HOW TO START A NEW JOURNAL to support WELLBEING. Suitable for beginners too!

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

*Are you starting a new journal for 2021? What are you going to do for yours??*

[@angelbabesuz1612]

I have no idea, I'm brain dead right now! 🙄

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

@@angelbabesuz1612 Oh no... rest and ponder then dear one till it's time!! xx

[@angelbabesuz1612]

@@theunexpectedgypsy Did you see my other comment Wendy? xx

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

@@angelbabesuz1612 yes just replied xxxx

[@waywardpelican]

Yes. The ideas are churning. Thank you for this video.

[@louisedesilets]

Thank you Wendy. I will started a journal 2021. This will be the first journal of my 73 years life. Now or never. I really enjoy your video. See you soon.

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Wow ! That's amazing! I'm celebrating you and wishing you happy journaling xxx

[@louisedesilets]

@@theunexpectedgypsy Thank you! Louise xxx

[@2ancient2define97]

No better time than NOW. Go for it and in-joy!! Soooooo happy for you 💕

[@littlebirdie2]

@Louise Desilets Me, too! I’m 68;)) We can definitely do this & enjoy,benefit so much. I’m feeling very good about this. -Terry Y.

[@sophiafarah8246]

I love your prompts! Kudos to you!! I definitely want more soul searching as well. Your definitely right about practicing gratefulness. Self care is so important. Thank you for your inspiring gentle spirit.

[@user-ph4mg1mh9c]

This lady could be Tinkerbell’s fairy godmother 🧚🏻

[@te9591]

This lady could be the fairy godmother to the fairy godmother of cinderella.

[@BubblegumFunk]

So true ❤️

[@traceysartandcraft]

Journaling has helped to pull me out of severe mental illness and now I'm becoming a more positive person. I highly recommend.

[@sonyalum1027]

Yes, writing does her everyone

[@clarissamck]

Blessings on your journey. I’m so glad to hear that because you deserve to be happy. God bless😇🙏🏼

[@wonderlust1308]

I’ve only started and it already made me more mindful, present, and at peace 😌 I love it.

[@lemon1653]

How? What kind of journaling did you do? I don’t understand how this works yet. Journaling just feels awkward to me, but I would like it to change.

[@sage5530]

what about it specifically helped you? i'm trying to do the same and maybe it will help me!

[@aicha9889]

im only 6 minutes in but im already appreciating the fact youtube recommended you to me 😭🥺♥️

[@whichcraftnow]

I found myself slowly falling out of creativity over the past couple of years- to the point of not creating at all. The less creative I am, the more depressed and anxious I become. Then stopping altogether, because I had so many ideas built up, it felt too overwhelming to even begin. Finding your channel and being granted access to your loving spirit and creative process has sparked something in me that I haven't felt in entirely too long. A longing to create ANYTHING, and to just simply begin. So I did. Got myself a journal a couple weeks ago (never really kept one before) and all the bits and scraps of pretty papers that I've hoarded through the years began to crawl out from their drawer space. I simply began- and now I can't stop. My crochet hooks have reappeared, the acrylic paint was dry, so i replaced it with watercolor so i can learn something new, and a journalis SO much more fun to create art in than anything else I've tried. It gives me the permission to accept whatever comes without agonizing over beginning on blank canvas. I've accepted that having multiple projects going on at once doesn't have to be stressful. It can be absolutely blissful after such a lengthy break. This year has been the craziest year in my 4(ish) decades. You are teaching me HOW to journal. Your channel showed up in my feed at the most perfect time. You have inadvertently helped me more than you could ever possibly imagine, and I thank you for that. Truly.

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Wow, you have just made my evening... so heartwarmed by your beautiful words. I am so glad you have found your way to accepting your unique way into creativity. xxxx Much love and thanks for being here. x

[@janetpatience3899]

I so relate with what you wrote. Thank you for writing that - it helped me out a lot today and good luck to us both!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

I know exactly what you mean, so good to read about your journey back to creativity. I find that if I don’t do something creative every day I sink into depression. That’s why I’ve started my own channel and making videos of what I paint, in order to keep me painting regularly, and to bring some meaning into my life, as well as helping others. Bravo.

[@aaronying4989]

Your comment was really relatable and inspiring. I agree and felt same !!

[@whichcraftnow]

I'm so happy to know that my newfound inspiration has helped even one human. Still journaling, and it has led me to feel motivated enough to completely transform our living environment. Being surrounded by clutter is beyond overwhelming for me. Our garage is a nightmare, and my craft room could no longer even be called that anymore. It was becoming a catch all for everything in the house. In my journal, I started a wish list, and have been checking stuff off one by one. Thought about putting the process up on my youtube channel, but it felt too personal...like the beginning of a new chapter with only the firstdraft written. Once it's finally close to finished, I will be doing a tour...complete with before and afters. It's such an invigorating feeling to feel this way again after so many years. Of all of the youtybers that I follow, I have only the unexpected gypsy to thank. She is more of an inspiration than she could even imagine. I've cried genuine tears of gratitude for her. It is ruly a blessing to be invited into her life every week. Not many people are as genuine as she appears to be. I'm so very thankful. If you're struggling as I have been, try starting a creativity /organization wishlist. Even if it seems overwhelming, evenifyouthinkyou can'taffordwhat you truly want.... My mom always says that the only way to eat an elephant is one bite at a time. We can absolutely DO this!! Blessings to you all ❤

[@amyallen4459]

That "how to become your own best friend" quote. Ugh, had to write it in my journal. Encore.

