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When it comes to journaling, it is important to choose a pen that is easy to use and works for whatever journaling needs come up. As it is an activity that often benefits from different color combinations, line weights, inks, and other qualities of pens, finding a few different options is worth it

Bullet Journals were created to make things easier. If you follow the intent of the creator, then bullet journals are not a waste of time, but a time saver.  Though like most things in life, there are other options if bullet journaling is not for you.

In most cases, parents should refrain from reading their child’s journal. Reading their journal is a violation of trust and undermines healthy communication between parent and child. Parents should only read their child’s journal if they have good reason to be concerned about their immediate safety.

For most people, the thought of journaling brings to mind a teenager scribbling about their high school crush in extreme detail. But if you’ve followed the lives of successful people like Theodore Roosevelt and Benjamin Franklin, you may have noticed something they had in common – journaling.

Whether you are 13, 35, or 55 years old, keeping a journal of your innermost thoughts, fears, and desires is a great way to unburden your mind and make good decisions.  

Keeping and organized journal can be done in a variety of ways, one of the most popular formats is making a bullet journal. However not everyone has time for a bullet journal, so there are simpler ways to stay organized.

Some of the best example journal prompts about daily life include taking note of what you are grateful for, recalling dreams that have stood out to you, or even writing out a budget. There is a huge range of journal examples about daily life that are worth putting additional thought into. 

We all have our reasons for keeping a journal. Some write strictly for personal use while others keep a journal as a learning strategy. Whether you are new to keeping...

Journal writing is personal and unique to the individual, as is the choosing of one’s writing instrument. There has been some argument over whether pens or pencils are the superior...

Choosing just the right paper is so important when it comes to starting a journal. After all, it’s the first brick in the foundation of your journal and picking the...

Journaling is one of the most popular forms of self-help and meditative practices. More recently, future self journaling has become a popular form of journaling. However, some may be conflicted...

Dreams come and go swiftly in the night. When we wake up in the morning remembering bits and pieces of the dream, we may be wondering where they came from, and what we can do to grasp the message they might be trying to deliver to us in our sleep. Recording your dreams in a journal can help you not only hear the messages, but better understand what they mean to your life. Exploring your dreams can get you in touch with your subconscious creativity, and it is fun to explore.