Focused & Intentional Journaling for Beginner and Advanced

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Journaling is the most therapeutic tool. And yes better than any therapy.

Why?

Well, the reasons are countless.

Journaling has truly changed my life.

If you are just starting then you have made a life-changing decision.

Because you are now ready to explore yourself which will help in your personal as well as professional life.

Let me highlight some of the journaling benefits.

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Journaling Basics

Journaling will keep your stress low as you will emptying your brain, channeling the thoughts.

You will get the mental clarity in every domain of your life be it health, wealth, or relations.

Through journaling, you will be able to self-reflect which will make you a better decision-maker.

This is my favorite tool for visualization and I use it for manifestation

Best to set and get goals.

Journaling will spark your creativity and you will get creative ideas.

It can make become your best friend in the period of grief

You become more content and feel more fulfillment through gratitude journaling.

These were just a few benefits.

And trust me I can never do justice to what journaling is capable of.

Let’s dig into the basics: First of all you need to be particular about time.

Time for focused journaling:

There is no fixed rule but I will suggest you journal either in the morning or right before hitting the bed.

These are the times when your subconscious mind is most active.

Environment for intentional journaling:

Thus, you will enjoy more freedom of connecting with your higher self.

Another ninja tip is to choose your environment wisely.

I would recommend you to be particular about the setting. Find a cool quiet place.

Setting for focused journaling:

The importance of setting is directly related to the type of journaling method you choose.

Now you need to know that there are several types of journals.

Several journals mean several ways.

Don’t get confused here.

Types of Journals

You might think which type of journaling method you should be using then it depends on what you want to achieve the most.

Your purpose has to align with the method you use.

I am a fan of manifesting journaling where I manifest creative ideas and goals. I also do journaling for gratitude.

If you do not know my story and relation with journaling then here is the short essence:

Triple G’s technique (Goal, Grief, and Gratitude) transformed me afterlife had shattered my soul a couple of years ago.

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So the point here is. Find what you want to achieve (it can be just for fun or for specific results) and then pick the type of journaling.

So let’s get started. But before that:

Here Are Some Related Massively-Transformative Resources Which Will Ever Need.

1# Writing Journal

Writing a journal helps the writers when they experience writer block.

You do not have to be an aspiring writer for keeping this type of journal.

If you talk about me then I have been into short stories and short novels since 13.

Many typically suggest you keep this writing journal for rough drafts where you push your thoughts without judgment.

This idea of writing your thoughts without thinking is useful for creative writers and songwriters.

If you intend to do it for your professional writing then inking out the prompts also helps.

I personally had this writing journal back in high school where I used writing journals in a particular way.

I used to name it my observation journal.

Where I used to write everything I observed . . . every little detail.

After a few times of jogging my observation I also realized that it pushed me more towards gratitude.

Because my conscious observations used to force me into focusing on how a particular bird flapped its wings.

How a branch of a tree was abandoned from the rest of its fellows.

I used to write mundane interactions with people out which I later drafted several character traits for my characters.

Observe around you. It is powerful.

Even if you intend to do nothing with the observation.

Our short term memory is extremely unreliable.

And to counter this unreliability, one can make use of writing journals.

You will feel as if so many years are added to your life. As you will experience even small things!

Thousands of living beings are floating around you, and trust me. Each one has a story to tell.

2# Bullet Journal

I can see the trend of bullet journals floating across the internet! So hello list lovers.

This type of journaling is best for people who want to have several records and all in one place.

Have you been there when your to-do list gets floated to . . . you do not know where!

A bullet journal is an asset where you have all the potential ideas for execution.

There can be bullet journals for the smallest things like a grocery list.

If you have been bullet journaling on paper then how satisfying it is to strike bullet points with favorite colored markers.

This journaling turns out to be visually appealing, especially if you color codes the list.

If you are looking for a practical way of organizing your life through action plans then this article has got you covered.

3# Dream Journal

Back in my university, I remember there was a free-elective about dream interpretation.

I did not take it due to other course requirements. But my friends did.

The fun part was that they were required to maintain a dream journal throughout the semester and it was counted as their semester project.

l LOVED THE IDEA.

Little did I know at that time that people practically maintain this type of journal throughout the world!

You will not agree more that people experience vivid dreams.

But do you know what happens to these clear dream flashes as soon as they wake up and hardly brush their teeth?

All gone. Completely wiped out. A mesh happens.

One can not even recall the order.

Why?

Because by this time the dream turns into a mesh. Just like any unrecognizable dish which is a blend of all cuisines!

If you value your dreams then write them. Some people get messages in their dreams. Some get ideas that can be later analyzed.

Some just meet people who no longer exist in reality, as I do.

Oh God, while writing this post, now I am realizing how many types of journaling I am practicing!

By far All.

If you talk about me then I do not write every dream. But I only write dreams where I meet my dad.

I FEEL HEALED. I FEEL JOYOUS.

4# Food Journal

Okay, finally a journal that I do not keep. But my mom has this one.

