5 Easy Ways to Start Journaling đïž
Summary
TLDRThis video provides five low-effort journaling tips for people who want to start a diary or improve their existing journaling habit. It suggests using a line-a-day journal to avoid blank page anxiety, downsizing to small notebooks that seem easier to fill, simplifying entries to quick logs of weather/meals/hobbies, incorporating art and decorations instead of writing, and keeping a running list of writing prompts for inspiration. It aims to make journaling an enjoyable, sustainable daily practice rather than a stressful or short-lived endeavor.
Takeaways
- đ Use a line-a-day journal to avoid feeling overwhelmed by blank pages
- đ Downsize to a small notebook that's easier to fill
- âïž Simplify entries with short, simple logs of weather, meals, hobbies etc.
- đ Turn diaries into visual journals with scrapbooking, drawing, washi tape etc.
- đĄ Keep a running list of journal prompts for inspiration when stuck
- đ€ Reflect on your day in just a line or two
- đ Dated journals have dates filled in already
- đ Undated journals allow you to start whenever
- đ„ Consider journaling by video if writing is tough
- đ Share your own journaling tips in the comments!
Q & A
What are some solutions suggested for dealing with the fear of the blank page when starting a journal?
-Using a line-a-day journal that dedicates a page to the same day over successive years, writing in smaller notebooks that are easier to fill, and simplifying entries.
What are some examples of simplified journal entries?
-Keeping a log of each day's weather and meals, making brief updates about a hobby like crafting or tabletop gaming, or just warming up with a quick, simple entry.
What are some non-writing ideas suggested for keeping a journal?
-Scrapbooking by gluing found objects and ephemera, drawing simple four panel comics about something interesting that happened, or decorating pages with washi tape and stickers.
What is suggested for getting inspiration for what to write about in a journal?
-Making a list of journal topics and prompts ahead of time on index cards or sticky notes that can be moved from page to page.
What are some sample journal prompt ideas provided?
-The weather, meals, updates on a hobby, something funny or interesting that happened, etc.
What are the benefits of a line-a-day journal?
-It dedicates a page to the same day over successive years so you can journal every day without feeling overwhelmed, and read previous years' entries to see personal growth.
Why might smaller notebooks be better than large journals for some people?
-Smaller notebooks like A6 or pocket-sized are less intimidating and easier to fill out than a journal with too much empty space.
What options are available for undated line-a-day journals?
-Undated diaries from Apica and Midori are available in 3- and 5-year versions, allowing you to start writing whenever.
What is a benefit of simplifying journal entries?
-It's useful for those who find it difficult to write long, detailed accounts of their day and makes journaling more approachable.
Why are journaling tips being provided in this video?
-To help serial notebook abandoners, first-time journalers, and others who struggle to maintain a journal find easy ways to start and stick with it.
Outlines
đ Introduction to Journaling Tips and Motivations
The first paragraph introduces the video's focus on providing tips for starting and maintaining a journal in 2021. It acknowledges common barriers like anxiety over blank pages but promises simple, low-effort solutions. The goal is to make journaling a stress-free experience.
đ Use Line-a-Day Journals to Reduce Writing Anxiety
This paragraph recommends line-a-day journals with small, daily sections to eliminate the stress of filling large blank pages. Both dated and undated varieties are discussed, with pros and cons of starting late in dated versions that already have full years printed.
đ Write in Smaller Notebooks for Less Intimidating Pages
The third paragraph advises using small notebooks, even pocket-sized, to make filling pages more manageable. Specific example A6 and Field Notes sizes are mentioned as less overwhelming than standard A5.
đ Simplify Entries to Quick, Small Updates
Rather than long, detailed accounts, the fourth paragraph suggests brief, simple daily entries about small events that change often. Examples like weather, meals, and hobby progress are provided to reduce writing difficulty.
đš Use Visual instead of Written Journaling
This tip recommends visual journaling by gluing items or drawing quick comics instead of writing entries. Short text plus decorations with washi tape and stickers is also proposed for less intimidating pages.
đ Use Prompts and Topics for Journal Inspiration
The sixth paragraph advises preparing inspiring prompts or topics ahead of time to make it easier to know what to journal about. Ways to capture ideas for later like sticky notes and index cards are also mentioned.
