks at all?

3 Possible Obstacles

As you reflect on today’s question, you may encounter some challenges. These are common hurdles for INFJs when exploring such introspective (and, okay, also confronting) topics. Understanding these obstacles can help you navigate your thoughts more effectively. Here are three potential challenges you might face, along with strategies to overcome them:

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