My Wellbeing Journals are personal spaces for students to express their feelings, fears, goals, struggles and opinions without fear of judgement from others. They are tools children can use to help get their private thoughts out of their minds and onto paper, while simultaneously learning techniques and strategies to cope with life’s challenges.
It is widely acknowledged that mental health issues, such as anxiety and depression, affect one in seven primary-aged children, and an estimated 50% of all serious mental health issues in adulthood begin before age fourteen (beyondblue.com.au).
Throughout the My Wellbeing Journals, students will be offered exercises that focus on:
Self-managementSelf-awarenessSocial awarenessRelationship skillsResponsible decision making
The benefits of keeping a journal have been well documented. It is believed that writing down thoughts can help individuals achieve mental clarity and prioritise worries or fears.
My Wellbeing Journals have been created by Lauren O’Brien, a passionate educator and best-selling author. The journals are well-researched, easy-to-use student resources designed to assist in improving overall wellbeing in school-age children.
Designed to support positive mental health in a structured yet flexible way, these journals provide a calm and reflective space within busy learning environments. Each thoughtfully developed activity encourages students to pause, consider their experiences and build practical strategies for navigating everyday challenges. Whether used during dedicated wellbeing lessons, pastoral care sessions or independent reflection time, the journal becomes a trusted companion for developing resilience and emotional confidence.
Educational Benefits:
- Strengthens emotional literacy and self-awareness
- Builds practical coping strategies and self-management skills
- Encourages thoughtful reflection and responsible decision making
- Supports positive relationship skills and social understanding
- Schedule weekly journalling sessions as part of a wellbeing program
- Use guided prompts to support small group conversations
- Incorporate goal-setting reflections at the beginning of each term
- Pair journalling with mindfulness or breathing exercises
Product Details
- Designed for primary school-aged students
- Exercises focus on self-management, self-awareness, social awareness, relationship skills and responsible decision making
- Created by Lauren O’Brien, passionate educator and best-selling author
- Well-researched and easy-to-use student resource