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Such a good one yes!!! Xxxx

[@sheilaghwhite6701]

Loved this video, there must be something in the air today. I was awake most of the night and was thinking about 2021 and maybe journalling next year. I come to KZbin and what do I find? You and your wonderful journals. I’m more than inspired, I’m excited and got butterflies, that’s never happened before. Looking through the comments, I noticed there are women in my age group, all planning on journalling 2021. There must be a strong vibe linked to your channel. For years I have sat with beautiful notebooks, large sketch books, needing to journal. It never happened, I was always too scared to make a mess (my writing is atrocious) Scared of people reading my words, if they could understand it! Now age 70, I am ready to take a risk. Life has been on hold since the day I turned 70. The day lockdown was announced and a surprise party had to be cancelled... I’m ready to start living, taking chances. I’m ready to blot notebooks, journals, diaries whatever. Thank you so much for today’s video 💕💕💕💕💕

[@rebeccajourney3183]

It wouldn't be yours unless it was in your own handwriting! I hope you enjoy creating it! I am right handed but have been told often I write like a lefty. I turned 65 this year so yeah to having more time to create. My problem is I like everything! Is that a problem? ; )

[@sheilaghwhite6701]

@@rebeccajourney3183 thank you, I’m going to give it a good try😀

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Wow, Sheilagh, fancy lockdown starting on the day you turned 70,,, I'm so happy you are ready to start living... taking chances... happy creating and see you soon. xxxxx I'm so glad you found your way here.

[@thethumbprint]

Your voice melts like butter. It's so easy to listen to. Thank you for voicing your thoughts.

[@BesannaRael]

I am so grateful I found your channel. Your energy feels like a kindred spirit, so I’m so at peace watching your videos. Thank you 😊

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

wow, thank you so much, so happy to have you on board... it makes me so happy to hear the videos bring you peace.... thank you x

[@Victoriacgx]

@@theunexpectedgypsy i actually journaled while watch and listening to you... thx for sharing your awesomeness with me and the world.

[@jaelrivera6087]

I feel the same way

[@nbj6284]

When you said kindred spirit it reminded me of the show Anne with an e

[@solaremoonlove7462]

I feel the same!

[@gnometraveler]

I don't think there's any reason for anyone to 'thumb down' a video, seriously. Just troll on... Dear Wendy, Please continue to make these beautiful videos sharing your lovely soul and your talent. This video (and especially the writing prompt) truly nourished a desire to actually JOURNAL again. While I dream of writing in a journal, I never seem to get past a few days.... I'm always sparked in February (pattern) to begin, but then by March am off hunting for birds and flowers in the wild. I really liked the way you showed how easy it is to do a journal without going into all the details of each piece and step as you do it... The talking ahead about what your going to do is perfect, then just showing us with a little music playing... Perfect! Your prompts, are very good and written in a way that is not 'demanding'... So very inspiriting! A much more appropriate word than inspiring... The word inspiriting is an adjective that means: encouraging and enlivening.! That's exactly what you do.... THANK YOU so much for being yourself and these lovely, lovely simple and charming moments. I find I look forward to playing your video as I am working on my own stuff at my desk. I stop to watch, sometimes make notes, etc... You are influencing my life and I appreciate you being there to do so... Thank you and HAPPY 2021.

[@lilithdescendant9347]

I dont usually watch videos where there is more talking than showing, especially when i feel down, ı feel like ı dont have the luxury to listen others thoughts when i can barely catch up with mine, but I listened to you with ease, and with a single video that made me love you and sub to your channel. Being the intuitive person I am, I feel like I will be bingewatching you, to feel that calmness more. You are a magical person.

[@rochellebogie6091]

I feel much the same about how Wendy helps me. Just had to chip in and say that. 😊

[@Shelleyvanhouten27]

Wendy, you have such a sweet spirit. I have spent many hours watching your videos, and feel as though we’re friends. I haven’t quite made the green smoothie yet, 🥬🍎🍌but I have recently eaten a banana, 🍌and have definitely shared a cup of coffee ☕️with you! 😊I’ve driven to work with you 🚦🚗 and toured your studio🎨 and even met your James👨🏻‍💻 I’ve watched your process for practicing your artwork, I have watched you draw, collage and paint, wrap packages for the post, and pour into us from the saucer that is running over.! It’s because you are taking care of yourself, and are drawing from your years of experience that you can InSpiRe ALL 🧍🏽‍♀️🧍‍♀️🧍🏽‍♀️🧍🏿‍♀️🧍🏻‍♂️🙋🏽‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️🧑🏼‍🎨of us. Thank you from the bottom of my half full cup! Yes! I’m going to set up another yearly journal. I work in Travelers Notebooks right now. Also, a calendar book that I print pictures for, an Art Journal, & a “Faith Journal” and a notebook for “brain dumps”. I have many started, but I AM thinking of creating one like you’ve inspired me toward today. So, thank you my friend! Stay well. 🥰🧚🏻‍♂️🍌☕️🎨

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Well half a cup full, you're doing so well! So many with empty cups.... happy journaling and thanks for keeping me company in here. soft hugs see you soon xx

[@gma904]

“I am serenity, even in a rough sea.” ^^ Yes !

