Stay Light: Practicing the Art of Detachment
The 28 Day Guided Detachment Journal
Stop suffering what you can release, and start to carve out your path to clarity. This guided journal is for those ready to trade attachment for freedom. One unflinching prompt at a time.
Stoics called it "amor fati" (love of fate)
Buddhists called it "non-attachment"
You'll call it "how I finally breathed"
Why this journal?
You’ve tried mindfulness. You’ve vented to friends. But the same hooks keep you chained—to past wounds, others’ opinions, and stories you’ve outgrown.
This isn’t another ‘let it go’ journal. It’s a field manual for the most rewarding work of your life: systematically unclenching your fists
You know you're too attached when you feel:
The tightness in your chest when someone disagrees with you
The exhaustion from overanalyzing conversations that others forgot
The quiet resentment of always being the ‘responsible one’
Why other solutions fail
Most self-help tools focus on 'fixing' your reactions. But detachment isn't about control - it's about choice.
Mindfulness journals help you notice the suffering, not end it
Gratitude logs are band aids on bullet wounds when you're bleeding attachment
Venting to friends only rehearses the stories you need to release
How this journal is different
This is a 28-day excavation of everything you're clinging to - thoughts, habits, even physical objects.
1. Military Grade Precision: No vague ‘reflect on your feelings’ prompts. Each day targets a specific attachment (fear of judgment, need for control, past trauma) and gives you a tactical drill to dismantle it.
2. Body-first Detachment: You’ll start by mapping where clinging lives within your body (a clenched jaw, stiff shoulders) before tackling the mental stories.
3. Irreversible Actions: Some pages must be burned, torn, or deleted. This isn’t poetry—it’s behavioral rewiring.
4. Stoicism/Buddhism Roots: Ancient wisdom, stripped of mysticism. Just actionable tools for modern suffering.
The Transformation
You won't just 'feel better' - you'll operate differently.
Say "no" without guilt
Hear criticism without crumbling
Watch uncontrollable issues unfold without needing to fix
This is the practical freedom of the art of detachment
How it works
Awareness (Days 1-14)
Map hidden traps – Thoughts, habits, stories you’ve confused for "you."
Trace the roots – Uncover the fears, old wounds feeding your grip.
Spot the body’s cues – Shoulder tension, jaw clenching = your detachment alarm system.
Release (Days 15-21)
Burn, delete, discard – Literal rituals (bye, grudges) to rewire your brain’s grip.
Silence digital hooks – Mute notifications, resist checking metrics—reclaim your attention.
Let others ‘win’ – Practice indifference to opinions without shutting down.
Implement (Days 21-28)
Say ‘no’ unapologetically – Test boundaries in low-stakes scenarios first.
Embrace imperfection – Leave tasks half-done, wear mismatched socks—prove survival.
Choose your battles – Re-engage only with what aligns with your values.
No Fluff
Over 90+ prompts with laser precision
Body First
Detachment starts with physical cues (jaw, fists, breath)
Disrupt Patterns
Burn, shred, or discard pages to rewire your brain
Freewriting
Additional lined daily freewriting pages
Chronological Journey
Each day's prompts build on the last
Stoic/Buddhist Roots
Philosophy made actionable
Who It's For
Overthinkers who know they're their own worst enemy.
People pleasers ready to choose themselves.
Control addicts who see the cost of their grip.
Pricing
Buy the journal
Your detachment journey starts here
$29.99
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86 no-fluff pages
3 chronological phases
5.5" x 8.5"
FAQ
Got questions?
This journal is for anyone feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or emotionally attached to past experiences, relationships, or outcomes. Whether you're navigating a breakup, career stress, or self-doubt, this guide helps you release and refocus.
We are currently partnering with a print-on-demand (p.o.d.) service until further notice, and as such, the shipping times vary. You can expect the journal at your door in 10-14 days from either FedEx or USPS.
No, this journal is a self-guided tool for reflection and growth. While it complements therapy, it doesn’t replace professional mental health support.
Absolutely! No experience is needed—just an open mind. Each day includes simple prompts and exercises to gently guide you with precision.
By combining mindfulness, self-inquiry, and actionable steps, it helps you:
Release emotional baggage
Break negative thought cycles
Cultivate inner peace and clarity
1. Awareness – Identify attachments and patterns.
2. Release – Let go with guided exercises.
3. Rebuild – Create new, healthier habits and mindsets.
10-15 minutes per day, ideally in the morning.
Not at all! Detachment helps you engage from a place of clarity, not fear or obligation. You’ll actually show up more authentically for yourself and others.