Beyond ‘Dear Diary’: Creative Journaling Ideas for Every Day

Are you feeling stuck with the same old 'Dear Diary' entries in your journal? Or perhaps you're new to (daily) journaling and wondering what to write about in your journal each day? I may be able to help…
In this video, I share the mindset shift that transformed my journaling from monotonous day-to-day summaries to a rich and creative exploration of my life.
I also share an array of creative journal prompts and show examples from my own journals which will hopefully help you to transform your journaling practice into a more fun and engaging experience.
Please comment below your favorite prompt or any new journaling ideas you're inspired to try.
Happy Journaling!
00:00 Introduction: The Problem with 'Dear Diary' Entries
02:58 A Mindset Shift For A Richer Journaling Experience
03:25 Journaling Through the Five Senses
06:06 Capturing Outfits and Fashion in Your Journal
08:09 Journaling About Your Home and Wishlists
10:39 Visualizing Your Mood and Emotions
12:24 Incorporating Old Photos and Memories
15:07 Focusing on Other People in Your Life
17:40 Using a Single Word as a Journaling Prompt
18:39 Conclusion
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[@susanpalm-roberts3336]

very inspiring and awesome ideas to reflect on. thank you

[@MaikeOatley]

I am glad to hear that this resonated with you! Thank you for watching!

[@pamjournalcreate]

What i great concept, that we only journal the plot and should journal about everything else… maybe thats what is missing from my journaling… thanks ✨

[@MaikeOatley]

I’m glad this resonates with you Pam! Happy journaling 💖

[@38k25m]

i hope you know that THIS IS AMAZING. it is SO HELPFUL! i’ve been journaling for years but you literally inspired me. sometimes i think the word inspire doesn’t capture what i mean but i mean i literally want to get out of bed and do each of these right now. maybe i need to say you inspired me times ten! thankyou for posting this 🙏🙏

[@MaikeOatley]

Oh thank you, that’s so sweet of you! And it makes my heart so happy to know that this video resonates with you!

[@AnniemalPlanet]

So, so, so cuuute!!! 💖

[@MaikeOatley]

Thank you :) Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@Wholelatteplans]

I have been feeling like my journaling is boring so this came at such a perfect time!!! These are such great ideas and such a great way to think about writing our stories. When you said imagine your life is a novel, I thought about how my favorite authors write and embodying that romantic poetic style too. I really love this!! Thank you ❤and I always love seeing your journals!! I would love flip throughs with you telling us what inks you used 🤓🫶🏻

[@MaikeOatley]

Thank you Elyse! I'm happy to hear that this approach resonates with you. And I made a note to do a flip through soon and to talk about inks :)

[@leslieinglis6949]

Aww it makes my heart smile to hear you enjoyed my comment on the February Collection 🥰 thank you for sharing, your videos are inspiring I'm trying to re-kindle a daily journaling habit in my hibino it's nice to have more suggestions to help fill up my notebook! 💕

[@MaikeOatley]

Im so glad to hear you enjoyed the video and I hope you find ways to fill your Hibino that are fun and meaningful to you 🌼

[@apaperylife2096]

Wonderful ideas! Thank you! I love the approach of using your 5 senses as a guide 🙌🏼

[@MaikeOatley]

Thank you! So glad you enjoyed the video!

[@andreaorourke]

Thank you so much!! I was reflecting on my week’s journaling just yesterday that here we go again, I was starting the sentence with We went or We did again and again. This is perfect timing for me. Great ideas 😊😊

[@MaikeOatley]

I’m glad to hear this video came at an opportune time for you ☺️

[@marion5641]

Your journals are so inspiring !

[@MaikeOatley]

Thank you Marion 🌼 That’s kind of you to say.

[@user-ry3bh2rn6z]

Thank you for the inspiration.

[@MaikeOatley]

You're so welcome :) I'm glad it's helpful!

[@RachelWrites]

I love these ideas! such a good video. :)

[@MaikeOatley]

Thank you so much Rachel! That’s encouraging to hear ☺️

[@kavettahulse]

Did you get your lost journals back from the airline?

[@MaikeOatley]

I have not, unfortunately 😕