đ Share Your Own Journaling Tips and Tricks
The final paragraph invites viewers to add their personal journaling suggestions in the comments. It also promotes subscribing for more stationery content if maintaining a consistent journal is difficult.
Mindmap
Keywords
đĄjournaling
đĄfear of the blank page
đĄline-a-day journal
đĄdated vs undated journals
đĄsmaller notebooks
đĄsimplifying entries
đĄvisual journaling
đĄjournal prompts
đĄwarm up writing
đĄmaintaining consistency
Highlights
Use a line-a-day journal to avoid feeling overwhelmed by blank pages
Undated line-a-day journals allow flexibility in when you start writing
Smaller notebooks make journaling less intimidating
Simplify entries to quick logs of weather, meals, hobbies etc.
Short, simple entries can warm up your writing habits
Add visual elements like scrapbooking instead of writing
Decorate pages with washi tape and stickers along with short entries
Plan prompts ahead of time to inspire journal entries
Write down prompts on sticky notes to easily move between pages
Overwhelmed blank pages cause journal abandonment
Fear of filling blank pages deters potential journal writers
Consistent, non-stressful methods keep people journaling
Visual journaling works for those who don't like writing
Journal prompt ideas provided to inspire writing
Comment your own journaling tips and ideas
Transcripts
Are you a serial notebook abandoner whoâs going to journal for real this year? Or a first-time newbie who Â
wants to start a diary? No matter what your motivations are, writing in a journal doesnât Â
have to be a process that takes hours. In this video, weâll share five, low-effort ways to start Â
journaling and stick with it in 2021.
Journaling shouldnât be a stressful experience, but many people feel anxious Â
to see an enormous page that has to be filled with writing. If youâve experienced the âfear Â
of the blank pageâ before, youâre not alone. An excellent solution to this problem is to use a Â
special journal that dedicates a page to the same day over successive years. Each day only gets a small, Â
defined space to fill in. You can journal every day without feeling overwhelmed by how much you Â
have to write. As an added bonus, you can read entries from previous years on the same page Â
to see how much youâve grown. Line-a-day journals come in dated Â
and undated varieties. Undated diaries like these by Apica and Midori are available in Â
three- and five-year versions. You can start writing in these diaries whenever you like, Â
though youâll have to write in the year for each entry. Hobonichiâs dated Five-Year Â
Techo has all the dates filled in for you, but starting late will have you skipping pages. Â
Write in smaller notebooks. While weâre talking about the fear of the blank Â
page, this deceptively simple tip can make it easier to write. Rather than using a large journal Â
with too much real estate, downsize to a smaller notebook that is easier to fill. An A6 notebook Â
like this one from Midori is half the size of an A5 notebook. You could even pick up a set of Â
pocket-sized Field Notes to always have on hand. Simplify your entries. Â
Instead of writing out elaborate journal entries, opt for something short Â
and sweet. Itâs also useful for those who find it difficult to write an hourly play-by-play. Â
Choose small events that change frequently. For example, you can keep a simple log of Â
each dayâs weather and meals. If you enjoy crafting, tabletop gaming, or letter writing, Â
you can record brief updates around your hobby. A quick, simple entry is also a great way to Â
warm up your writing muscles. If you feel you have more to say, your journal is already open Â
and you can jump right in!
You donât actually have to write to keep a journal. It might actually be easier to keep consistent entries Â
by turning diaries into visual experiences. Scrapbookers can glue Â
found objects and ephemera into a notebook. Artists can draw simple four Â
panel comics to remember something funny or interesting that happened. Â
You can also write short entries and decorate the rest of the page with washi tape and stickers. Â
If youâre not sure what to write about, a list of journal topics and Â
prompts can be the inspiration you need. Youâll need to plan ahead for this tip, Â
but itâs really easy to do. Just jot down interesting prompts when you see or think of them! Â
Write them down on an index card or sticky note so itâs easy to move the prompts from page to page. Â
To get you started, here are some topic ideas: Â
Just use the ones you like!
Do you have any journaling tips? Let us know in the comments below. Â
Click the card above to watch our How to Journal video for even more ideas.
Or if you're like me, and you struggle to maintain a journal past 3 or 4 days
but you like looking at stationery videos, subscribe. See you next time!
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