PERMISSION TO BE HUMAN JOURNAL | Guided Mental Health, Self Reflection & Personal Growth Journal
A journal for the real shit.
Not every day is positive.
Not every thought is pretty.
And honestly... that's exactly the point.
Permission To Be Human isn't another journal telling you to "just think positive."
It's a guided mental health journal created for the messy days, the overwhelming days, the anxious days, the angry days, the healing days... and every day in between.
Created from frustration with the unrealistic idea that we always have to be happy, this journal gives you permission to stop pretending everything is fine and start getting honest with yourself.
Inside you'll find thought-provoking prompts, real conversations, self-reflection exercises and guided journaling pages designed to help you understand your emotions instead of avoiding them.
Whether you're navigating anxiety, burnout, people-pleasing, grief, relationships, stress, self-worth or simply trying to reconnect with yourself, this journal creates a safe space to pause, reflect and grow.
There are no perfect answers.
No rules.
No pressure.
Just honest conversations with yourself.
Inside you'll discover:
✔ Guided journal prompts
✔ Mental health reflection exercises
✔ Self-awareness activities
✔ Shadow work inspired questions
✔ Emotional wellbeing prompts
✔ Confidence & self-worth reflections
✔ Anxiety & stress management journaling
✔ Boundaries & people-pleasing exercises
✔ Gratitude without toxic positivity
✔ Plenty of space to write, reflect and grow
Perfect for anyone wanting to:
• Improve their mental wellbeing
• Build healthier habits
• Reduce anxiety and overwhelm
• Increase self-awareness
• Process difficult emotions
• Practice mindfulness
• Heal from burnout
• Create a daily journaling routine
• Improve emotional resilience
• Prioritise self-care
• Begin a personal growth journey
Why it's different
This isn't a journal filled with fluffy affirmations.
It's raw.
It's honest.
It's confronting when it needs to be.
And it's written like your best mate sitting across from you saying...
"Let's talk about what's actually going on."
Because healing doesn't start with pretending you're okay.
It starts with honesty.
Giving Back 💙
Mental health matters.
That's why 5% of all profits from every Permission To Be Human Journal sold are donated to Beyond Blue, helping support Australians experiencing anxiety, depression and other mental health challenges.
Every purchase helps create more honest conversations around mental health while supporting an organisation making a genuine difference.
Product Features
- Premium hardcover journal
- Guided mental health prompts
- Self reflection exercises
- High quality pages
- Designed in Australia
- Suitable for daily journaling
- Makes a thoughtful gift
- Perfect for adults, teens and anyone on a healing journey
🌊 Bodhi Surf Returns & Exchange Policy
At Bodhi Surf, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality gear from trusted brands — but we get it, sometimes things just aren’t quite right.
No worries, here’s how we handle returns and exchanges 👇
✅ Returns & Exchanges
We accept returns or exchanges on full-priced items within 30 days of delivery.
To be eligible, your item must be:
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In original condition — unworn, unwashed, and with tags attached
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In original packaging
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Returned with proof of purchase
Customers are responsible for all return & shipping costs unless the item is faulty.
💌 How to Start a Return
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Email shell@bodhisurf.com.au and request a return code.
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Once approved, post your item to:
Bodhi Surf, Yeppoon Central Shopping Centre, Yeppoon QLD 4703 -
If you’re returning an item valued over $50, please use a trackable shipping service or purchase shipping insurance — we can’t guarantee returns lost in transit.
💸 Refunds & Credits
Once your return arrives and passes inspection, your refund or credit will be processed within 4 business days.
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Refunds go back to your original payment method
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You can choose a store credit instead, if you prefer
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If you paid via AfterPay, you’ll receive an email update directly from them once your refund is processed
🚫 Items We Can’t Take Back
For hygiene and safety reasons, we’re unable to accept returns or exchanges on:
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Swimwear (sorry, it's health and safety so be sure before you purchase)
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Earrings
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Sale or discounted items — all sale items are final
❤️ Faulty Items
We stand behind everything we sell.
If something arrives damaged or faulty, shoot us an email at shell@bodhisurf.com.au with photos and details — we’ll sort it out fast.
If it’s our mistake, we’ll cover return postage and replace or refund your item right away.
🐚 Our Promise
We’re a small, family-run surf shop that cares deeply about our customers.
If something’s not right, reach out — we’ll always do our best to make it right.
