Worth Following – Podcast by Adrian Stanek

Monday Is Coming – Why Tech Professionals Dread Mondays

February 23, 2026·8 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Journaling for Self-Reflection: Separate Reality From Your Subconscious StoriesThe script argues that journaling is the best tool for self-reflection, manifesting, and understanding thoughts and emotions. It explains how journaling helps identify the “lower self” as not the controlling self and emphasizes that you can take action once you see things clearly. The episode recommends using paper or a smartphone to create a two-column table: one column for the week’s realities and actual challenges, and a second column for the stories and projections likely coming from the subconscious. It concludes that you must first gather data and analyze your thoughts before you can accept them, adapt, or act on them.00:00 Why Journaling Works: Self-Reflection, Emotions & Manifestation01:05 The Simple Two-Column Journal Setup01:10 Column 1: Write the Week’s Reality & Real Challenges01:20 Column 2: Spot the Stories Your Subconscious Projects01:31 Collect the Data First, Then Analyze and Take Action01:34 Conclusion: Accept, Adapt, and Act on What You Find This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit blog.adrianstanek.dev/subscribe

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