A little over a decade ago I started consistently journaling. This is how it all began for me after leaving so many unfinished notebooks abandoned in desk drawers. Starting to journal consistently was different than staying consistent though so in this video I'll share with you what it took to start journaling consistently and then dive into how I've stayed consistent for over a decade.
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My Favorite Notebooks
Field Notes: https://fieldnotesbrand.com?aff=63
Lochby Pocket Planner: https://www.lochby.com/woirmz
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My Favorite Notebook Systems:
Paper Republic: https://www.paper-republic.com/
Lochby Pocket Journal: https://www.lochby.com/hrwz6u
Craft and Lore: https://craftandlore.com/products/northwestward-field-notes
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LAMY Safari Rollerball: https://amzn.to/42yC4dr
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Timestamps
0:00 Intro
1:39 The Lost Art of the Lament
4:48 What if Someone Finds My Journal?
6:41 The Early Years of Daily Journaling
8:29 Finding Freedom in Consistency
9:42 How the Pandemic Changed My Journaling
11:44 Filling Notebooks with Ease
13:12 How I Get the Pen Moving
14:10 Final Thoughts