In addition to school and work, I often find myself short on extra time to journal purely for the point of remembering important things! I do keep a second notebook just for journaling but I sometimes go weeks without an entry, but I desperately wanted a way to hold onto my memories. There are so many positives to journaling like clarifying your thoughts and feelings, reducing anxiety, increased ability to problem solve efficiently and evoking a sense of mindfulness. Here are the ways I work ...
About Meaghan Gorhan
How I Use My Bullet Journal for Mental Health
College seems to be infamous for burnout and high stress levels. It seems that the expectations on college studies are higher than ever before. I felt that pressure during my first year of university, and it was this pressure that made my bullet journal such an invaluable resource when I finally discovered it. With September rolling in quickly, I have been reviewing how I use my bullet journal for mental health and self-care during the school year. Let me tell you, some were life changing for ...
Adding Artwork to your Bullet Journal
Bullet journals have gone from a simple planning tool to stunning works of art. It seems that every major bullet journal social media account is lined with beautiful spreads. This can be extremely intimidating! I would not consider myself to be an artist, however I do enjoy creating pretty spreads. Here are a few ways I go about adding simple beauty to my bullet journal. Florals Very simple and so customizable! Adding flowers, vines, and leaves is a simple and quick way to add small ...
Reawaken Your Bullet Journal
I started bullet journaling in January of 2016, during my second semester of university. It was great for me, it helped me manage my study and work time while also including time for personal development and self-care. The way it positively affected my grades was also a massive bonus, taking me from a 2.8 GPA in my first semester, to a 3.5 in my second semester. But then final exams and summer jobs rolled around, and I fell off the wagon. It wasn’t until I began planning my wedding ...