The recipes in them are more than 20 years old now! Woah.

If you are a foodie then this can be extremely helpful for inking your top tested recipes.

Moreover this food journal can best serve you if you are following a specific diet.

You can dedicate the whole journal with the recipes of a particular diet plan. Is it the best helper for achieving fitness goals!?

5# Travel Journal

You are a traveler and you do not journal? Very less likely.

It truly is a fantastic resource where you can write about the place you visit.

I plan to make it worth getting printable for a travel journal (so watch out for it by being my email friend).

The place you visit, the food you had, airlines you tried . . . everything is worth remembering.

Memories which will treasure for life.

Imagine how you will feel when you will go through your travel journal and relive the moments.

It will also serve as a great guide for your future generation!

6# Art Journal

Any art people here? People who get inspired by art or inspire art!?

Great, I can see you reading this. So what is an art journal?

It is your asset that you keep all creative and valuable ideas the same.

This is the place that will inspire your original masterpieces.

If you visit art exhibitions and different museums for inspiration and appreciation then this art journal can come in handy.

Write down all your experiences.

7# Reading Journal

If you are a bookworm then you should try keeping a reading journal.

You might have lost the count of the books you read and the feelings you felt at the time of reading it.

Why not keep it all locked up?

You can pour your thoughts on the book and what resonated with you.

The best thing which you can do is to write your favorite quotes down. The ones which directly spoke to your soul.

8# Gratitude Journal

This one is the most common journal. It might be the first type of journal which pops up in your head when we are talking about journaling for beginners.

Through gratitude journaling we open our hearts for receiving more.

People do it every day for a fulfilling life and indeed it’s a great way of keeping you happy.

I have never done gratitude journaling in a typical way. Rather in my triple G’s journaling technique, I teach how to go beyond gratitude.

There can be times in life where it has hit you so hard.

The times when you questioned how can I be grateful when I am experiencing this all?

I have been through that. Been through the worst.

Thus, I can feel you. With my journaling technique, you teach gratitude that is not forceful.

I teach gratitude which will attract a better future.

I have learned the hard way but you can surely take the advantageous seat

9# Project Journal

If DIY projects are your thing then you can log about the different projects which you have worked on.

You can even paste pictures of your projects onto your journal for self-appreciation.

10# Garden Journal

This gardening journal also comes under a hobby journal.

You can write about gardening tips and the plant which you aim to grow next season.

11# Pocket Journal

Have you ever kept a pocket journal especially when you need to remember anything?

I remember this used to be a must-have item when used to deliver project presentations.

This is not a typical journal which you fill in daily.

Rather it is solely dedicated for carrying around to note recalled something important or to log something vital.

12# Workout Journal

Health is wealth. If you are one a fitness journey, then a workout journal can surely serve.

It will surely help with the progress you make.

You can document all the milestones which you accomplish each week.

It will give you a sense of accomplishment. It will move you towards your goal with ease.

This reflection will further help to trace back any plateaus.

13# Pregnancy journal

Many women love to keep pregnancy journals for several reasons.

They use it for writing their feelings and also different symptoms.

14# Junk Journal

Then there is this junk journal. In my Triple G’s technique it gets covered in that G for grief.

Life is bound to hit you.

You have to slap it off. In the worst of your moods, stressful seasons and heart-wrenching times, practice junk journaling.

This is an outlet where you get the things out so they do not continue to float around in your head.

Holding on to certain emotions and tensions is an awful way.

15# Creativity Journal

I love this! I can not stress enough. The thing is we all are unaware of our true potential.

We have all the answers within us.

It is just that we need to find them. If you think that I am getting all philosophical here then I am not.

It is pretty much scientific.

There is brain coherence. I specially teach creativity techniques in the Goal section of my Triple G’s technique.

And I get creative links among all the domains of my life.

I can reach solutions in no time when I deploy certain techniques in a creativity journal.

You should also resort to your journal for creative ideas not just for writing them but finding them as well.

I have seen typically people reach out to a journal for inking an idea.

But it is the opposite for me.

I go there to find ideas through certain techniques!

Whichever approach suits you, just maximize your creativity.

Trust me, if you say that you are not creative then I do not trust you.

16# Poetry Journal

Are you a poetry lover?

Maintain a journal then.

Let it flow on paper what floats in your head.

You never know when you can turn into a beautiful song!

Final words for When Starting Your Journal

There are so many other types of journals but these are the most common ones.

Choose which every journal type resonates with you. And you can choose to keep as many journals as you can.

You must be aware that I do practice most types of journaling.

If we talk about Triple G’s technique then all my goals, grief, and gratitude reside in one journal.

Whereas my dream and observation journal is different.

As a beginner you do not have to over-analyze things.

There is no right and wrong.

There are just different ways of doing things.

Some can give you maximum benefit some can not as it all depends on the intention.

I will suggest that you do not overwhelm yourself with so many types. Go slow.

This journal journey is for enjoyment, fulfillment, and happiness.

Please wait. Before going, talk to me and tell me which type you intend to try.

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