Cozy Fall Journaling for Everyone
Changing Leaves, Changing Notebooks
Everything that reminds me of journaling also reminds me of fall types of things. This may be the best season for grabbing a notebook and getting ready to write.
Hot beverages.
Warm blankets.
Crisp mornings.
Sunlight in windows.
Nanowrimo.
Brain-dumping worries.
Moving a little bit slower in life as we get ready for winter.
Thinking about how the goals for the year are going so far.
Getting ready to think about goals for the new year.
Whether you like the fall for the football, changing leaves, or pumpkin spice lattes, journaling has a place in everyday routine. This post is an ode to fall journaling. Think of it like a fall journaling toolkit. These are all easy things you can add to your journaling routine to get the most out of fall. Included in this post, you will find an update on my fall journaling routine, cozy fall music links to set the vibe, fun accessories and stickers, and reflective prompts to get you thinking.
My Current Journals
Archer & Olive B6 Notebook (Fall Collection 2022)
Passion Planner 2022-2023 Academic Weekly Planner Hardcover Haven Hills
Chic Sparrow Creme Creme Brulee B6 Leather Cover
Chic Sparrow Creme Creme Brulee A5 Leather Cover
I LOVE my current journaling setup. I do all of my planning and big projects in my Passion Planner. I am also trying to focus on putting all of my to-do lists in my Passion Planner. The weekly setup has been extremely helpful with keeping track of my new job as a literacy coach and setting up meetings. I am using my B6 notebook as a wellness and worry journal. I added in some inserts to do some blog brainstorming and drawing. All of the journals and inserts are dedicated to fueling my passions and making me happier as a person. You could say my B6 journal is my happy journal.
Fall Journal Inspiration
This is an archive of all of my favorite journal images from September and October in the past few years. You can see I have changed my style of notebook and planning method a few times. I really liked the Passion Planner Daily setup when I was pregnant because I could take things one day at a time. Last fall is when I discovered the leather traveler’s notebook covers from Chic Sparrow and started to use an insert system to supplement my other notebooks.
Find Your Background Music
Splurge on Accessories
Leather journal covers for notebooks of all sizes
Pen pouches
Journaling pouch from Archer & Olive’s fall collection (It fits an A5 and a B6!)
Journal charms
Pencils, markers, pens, and more
Grab Seasonal Stickers
Get Reflective with Prompts
Areas to think about:
HEALTH/ACTIVITY
GRATITUDES
HABITS
TIME MANAGEMENT
MEMORIES/LESSONS LEARNED
MUSIC/BOOKS/PODCASTS
WORK GOALs
PERSONAL GOALS
SAVINGS GOALS
MOOD/MINDSET
When would you like to make time for reflection? Examples: morning, afternoon, evening, bedtime, etc
What memories define you as a person?
What experiences do you not like to bring up?
What areas of life are you happy with?
What areas of your life do you wish for improvement?
“Some advice I would give myself is…”
“I smiled today when…”
“I am grateful for…”
“The last time I belly-laughed was…”
“My favorite childhood memory was…”
“I would describe myself as…”
“From 5 years ago, I have changed by…”
“From 10 years ago, I have changed by…”
“Something I regret is…”
“The last time I celebrated was…”
"As a child, I loved to..."
"A memory that will always stay with me is..."
"As a child, I remember imagining..."
"When I think of animals, I remember..."
"When I think of school, I remember..."
"People always say I am..."
"Some beliefs and values that guide my life are..."
"I got my sense of right and wrong from..."
"A mistake I remember making as a kid was..."
"As a teenager, the things I thought were important were..."
"I always feel..."
"A time when I surprised myself was..."
"One time when I was brave, I..."
"One time when I was joyful, I..."
"I cry thinking about..."