Reflection Writing - Class Syllabus
I hosted a reflection writing class this morning - Here are the notes
Greeting Friends!
I hosted a reflection writing class this morning for the first time! I’m so excited to host another one soon.
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Below is the syllabus for the class. Please feel free to self-lead a reflection writing session with the template below.
It’s so fun to open hidden doors within the mind and see where it leads. (Comment from a participant today)
Onto the the Syllabi…
What is Reflection Writing?
March 19, 2025
Who is the host? – Lynn Quinn of The Zones of Atlas / Cognitive Architect / Creator of the Zones of Communication / Podcast host / Met goal to reflection write daily for 1111 Days!
Opening Meditation
I recognize the past, I let go
I recognize the present I am here
I recognize the future, I am open
Thank you.
Reflection Writing - Introspective tool used to build new neuronal pathways.
A daily practice that helps to reveal subconscious thoughts, within conscious life processes.
Speak in the Pink Zone – Remove moral judgements of good/bad and right/wrong.
Speak from the “I-perspective.”
The “you-perspective” does not exist within self-reflection.
The audience is the “I” as opposed to the “you.”
Introspective tool – Magical place to dive deep into layers of thinking
Allow aspects of ego (yellow zone), to gently drift away.
Welcome in a playful and productive mindset.
Turn off spelling and grammar check – Close browsers – Focus mode in Word
New neuronal pathways – Think within the pink zone, a zone of growth and curiosity.
Tap into the soul, with a lens to wish well upon the self and others.
Move beyond paradigms of the past and propose at least three potential outcomes.
Subconscious thoughts – Thinking built from stereotypes and known paradigms.
Thoughts and actions are heavily influenced by outcomes of the past. (past)
Conscious process – Awareness of actions and exploration of what’s novel and new.
Trail and error guides creation of new paradigms. (present)
Sample Reflection Writing Prompts
1) How am I going to feel when I ( ), something I’ve always wanted.
2) My greatest strength is ( ), because ( ).
3) I’m happiest when I ( action ), while I’m ( location ).
Exercise
Reflect and write for twenty minutes – Split into about six minutes each
Ask questions - Share favorite sentences with the group
Offer positive encouragement to the speaker in the chat
What was liked and stood out?
Closing meditation
Closing Meditation
I recognize the past, I let go
I recognize the present I am here
I recognize the future, I am open
Thank you.
Until next time…Enjoy!
Lynn Quinn
(Reflection writing guide)
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What a beautiful exploration! (And I love the descriptors and approach with the Pink Zone!)
Thank you so much for this, Lynn!
By chance, is there a link to explore to learn more about your next class? 💗✨🙏