My Journal Obsession

Thursday 4 February 2016





You know how we all those compulsive buying habits when it comes to certain things? I can't resist buying new journals and it became apparent to me lately that it's getting a little excessive. I know a lot of bloggers have this problem too, so I know you'll be able to relate!

So, I actually counted all of the journals I own (all using/used/new) and there are twenty four of them. Most of which I have bought in the last year. Who needs that many journals?! Apparently me.
I usually have at least three different notebooks on my desk with me while I'm blogging. I buy most of my journals through Typo, because I love their designs and the A5 size is perfect to sit of my desk.

Here are the main journals I use:

Fitness Journal
This is a new project that I have started since the new year to keep track of how I'm doing at the gym. I'm basically writing down notes through each month, like what weights I'm using, how long I can plank, and any tips my trainer has given me when I'm working out. It's motivating me to keep working hard and see how much I can improve through the year. 

One Line A Day
I think these became a big thing after a few YouTubers started using them. It's a five year journal, where you just write a sentence a day. Then you can look back the next year and see what you did that day a year ago. I started it at the beginning of 2015 so I already get to see what it was like for me last year, which I'm loving!




Reading Journal: My Bibliofile 
This combines my love of writing with my love of books. It's bliss! You can writes notes about the books you have read, which I love reading back later on. Also, there are sections to write in your favorite quotes and future books to read. I got in from Book Depository if you're interested. 

List Journal
One of my first posts was about different lists that I keep to stay organized, and this is the journal I keep them all in. I write everything from blog post ideas to my packing list for my holiday. I love keeping them all in one journal and going back to them later when I'm stuck for ideas or I've forgotten something. Always thinkin' ahead! 

Travel Journals
These are a necessity for me when I travel because I never want to forget a thing. When I went to America in 2014 I took a journal with me from kikki.K that my friend gave to me on my 21st birthday. The set up in their journals is amazing because they have the normal writing sections, pages for photos, prompts to write about a certain day, and a folder in the back to keep stray tickets etc that you might want to stick in later. I took my Instax camera with me and put together pages as I went. It was a lot of fun to have a project to help me unwind each day. I have a new journal ready to go for my adventure this year! 

Recipe Journal
This is where I write the recipes I want to try, as well as documenting ones I make up myself. I find it really useful to have a notebook handy when I'm doing recipes for my blog so that I can write any tips or tricks I learn along the way. I'd love to make a family recipe book at some point, so this will come in handy for sure!

Blog Journal
One of the most important journals of all! While most of the time I just go onto blogger and start writing a draft, I do start a lot of my early ideas in this journal. I also plan my blog photos in here too, since I've made it a habit to take my photos in bulk. My blog wouldn't be where it is without this little book!

 Looking back, I think the only way I can justify my journal obsession is the fact that I'm quite an organized and sentimental person. We all have our joys, and I personally blame Typo for making journals with such cool covers.

What about you guys? Are you a journal hoarder too?
Let me know what your compulsive buys are in the comments! 
Steph x.




17 comments :

  1. I love writing in a journal and I think I'm definitely going to start a fitness journal. I've been trying to get back into it for ages but I'm struggling with motivation. Hopefully, that'll help! :) xxx

    Sarah / Sarah Smiles

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    1. It's lovely isn't it? I hope it helps! Motivation can be hard sometimes, but you can do it!
      Steph x.

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  2. Loved this post! I recently ordered a journal similar to your one line a day one and can't wait for it to arrive :) A fitness journal is such a good idea xx
    www.chasingbelle23.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. Thanks! I'm really glad you liked it : ) Nice! They're quite fun to write in, the worst thing is remembering to do it each day...I got so bad at that! I hope you like it.
      Steph x.

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  3. Wow that's an impressive amount of journals. I love writing lists and keeping organised but nowadays I do most of that electronically. My one exception though is my blog, I've got a blog journal and I really enjoy updating it :)

    www.thesundaymode.blogspot.com.au

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    1. Haha thanks! It's certainly a problem...but I love it! Nice, do you use any particular apps? Blog journals are the best : )
      Steph x.

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  4. I love journals!!! I really want get that "A line A Day" one, just not sure if I will be able to commit :)

    -Leta | The Nerdy Me

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    1. Yay! Yeah, I've honestly sat at my desk wracking my brain to think of what I did the week before because I forgot to write for two weeks lol but now that I've done a year I'm much better at it.
      Steph x.

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  5. Your journals look so pretty! I also have way to many notepads/list books/idea books too and am constantly writing notes for the blog, ideas for videos or just random thoughts that need to be on paper apparently! :p My mother in law got me a book journal last year and I love it! I've also kept a diary since 2003, it's not an interesting one just literally what I do each day but being a creature of habit, every year even when I think I don't need to get a new one this year, I always do! :p Now you're going to have me looking up more! :)

    Kelly x |~ SweetIsAlwaysInStyle || Lifestyle Blog ~

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    1. Thanks! Glad to know there's someone else who does this. That's such a cool gift idea! I love mine : ) I love reading those journals back though, some of my ones from university are hilarious.
      Steph x.

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  6. Hahaa it's good to know i'm not alone x

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    1. Nope not at all! Self-proclaimed journal addict right here : )
      Steph x.

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  7. I love journalling, it's a really important outlet for me plus I love looking back on my thoughts/feelings! I just have one notebook though, I love that you have so many for different topics!

    SinĂ©ad ♥ fabuleuse, toujours ♥

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    1. It's great isn't it? That's probably healthier! I think I have too much going on in my brain for just one, but it can be such a great way to unwind.
      Steph x.

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  8. I love keeping a list journal with me at all times! It's a super good way to keep organised and on top of things :)

    Kathy xx
    www.alongcamekathy.blogspot.com

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    1. It's great isn't it? I'm glad you think so too!
      Steph x.

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  9. Awh all these journals are amazing. I am really struggling to use a journal. I like the idea and have loads but never seem to use them. :( x

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