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For The Love of Journaling

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I love to journal! Journaling is a simple yet powerful practice that helps me process emotions, spark creativity, and track personal growth over time. Whether you're brand new to journaling or looking to deepen your routine, this list includes everyt...
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Journaling Supplies

Having the right supplies can make journaling feel more inviting and enjoyable, whether you're using a sleek notebook or colorful pens. This section includes some of my favorite tools that help turn journaling into a daily ritual rather than just ano...

 
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The thing I love about this little date stamp is that you can create a mini journal entry with each stamp, changing up the mood and weather options.
Midori Paintable Rotating Date Stamp - Flowers
 
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I love that this pretty Hillfolk journal is a simple craft kit that lets your hand-embroider the cover.
Hillfolk Embroidered Journal Kit- Includes Prepunched 5" X 8.25" Journal With Lined Pages, Embroidery Floss, Needle And Instructions. Makes One 5" X 8.25" Journal.
 
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Junk journaling is a way to get inspired by everyday objects and decorations added to your journal. I used to always collect ticket stubs, inspiring phots, and pressed flowers to add to my journals. If you're looking for a jumpstart to your ephemera,...
Vintage Journal Ephemera Bundle 50+ Items, Junk Journal Paper kit, Scrapbooking Bundle, Vintage book pages bundle, vintage Ephemera Kit
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This handy little quilted bedside caddy is actually made of recycled sari fabric.
Re-purposed Quilted Sari Bedside Caddy
 
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These journal pouches come in several sizes of popular standard journals and you can pick the fabric you want. Good to keep all your journaling supplies organized.
Planner + Journal Pouch - You Choose Your Fabric and Pouch Size Made By Patti @BirdOnTheRiver
 
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I have two favorite pens that I use. Pilot Frixion is one of them. They're erasable gel ink pens, and they're great for everyday writing like list journals. The only thing you have to remember with them is that whatever you write can't get too hot as...
Pilot FriXion ColorSticks Erasable Gel Ink Pens, Fine Point, Assorted Ink, 10 Count
 
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My other favorite pen, for a bolder line is the PaperMate Ink Joy ballpoint pen. Very smooth writing.
Paper Mate InkJoy 700RT Black Ink Pens 12ct
 
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Love this beautiful modern abstract flower journal from Paper Source, and I specifically love how you can customize the interior to the style you want and exterior with your name.
Abstract Floral Custom Journal
 
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I love a guided journal, and this Bucket List journal has tons of fun prompts to guide you in envisioning your future.
The Bucket List Journal: Plan a Lifetime of Adventures and Memories|Item
 
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This specially lined journal is designed to help you keep track of goals.
Rhodia Goalbook - Softcover Raspberry
 
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A beach-themed reading journal? Yes, please!
Reading Journal - Beach
 
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Journaling can take all different forms, including art journals and collage journals. This Etsy shop has some really cute junk journaling supplies.
Whimsical House Junk Journal Ephemera, Scrapbook Kit, House Shaped Diecuts, Scrapbooking, Stickers, Cardmaking, Collage
 
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This unique junk journal uses a bunch of different types of paper so that every page will be unique.
9" x 7" JUNQUE JOURNAL - For Art Journaling, Scrapbooking, Junk Planner, Creative Life Planning
 
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For everyday writing, I love Kokuyo's soft spiral notebooks. The paper is so smooth, and the spiral is squishy and goes all the way around, so the notebook easily flips over and doesn't block your writing hand.
Campus Soft Ring Notebook Light Blue
 
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Etsy has so many cute sticker sheet options!
Bakery Cats Sticker Sheet, cute adorable playful cats with pastries and bread, stickers for journaling, penpal, laptop, water bottle
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Writing Prompts to Get Your Creative Juice Flowing

Sometimes the hardest part is knowing what to write, which is where thoughtful prompts come in. These ideas are designed to help you reflect, grow, and get unstuck when you're staring at a blank page.

 
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This site has a great list of daily gratitude journaling prompts!
Daily Questions - Grateful.org
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There are some fun, creative journaling prompts on this thing.
90 Journal Prompts You Haven’t Heard Before
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This blog has some nice, quick journaling prompts to get your juices flowing.
Journaling Prompts I Swear By to Manage My Emotions
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Get your writing prompts built in with a guided journal.
All About Me: The Story of Your Life: Guided Journal | Hardcover
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Guided journals come in just about any subject you could wish for. This anxiety guided journal is a perfect match as journaling is a great exercise to deal with managing your anxious thoughts.
The Anxiety Journal: Exercises to Soothe Stress and Eliminate Anxiety Wherever You Are : A Guided Journal|Other Format
 
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The “one question a day” format is a really nice, gentle, low-pressure way to start a journaling practice.
One Question a Day for Self-Care: A Three-Year Journal: Daily Check-Ins for Emotional Well-Being
 
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The “Wreck This” journal line is designed to help you get over any writing block and let your creativity go wild without worrying about the end product. There are quite a few to choose from to get started.
Wreck This Journal (Black) Expanded Edition | Paperback

The Benefits of Journaling

ChatGPT said: Journaling helps clarify your thoughts and emotions, making it easier to understand yourself and manage stress. It can boost mental health by providing a safe outlet for processing difficult experiences or tracking personal growth. Over...

 
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There have been so many studies showing all the benefits of journaling. This article focuses on students, but it's beneficial for everyone!
10 Ways Journaling Benefits Students | USAHS
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Journaling can be a boost for both your mental and even physical health.
5 Benefits of Journaling for Mental Health
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This quick article has great ideas for different types of journals to start and the benefits of the practice of journaling overall.
Why everyone should keep a journal — 7 surprising benefits | Kaiser Permanente
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