New Journal – who dis?

Journal update – I moved to a new notebook halfway through the year. Typically I move every 5 months but April was a month of avoidance for me which meant the notebook lasted longer. Yay? Sorry it’s coming at you so late.

This is the same style/brand as my prior 2022 notebook. A dotted notebook from Shop AmandaRachLee with a sticker from Carlations and Amazon. When the notebooks went on sale last year I made sure to pick up a few matching ones to define my years better.

The first few pages are set aside for inspiration. This journal switchover happened around the same time as I left my previous job. The one I’d loved so much for the last 9 years that had finally broke my heart one too many times. That feeling is really heavy-handed with these inspirational quotes about moving on and images of growth.

While the emotion is pretty intense, I am proud of how those turned out. Looking back at them reminds me that I am on the right path even if change is hard. My monthly spreads are much less emotionally charged but I do believe they signify the happiness I am finding.

I have been having fun with the decorating and and add-ons. I used to avoid getting too creative visually due to my desire to just write write write. However, taking the time at the beginning of the month to just breathe and think about what is coming up has been nice. Since this is also where I keep my tarot readings it has been fun to include other spreads that focus my energy.

There you have it. My journal progress over the last few months. I primarily use the notebook for weekly task lists, notes for everything I encounter, tarot reading, and as an emotional outlet when I am stressed. For things like long term planning, JKD training, and finances I use Notion as a digital notebook.