So… you’re in your villain era. Not in a destroy-everything kind of way. More like: “I stopped being the people pleaser and suddenly I’m the villain in everyone’s story.”
Welcome. This is your journaling playground now.
This isn’t about being cruel—it’s about being clear. Setting boundaries. Saying “no” without a three-paragraph apology. Holding space for your rage and not softening it for anyone else’s comfort. These villain-era journal prompts are here to help you rewrite the story from your point of view. And trust—you are not the problem for finally taking up space.
What Even Is a Villain Era?
The villain era isn’t evil. It’s evolution. It’s what happens when you:
- Stop explaining yourself
- Start honoring your needs
- Prioritize your peace over people’s approval
The internet might say it’s about becoming cold or selfish, but in reality? It’s about becoming sovereign.
Think less revenge fantasy and more radical clarity.
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Why Journaling Is the Safest Place to Go Off
Your villain era isn’t for everyone—but your journal gets it.
Journaling gives you a judgment-free space to:
- Process anger without guilt
- Explore your “selfish” side (read: self-preserving)
- Say the things you’re afraid to say out loud
If you’re used to shrinking or second-guessing, this is where you write like you don’t owe anyone softness.
Feeling messy and overwhelmed? This article on journaling through chaos is a good companion.
👠 Villain Era Journal Prompts (That Go There)
Grab your pen. Get dramatic. These aren’t meant to be cute.
💣 Rage + Clarity
- What am I angry about that I keep pretending I’m over?
- Who benefits when I stay small—and how do I benefit when I don’t?
- What version of me gets punished when I set boundaries?
- What have I been swallowing to keep the peace?
🖤 Shadow Work, But Make It Iconic
- What’s one “unlikable” trait I secretly love about myself?
- If I stopped trying to be the good one, what would I do differently?
- What role do I play in other people’s stories—and what role do I want to play?
🗡 Boundary-Setting & Letting Go
- Who do I keep giving chances to, and why?
- What does closure look like when I don’t get an apology?
- What’s one thing I’m cutting off—even if they call me selfish for it?
Need help easing into this without the perfectionism spiral? Try this guide to journaling without judgment.
Rituals for Villain-Era Journaling Energy
Make it feel cinematic. You’re not just journaling—you’re monologuing in the mirror with a candle lit behind you.
✦ Villain Mood Setup:
- Black pen or red ink only.
- Playlist with a little attitude (think Billie, SZA, Doja, Halsey)
- Sit tall. Take up space. Let the pages get dramatic.
Don’t reread it. Don’t edit it. Just write like your truth isn’t negotiable.
Final Note: You’re Not the Villain—You Just Stopped Being the Bystander
You don’t have to be the “good girl,” the emotional sponge, the conflict-avoider. You’re allowed to take up space, say no, change your mind, and not explain why.
The world might call that selfish. Your journal knows it’s self-respect.
This isn’t about burning bridges. It’s about not building them alone anymore.