[@1szera]

My first discovery of 'you', are immensely zen, inspiring, no stress, no pressure, lots of gentle flow ... permissions galore, delightful, playful, cornucopia of genuine artistry. You are a breath of fresh magical forest air! I have been recovering from brain trauma/injury and rewiring as well as physical injuries and physio, I must say timing is greater than synchronicity or serendipity ... for me it is an answer to prayer ... your kindred Gypsy Soul. Thank you for your choices to share🙏🏼💖

[@anjichurch4406]

This is delicious!!!! Sorry I could not think of a better word! I am 56 and have my journals back to 14 years old. I am a wife of 38 years, mother and a grandmother, and a retired midwife and educator with CHF, and I have always had a secret...and have even been teased as an adult because of my need to journal daily and carry my book with me where I am....I have always thought I was odd. KZbin has helped me to find my tribe and those with who me I am cut from the same cloth...so excited for what you share and will share. I feel settled in my ways but curious to see the similarities and perhaps make some changes....thank you for sharing!

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

You are definitely not odd... and I also sometimes sleep with my journals!! hahaha! Thank you for being here, and keeping me company. Much love and see you soon. xx

[@Lilacs4]

New subscriber here, found you when searching for creative inspiration. Watching your vids made me a bit emotional because you remind me of a dear loved one we lost when I was only 9 y/o, but left a huge impact in my life. She was my paternal grandmother and passed from breast cancer at 67 y/o. I remember being at her funeral and placing a drawing in her casket of her in her garden of flowers with her gorgeous, long silver hair flowing down. She was one of the strongest, wisest, most loving women I ever had the pleasure of knowing. To me, she was the perfect picture of aging with beauty and grace, and I wanted to be like her when I got to her age. Now I look forward to growing long silver hair. Obviously you're much younger than my grandmother was back then, but I see some of her characteristics in you, so I wanted to share this with you because I'm so grateful to have found someone who can remind me of her and make me feel closer to her than I have in many years. Lastly I just wanted to thank you for encouraging creative freedom and imperfection in art. I struggle with perfectionism, especially because my mother was very legalistic my whole life. She is a very emotionally unavailable and self-centered woman (I don't hold it against her, I think she has a lot of pain inside that needs healing) so growing up with that pressure was really hard. There is so many unfinished projects I'm scared to work on due to fear of failure or under-performing. Watching your videos is like a breath of fresh air, you have such a nurturing aura that facilitates freedom of expression in your viewers. Watching you just layer on colors and materials boldly and intentionally is awesome. Sorry for writing so much, I just wanted you to know that you are appreciated and an inspiration. Thank you for your content!

[@autumn8052]

As soon as I saw you hug your journals I knew this was a good place on KZbin!

[@katiebenjamin4970]

From a struggling soul catching your light, thank you from the bottom of my heart for showing your soul 🙏❤

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Soon you will be bright again and others can catch light of you !! xxxx

[@katiebenjamin4970]

@@theunexpectedgypsy ❤🙏

[@pinalitza]

What a beautiful way to thank someone! 🌟

[@Changes-fw4zc]

I instinctively married the art journal concept with the writing journal. I don't think multiple journaling of different types is for me. I am really happy you introduced me to art journaling. There's is some kind of magic in it that makes me sticking to it since I've started. I always write, so writing is going to be a part of my art journal. You said yourself :"There are no rules." By the way I catch myself waiting for your next video.

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Enjoy your journaling that all sounds wonderful and it's so good that you are sticking to it. Well done x I'm glad you look forward to my videos! This makes me very happy xxx

[@elizaduckie7110]

I’m another 73 yr old who has tried and failed at starting to journal too many times. You’re such inspiration, and have such grounded practical and useful tips. This was a great help. How did I know to watch this one? I’d been waffling. I ordered a pretty journal and some supplies to get me started. I’m going to walk around the house to see if I have anything that I can use. I might not, as I’m not at my normal house where I do have room to keep bits and bobs. I’ve been sequestering at a secondary location since March, as I’m high risk for covid. Journaling is something I’ve been thinking about again, and I hope it will help me going forward. You have. A charming way about you, thanks for sharing so much of yourself with all of us. You never know how far the ripples of that will go, or who they’ll impact. Hugs.

