r/Journaling

I mentioned this in a comment on another post, but the “hipster PDA” I’ve carried around for twenty years has quickly become a micro journal as of late.

When I joined this subreddit, I was deep in a journal kick— I had multiple journals for multiple subjects, just like I’d done since childhood. But it never lasted. I’d get overwhelmed, leave them half-empty, then feel like a failure. So at the ripe age of 27, I finally figured out what works for me & pivoted: my art diary (meant for just deeply personal feelings) became my everything journal. As it's the only journal that promotes low structure— & therefore way less pressure to use. No more "this is for abc" & "this is for xyz"! If I want to write something down & I need lined paper, I just get a spare & tape or glue it in said journal.

Does anyone feel similarly? Or is my brain structure just inherently disorganized? It's odd this works for me given that everything I do is methodical & organized. You'd figure my journaling would be just as organized, but no, I need chaos apparently!

Elena received one Eng word machine from her aunt this week!

I was so moved by the ZXMOTO’s two wins in the WorldSSP! I should learn from this story and trace my own dream as well! (So… what is my dream then? )

This is my 40 year anniversary of journaling. My goal is to start incorporating old pages, photos and ephemera from that period into my current journal, spend a little time looking back, reflecting, or clarifying my past. ❤️ How long have you been journaling and do you ever bring anything forward from old journals into new ones? Also open to ideas, I find you all very inspiring!!!! Thank you 😀

I've been journaling for about half a year now! It really does make me feel better.

I recently saw a post that I think was in r/Journaling about experiencing pain while writing. In the post the redditor remarked about how the edge of their notebook was causing discomfort. I never got around to commenting on the post and cannot find it now so I am just going to do a general post.

I recently started a new lay flat notebook. At the moment the right page is about 2cm above the desktop. Without support my wrist and forearm can press against the edge of the notebook while I write and it quickly becomes uncomfortable. I place a combination of notebooks and regular books around the edge of the area my arm will lay to support my arm and keep it level (see image 2 & 3). By keeping my arm level with the writing surface I can write pain free