How to journal in Notion (it's too easy)

Productive Setups
20 May 202304:43

Summary

TLDRThis video offers a streamlined method to create a journal in Notion, emphasizing the importance of consolidating daily tasks, habits, and projects into a single database for clarity and efficiency. The tutorial guides viewers on setting up a daily journal template with prompts to inspire writing, while also suggesting a weekly reflection for tracking achievements and planning improvements. The presenter advocates for simplicity in tracking journaling habits, avoiding the use of discouraging metrics, and hints at a comprehensive productivity system in development.

Takeaways

  • 📚 Keep all daily tracking in one place to avoid confusion and stress.
  • 🗓️ Use a calendar as a to-do list to simplify daily planning and tasks.
  • 📝 Create a 'Daily Journal' template in Notion for consistent journaling.
  • 📋 Add writing prompts to the journal template to inspire and facilitate daily entries.
  • 🔄 Avoid tracking journal consistency with a formula to prevent discouragement from missed days.
  • 📅 Duplicate the calendar view to create a filter for completed and uncompleted tasks.
  • 📝 Create a 'Weekly Reflection' template for end-of-week reviews and goal setting.
  • 🔄 Use the checkbox property to mark completed journal entries and filter them out of the view.
  • 🔑 Customize the Notion interface by adding properties and filters to suit personal productivity needs.
  • 🚀 Systematize a productivity system to improve various areas of life, as the speaker is working on a comprehensive 'Ultra database'.

Q & A

  • What is the primary issue the video aims to address with journaling?

    -The video addresses the issue of journals being separate databases, which can be confusing and lead to a fragmented approach to managing daily tasks and reflections.

  • Why does the video suggest combining the journal with the calendar?

    -The video suggests combining the journal with the calendar to create a unified system that simplifies the daily routine and provides a clear overview of the entire day's activities.

  • What is the recommended approach to creating a journal in Notion?

    -The recommended approach is to create a new database within Notion, set it as a calendar, and use templates for daily or weekly journal entries to streamline the process.

  • Why should the calendar also function as a to-do list according to the video?

    -The video argues that the calendar should function as a to-do list because it aligns with the concept that 'your day is your to-do list,' thus avoiding the need to manage separate systems.

  • What is the significance of using templates in the journaling process?

    -Templates are significant because they provide a structured format for journal entries, making it easier to start writing and ensuring consistency in the journaling process.

  • What are some examples of writing prompts suggested for the Daily Journal template?

    -Examples of writing prompts include 'things that I'm grateful for this morning' and 'one of my main priorities today, what would make today a good day.'

  • How does the video suggest tracking journaling habits without causing discouragement?

    -The video suggests not tracking the habit with a formula or database that shows a decrease in numbers, as it can be discouraging if a day is missed. Instead, it recommends a more relaxed approach where missing a day is not a big concern.

  • What is the purpose of creating a 'Weekly Reflection' template in addition to the 'Daily Journal'?

    -The 'Weekly Reflection' template is created to review and reflect on the week's achievements and plan for the next week, providing a way to track progress and set goals on a weekly basis.

  • How can you quickly view completed journal entries without opening each item?

    -You can quickly view completed journal entries by adding a checkbox property and filtering the view to show only unchecked items, or by using the checkbox in the properties to visually mark completed items.

  • What is the speaker's ongoing project related to productivity and life improvement?

    -The speaker is working on an 'Ultra database for productivity and living the best life,' which combines various elements discussed in previous and future videos into a comprehensive dashboard to enhance personal productivity and life management.

  • How does the speaker describe the impact of creating a good productivity system on their life?

    -The speaker describes the impact as significant, stating that systematizing and creating a good productivity system has greatly helped in various areas of their life.

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