[@margaretherrick8562]

I have been making art journals for more than 30 years and, like your’s, they have part of my art and life. I treasure this and your other videos about journaling because they address your process as much as the product. Thank you for sharing your inspirations and the names of those artists and writers who have influenced you. I have tried to do the same thing with artists with whom I work here in the U S. I love England. I have ancestral roots in Lancashire, and now I have a new, kindred artist sister!

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Yes, a kindred sister, sounds wonderful, I am so glad to have you here keeping me in such good company. Happy creating Lancashire girl! Xxxxx

[@marybrotnitsky1461]

I said a prayer before scrolling thru you tube and said bring me to what my soul graves. Boom! I found you. I have so many journals empty. I feell inspired. Thank you

[@GuardImagination]

I love that you address how to work with (what I call) realistic feelings with the constructive twist!

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Thanks Wildly, another perspective huh??!! xx

[@toddoneill9072]

All of a sudden I was listening to your video as I was getting ready to sew. Started watching and started smiling, so lovely. Thank you🙏

[@sararichards518]

What a lovely way to start my day! And look at the number of subscribers you have now - you’ve started a movement not a KZbin channel 😊 I’ve tried morning pages but I’m not a morning person. I have Fibro so mornings are slow and foggy and night times are clear times reserved for reading as I can really concentrate then. I’m going to start a journal. I will be 69 in a few days and need to find the positive as I approach 70 despite having had the hardest three years of my life physically and emotionally. You’d think things would get easier as you get older and wiser. Apparently not. I have a book which I love. I started to work in it then pulled out the first handful of pages and stuck the next page over it. Maybe this can be my healing journal. I’m writing publicly over a private matter to encourage anyone at any age to have a go at this. I want to use this journal to reflect but also to prepare me for the next stage of my life. Thank you Wendy. You are the wise woman of your online tribe. xx

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Oh yes, a healing journal, that sounds wonderful Sara, sorry you have had a difficult few years... thank you for putting this comment where others can see it... and happy birthday Sara, soft hugs for your day. x

[@lyric8529]

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[@dianagilbert8690]

Happy Upcoming 🎂 🎁 🎈 Birthday and Happy Healing. Light and Love from Canada 🇨🇦

[@sararichards518]

@@dianagilbert8690 thank you so much x

[@attheranch873]

That’s really nice 😀

[@t1ffany15]

The birds flying in the beginning was perfect timing 😊🪶

[@cosycatcris]

This video is so effortlessly calming and inspirational and so educational. I just love how you have such a personal journal that's so close to your heart. It shows how much journaling can impact one's life.

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

TY, and yes journaling is such a powerful tool. xx

[@margaretcomella3318]

I LOVE the cup & saucer metaphor! THANK YOU! I've always used the idea of keeping your well supplied, but that leaves room for over-dipping for others. This is really helpful! As is the entire video! I am getting ready to journal in 2021 for the first time in many years. I abandoned the practice (and almost all my spiritual reading) during a horrible time, when I convinced myself all of it didn't "work". I actually walked to the dumpster in my apartment complex and threw out ALL of my journals (which actually felt liberating to let go of the past)...I loaded almost every book into boxes and drove them to the used bookstore & sold them. I have since found a used copy of my "Bible", WWRWW (Estés), & put it back on my shelf. Your quote from it made me feel all excited about it again, so I paused the video to go & get it down. I'm intending to start a special book as a journal this year too & am feeling quite fearful and inadequate about it. Your video just showed up today, so I'm getting a hand up, and I'm grateful!

[@veronicaevangelista6067]

“You are a Child of the Universe...... Is my daughters favorite quote from her favorite poem. Means a lot

[@zarwrites]

This video was divinely brought into my path 🙏🏻💚🙏🏻 I'm an artist, writer, and tarot reader/ healer/ lightworker, whatever you prefer to call that lol 😋 I have been called to start a journal, and then this popped up in my recommended. The fact that your new journal has a Josephine Wall picture on the cover just confirms that I was meant to watch this. She has been a favorite artist of mine since I was very little. I feel like I'm watching myself in the future. The synchronicities are crazy. Also as a little girl, I called myself Wendy for some reason, imagining myself to be a faerie/nymph, and recently my husband and I have been earnestly considering lightening all our belongings and living in a tiny home so we can travel around, so reading your About Me page sent chills all over my skin. I think there's a lot I can learn about myself from you and your channel. 🙏🏻 Thank you so much! This has also been confirmation for me to finally start my own KZbin channel, too, as I've been wanting to for years, to combine my creative pursuits and tarot reading/ energy work. ♡♡♡

[@aipuente-sanchez1584]

Wendy, you have the nicest diction and a lovely voice that transmits tranquility.

[@sarahs5340]

Freedom is my most important value! Also, on being a friend to yourself: I always congratulate myself on Friday after a full work week. I tell myself while no one else may acknowledge my work and accomplishments for the week, I can give myself recognition and praise for making it through, and for all the good things I did for others during my work week. It’s a way to remain sane in a career that requires big chunks! I will be starting a witches/pagan journal to mark the celebration of the season and celebrations this year from Imbolc to Yule. Blessings to you and yours from Oregon USA 🌲🌑🌘🌗🌖🌕🌔🌓🌒🌑🌲

[@maggs4207]

Thank you, Wendy. I am in the middle of isolating at the moment. Your videos have inspired me to be more creative which I haven't been through my adult life. I am going to start journaling to start healing, to be less fearful and let go of 2020 x

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Oh that sounds wonderful, perhaps your journal could be called something like that... XX

[@lauramadeira5680]

So glad I found this channel. I am recently diagnosed with Parkinson's and I am so looking forward to taking my 40 years of journaling, I am now going to add my creative touches to it. I never even thought of combining my skills. Here is to another 20 years of journaling.

[@noelcoonce-ewing9474]

Thank you so much for this Video, You have inspired me to go back to Journaling. I have kept a journal for most of my life but when I got into a bad marriage, but that has been over for years. I think I need this back in my life.

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Oh how wonderful! I'm so glad you are inspired to start again, much love xxx and thanks for watching. x

[@KrissiCreates]

Oh dear Wendy, what can I say ? But Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I have been journaling for years now, but seem to fall down the same rabbit hole each time. Since Covid came into our lives I started creating Junk Journals. Yes fun and a creative outlet. But not where my heart is . Time to get out those paints, quotes, photos and whatever my heart desires and free my spirit. I was a Brave Girl and love Melody and being a part of that sisterhood. That's where I learned so much and grew after the death of my husband. I need to check to see what she is up to now. Again, thank you for your gentle spirit that calms me amidst the crazy things going on in the world around us. Thank you for inspiring me to pull out that one precious journal, still untouched, and begin a new journey into 2021 !! Hugs...Kristy

[@creativehub660]

I hope that she reads your comment

[@ArtyAntics]

I think in 2021 I want to start a worship journal. I’m just about to finish my devotional and I was lost what to do next but it came to me whilst listening to you talk. I like the idea of a freedom journal too, I’m going to ponder on that idea.

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Sounds wonderful, a truly uplifting and supportive idea. Happy creating and thanks for watching x

[@weaver7249]

That is a great idea and I have been thinking about the same thing. This will be a good learning experience for me, as well.

[@susanharkema2888]

I’d love to know how you’ll approach this. We’re halfway thru study of Matthew and I might like to do something similar too. Thanks!

[@krystalTiger]

Ohhh love this idea. A scripture journal! Thank you!

[@marina_6652]

I'm learning English and your accent is so clear, is very easy to understand you and also very pleasant. Love it 😭💖

[@Stefanie1119]

How refreshing to see such a different and actually inspiring journal than the hundreds online. Minimalism is fine, but yours is personal and truly unique. Happy 2021!

[@MTGoddard]

I am choosing my friends ,from now one , they are wise, exactly my age, grey or salt & pepper hair, creative and wise Soul....I choose you as my new friend, a truly friend from the Souls. Thank you to come over , I am subscribed and love your channel while having a cup coffee. Greetings from a 62 years old Brazilian woman living in Montreal 🤩🤗 🇧🇷 🇨🇦

[@jeannette7243]

Thank you for being willing to share your light with us. I am an absolute beginner but am starting my journalling journey today!

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Oh fantastic, that's awesome, happy creating and thank you for watching xxx

[@korsgaardjournals1422]

I have just found your channel 🙏🌸🙂 I only started for about 3 years ago, making junk journals. I had never worked with paper before but have always been creative with painting furniture, painting walls with old chalk paint and stencils so it looked like old chipped painted walls. Have always tried flowers etc but paper and drawing have never been something I have made. So I have really been opening a totally new adventure and I LOVE it. But when the COVID hit us I lost all creativity ☹️ so since August 2020 I haven’t been able to find my creativity and it have really been a hard time. For a month ago I found a video on KZbin with art journaling and I have never tried drawing but I had a pencil so I began to draw. I also had some old ( not so good) water pencils, so I could play with some colors. It have been difficult for me, just to sit in my new craft room have been a struggle. But I pushed my self, gently and I sit in my kitchen and it works perfectly for now. I have been looking for some paint but it is difficult to find in my country and I haven’t got a lot of money ( I don’t work because of my depression). I was wondering if you could help me with want I should have first. I have gesso and different kind of glue. Sorry for my long message but you videos have really been helpful for me in different levels and thanks for sharing all your thoughts and tips. Xx Tina - Denmark 🇩🇰

[@m.antoinetteadams41]

Wendy, I love...Love...LOVE your channel...you are such an inspiration...continue growing and going. Thank YOU Hugs and kisses Antoinette Adams

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Aww, thank you so much, I'm so happy to have you here. xxxx Hugs and kisses back xx

[@C.S.T]

this makes sense, because one is recording in a creative way you are aware that its positive therefore the brain keeps you on that positive path, cant imagine letting yourself go dark because you know in your heart and soul that you are making something personal that you will have and can look back over I love quotes too and recently have been doing some creative writing with art illustrations which I have loved and about to start a 2022 journal, thank you 🌻💛

[@lizam.valladares8275]

I too, am glad to have found your channel Wendy. I can feel your calming energy. You are a good send. With all craziness and fear going on, I look forward to watch your amazing and inspiring videos. God bless and love and light.

[@raimae4564]

I've been searching for inspiration for journaling recently, I am so glad to have found you. I've been journaling for about 3years so far. I started journaling to organised my ideas and have a place where I can look back and feel a sense of achievement. However, 2020 journal was a heavy one, I can't even look into it and feel light or a sense of accomplishment as It ended being a emotional dumping ground. Paragraphs of heavy and emotional words. I've just started my 2021 journal and it took the same route. I loved this video of your ideas of journaling. A journal isn't supposed to make you feel like a task sheet of where you tick things off like a strict diary it brought me back to why I started journaling in the first place. A place of freedom of expression, inspiration, light and healing. So thank you. Hope your 2021 has started good. I can't wait to watch more of your videos 😊 Thank you for your amazing content!

[@megperry5586]

Thank you for sharing you, my appreciation and love of your spirit brings back to me a deeper love and appreciation of myself and that is such an amazing gift to give. So, thank you again for the gift of self love.

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Thank you Meg, I really appreciate you being here keeping me in such good company... self love to the max!! xx

[@libellula3313]

I have watched this three times now, I am inspired now to start. I was given a journal for Christmas which was too big. I’ve now been given a smaller one....I was still at the hugging, fondling and opening stage until I watched this a third time. Thanks Wendy.

[@love-light369]

Got so excited when I saw this & wanted to dive in & watch immediately... But I saved it for this morning with a hot coffee & it was lovely to enjoy this peaceful time with you! Love your sweet, peaceful energy & thank you for sharing yourself with us! It takes a lot of courage & I appreciate it all Love you! 😘❤️❤️

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Perfect! And TY it's a scary place the internet!! But I thought I'd give it a go...! TY for keeping me company! xx

[@katherandefy]

Look at your adorable self! And the starlings flew up... over and beyond like a blessing on a wingéd prayer.

[@Bohemknit]

This whole video reflects where I am at the moment, personally and creatively as well. Thank you so much for taking the time and efforts to make these videos that reach out to so many of us. My soul just drank it up...lol... inspired!

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Love it Rhonda, and thank you xxxx Happy journaling x

[@vitsparv]

Ooh, the part with self care and a full cup, overflowing to the saucer- thing really got me. Wonderful and simple self preservation-thoughts. This is the first time I watched one of your films and it will definitely be more. I’m 51 years old and still looking for my superpowers. Creativity is a big part of it but I have no idea in what way. I think that starting a creative journal can help me figure it out and be a great friend on the road. I really wish that I can stick to some kind of daily creative activity. I’ll put my happy, sparkling, curious goggles on and find myself a journal to start with. Thank you and may you have a beautiful 2021 🥰

[@sariefaeriecrochet]

During a dark, rainy day I loved watching this while I journal. Thank you for sharing your magic again! :) x

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Welcome back Sarah and I'm so glad you enjoyed it xxx

[@leilathigpen309]

I LOVE your podcast... I LOVE making Journals too!!... I love how you show and explain and encourage people about the 'how' ...... It is surely helping those who find themselves embarking into their own creative journey. This is THERAPY...of the most rewarding kind.

[@samiam8764]

Your a beautiful, gentle soul ♥️ thank you for this video...I've started creating my journal ♥️ I'm starting with affirmations, gratitude, self care and things I've learned and my journey through the neural retraining program I went through that truly changed my life. I'm living my best life for the first time at 53 ♥️

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Thanks so much Sam, I'm so happy that you have started your journal journey ... Happy creating and much love Xxx

[@angelreading5098]

Dear Wendy I am working away here on page 6 of my re-purposed journal made from an old redundant diary,and at the same time watching and listening to your soothing voice in your cosy studio. I have gleaned so many good ideas from your own work and continue to improve these pages,one thing I have learned from you is that you can rework the pages over time and improve and replace material at will. Collecting together material for the collage work is real fun and now I look at junk mail in a new light ! yes thats the idea always look at the positive elements in life because it affects our lives in more ways than we think. Keep up the beautiful work that is inspiration to many,thank you.

[@sharonburfield4049]

love watching you first thing in morning with hot coffee. thank you!

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

wonderful Sharon thank you for being here. xxx

[@AveArtz]

Hi Sharon.. Can you see my drawing too.😊 hope you will like it

[@helencarpenter9158]

Hello 👋. Wendy. Thank you for another beautiful video to brighten up a dull winters day. I found it very inspiring and as a beginner, very useful. Its making that first step. Here's to a healthy, joyful, peaceful, full of love 2021. Let's dust off our Fairy wings and do our journals🧚‍♀️. Keep your light shining Wendy. 🙏. Love to you and all 💕

[@victoriakerr2089]

Freedom has always been one of my core values

[@kikistardust]

Because of you, I'm starting a channel. Never done it before, but you've heavily inspired me. Thank you. 🙏🏻💖✨

[@nicola4789]

You're the best! I'm in my sixties and have been journaling since I was in my twenties. It was not even a trend back then. Love your channel and thank you for this beautiful video.

[@arleneg6040]

And what wisdom will you share with us after your 40 years of writing and witnessing yourself, @Marielle? 2021 Love! Arlene 🌿💞

[@milkyway1150]

What is this magical place youtube algorytmy showed me?! 🙉🤩🥰 I think I've might have felt your soul shining brightly from this video 🥰🥰 (I've teared up actually 🙉🙈) thank you for this lovely warm feeling i have in my heart now! I will try to pass it on onto someone else in turn 🥰🥰 (and I'm staying. I love it here. Thank you again!) Hope you and everyone reading has a less troublesome year in 2021 and that we all will go towards healing our spirits! ❤️❤️❤️

[@faeriehearthwitch6185]

This was so lovely and uplifting! I didn't do much in my journal scrapbook this past year, but over the past few weeks I've been randomly collecting bit and pieces to create more pages, so I know I am ready to start again! This was a perfect push forward!!! Thank you!! xx

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Perfect! and happy creating xxxxx

[@laketahoehorton2993]

I just love the way you present - your ideas - and are so generous with your loving spirit - encouraging us to be ourselves!

[@CourtneyMermaid]

“Even in a rough sea.” Absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing!

[@PlayHookywithMe]

This was lovely , thank you, Wendy. You have given me pause. In 2019 moving into 2020 I was starting an urban sketching/ travel journal and of course with the direction the world took, that came to a screeching halt. Only 2 pages were used and now your video is inspiring me to move back to it with a more inward journaling approach . The quote you read gave me chills as well. I find it so important and empowering to talk kindly to ourselves. Sometimes we call it manifesting, positive thinking , whatever.... it works. It's powerful. It has gotten me through so many hard time. You are such a ray of hope and light , Wendy. I love your videos. xoxo

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Hooky Xxxxxx Hello xxx Inward journaling... you go girl, and yes that quote, me too, got goosebumps when I read it out... and I absolutely agree, it doesn't matter what we call 'it' it works and is magic! Thanks so much for travelling the KZbin journey with me!! I am so grateful for you and wish we were nearer to have a proper tea, journals and crochet dates!! Xxxxxx

[@PlayHookywithMe]

@@theunexpectedgypsy me too , dear friend. 🙏🏻 When all the dust settles from this crisis I hope to make it back to the UK - I’ll be knocking on your door !! 😘😘 ( my mum is British and I was born in St. Albans/Hertfordshire ) xx

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

@@PlayHookywithMe Can't wait for that !!! I'll be waiting with a cuppa xxx

[@catherinemorgan2347]

She is so beautiful. This is how I envision myself in 20 years

[@NancyLynn]

That quote you read out from your very personal journal about loving yourself brought tears to my eyes. thank you (from someone who has never done a journal). Much appreciated, dear.

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

🌷🌷🌷much love to you too xx

[@gma904]

Make sure you’re giving from the saucer. ^^ I love that

[@mrs.e3909]

I took some ideas from this video for my journal. I find as I watch videos of different content I might hear a quote that moves me or gives me an idea of a design I could do, I might see a design I want to try to do in my version, it might be an occasion like solstice that inspires me, or a hurdle I need to work out on paper. I'm not a good artist, but even the attempt can be calming. I did continual key words writing for lockdown and COVID that swirled in circles all over the page and I kept adding to it as events changed during the year. It took up a page, front and back, in my journal. It was my way of charting the pandemic, but not in a very negative,dark way. I loved this video!

[@pamelaburke9250]

Hi Wendy! My first time watching. Thank you for the inspiration. I will start my 2021 journal with a love letter to myself. So many journals, I have trouble staying with one.

[@maddy2624]

The mermaid art about serenity was very beautiful. Thank you for sharing it 💙

[@theheleneway8945]

Everytime I watch a video from you I could cry tears of joy. Becaus I love art so much. And you are part oft bringing the fire back to me for my art. To descover art journaling is what I really really needed this year! So thx a lot! And huggies!hihi👽💚👽💚

[@rebeccajourney3183]

I feel the same!

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

This warms my heart completely. Happy creating and hugs back at you! xx

[@VEE_AGAPE]

Im so glad I found you , you have inspired me to start Journaling again . I did when I was 12 then I stopped and then life just seemed to happen , and you get lost in the process. Now im 46 and still looking for ways to draw peace into my life , funny how life can be . So thank you for the much needed inspiration. God bless 🙏

[@freshfocus5877]

Those older journals are just so Suzie Blue. It is so nice to see how many people were influenced by Suzie.

[@anastasiahesketh3239]

Wendy....you lovely lady. Thank you for sharing. I love art journalling. It helps my mental health so much! Your videos are a constant inspiration to me.xxx

[@susanxa8158]

You have inspired me to get back into creativity. Thank you so much for your videos 🎨🖼💖

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

That's so amazing Susan happy creating and thanks so much for watching xx

[@jain3484]

I instantly got good vibes from you. You’re a breath of fresh air! God bless your energy🙏🏼

[@agonz1438]

What a perfect way to start my day (with your video)! Thank you - this is exactly what i needed. You brought me happiness and a huge smile!!!

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Wow! Well you just brought me much happiness too! Thank you xx

[@doreenjupp5569]

Just discovered your channel. These last 10 months have allowed me to read so much more so I decided to start a reading journal. I also started writing to my youngest grandsons.....just random thoughts from me (grandmother age 73). When they are older and I might be gone from this planet, they can have a treasure of some of my “wisdom” thoughts, etc. Right now they live about 12 hours away, so we don’t see each other very often...and during this year, not at all. I thank God for FaceTime!

[@aliciadanielleb]

Hi Wendy, Thank you for giving us insight into a very personal aspect of your life, your amazing journals. You are so talented and truly inspiring. Much love ❤️ - Alicia

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Wow, TY Alicia, so much xxxxx

[@carolynmarshall1968]

I’ve watched this video 3 or 4 times now, fascinates me and have started my journal for 2021. Started with reflection on this year and sticking down pictures of masks and anything that reminds me of the ups and downs of this year - good to look back on and to see how the year pans out. I seem to be cutting a lot of words out that resonate with me at the moment, maybe I will change direction as I work through my journal. Loving it so far, it’s like allowing myself to be a child again with cutting and pasteing , and it’s good therapy, so thank you again for the inspiration - I was meant to come across you, I believe things happen for a reason 🙏

[@Artegentx]

yeah! Peter Pauper Press stationary items are really good

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

yes! they are! x

[@ChristineJonah88]

I love that you're making it from an actual Journal that is purchased. I always thought that you had to make a journal even the front and cover by hand.

[@alicejump2290]

Going beyond and through and breaking the dark with light and blessings, this inspiring video is truly your gift! Blessed and safe days!

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

TY so much Alice and to you too x

[@mekaylaarchives]

i love how much the word freedom means to you! thank you for this video!

[@maureendaunt8665]

Wonderful as always. Your chat always brightens my day, even though I’m not sad, you are such a gentle beautiful soul I love listening to what you offer in wisdom and the insight you give to help us all forward in our art journey. Sending lots of love 🥰💓

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Thank you so much! Your words have made my day! Lots of love back and see you soon. xxx

[@thegroovypatriot]

Amazing! I've known I'd love journaling for so long but feel like if I start, that's all I'll ever do!!!

[@alexandrasstudio5308]

You have inspired me to start an art journal, something I thought I would never do... thank you ☺️ your work is beautiful!

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

wow! Amazing, happy creating and TY for watching and being here. xx

[@mraereed]

Wonderful. I'm so glad I found your channel. I even bought a little instant camera to help me move forward and get started. I'm having such a time getting started. I had a brain injury and everything has changed so much and just 10 years. I lost everything I am finally back to where I still not like me again but like I can understand this person that I am now. I just want to be able to celebrate that. I'm just having the worst time with self-esteem. I want to create, I want to draw and paint but I just can't get started, because of that constant negativity eating at me. I've also gained 30 lb from seizure medications. Now, I just don't recognize myself when I look in the mirror. But 2021 is going to be a springboard for me to become the best person I can, as this new person I've become. 🙂

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Soft hugs dear Michell, definitely time to celebrate who you are now... your last statements perhaps go at the front of your journal as intentions? And 30lb more of you is more to hug! xxx Time to be your own best friend... look at all you have been through.......

[@SifraHerfst]

Clicked as soon as I saw it! You have not only inspired me to finish my sketchbook but also start art journalling 💚 Thank you! 💚

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Wow, that's amazing, well done and thank you xx

[@ravennfeatherheart9287]

I was searching for gypsy family healing and saw this video ~ a gentle reminder from my soul to get back into my creative side in journaling. This is the first video I need to say is very pleasant. It feels like as a listener, I'm right there with you. You have a gift and are truly a blessing ❣️ All said, I'm one of your new subscriber. I look forward to seeing more of your videos. Many blessings to you. 💞💐🕊️🙏🏻

[@yeahno1710]

Thank you for sharing. I've been so ungrounded this year and have been pondering if journaling might help. Due to your guidance and enthusiastic energy about journaling I'm now keen on beginning. Blessings!

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Thank you for watching too! I'm glad you are inspired to perhaps start journaling, blessings back xx

[@ascgazz]

Just found you, started my first journal along to this 😎 loving your voice, very chill 🥰 41 yrs old and hoping to improve mental health and start a vague diary of this crazy life, as well as solve the meaning of life, of course. 😉

[@Safiro2.o]

I want to start a collage journal and explore what I want to do creatively. :D

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

Oh sounds wonderful, happy creating and thanks for watching. x

[@fastquilter600]

I have a stack of journals that I have collected and one will become my 2021 journal. I loved your process of beginning a new year's journal. Happy journey to all!!

[@scrapsdivadesign]

Thank you for sharing! Your pages are absolutely beautiful. ