Introduction to Journaling for Beginners

Journaling
Written By Stephanie Hampton

New to Journaling? Look Here!

Interested in using any notebook or journal to make life more positive? I have found that people use a notebook or journal for six different reasons: productivity or planning, expressing emotions or feelings, reflection, setting goals, learning something new, and getting inspired. The best part about journaling is that you can design a system that works for you. You do not have to have the perfect planner-you can create one! You do not have to wait to find joy-it can be found within the pages of your notebook! This post offers a basic introduction to the WHY behind journaling and also an overview of how to SETUP your notebook to get you off on the right track. You can choose how you learn throughout the post: 1.) Watch the Youtube video 2.) Review the Google Slides presentation on your own 3.) Listen to me walk you through the presentation through the Loom link.

YouTube Introduction

Google Slides Entire Presentation

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“Choose a Journaling System That Works for You”

“100+ Ideas for Any Blank Notebook”

“Journaling the Things You Love”

“Journaling to Plan Your Week”

Writing Mindset Reflection: What is the hardest part about starting a new notebook or journal? What system do you like the best?

Stephanie Hampton

A dedicated educator with over a decade of experience in public education, specializing in English Language Arts, writing instruction, and using mentor texts in the classroom. Stephanie currently works as an educational consultant. When she isn’t talking about teaching, she is with her family, spending time journaling, and enjoying a fresh cup of coffee.

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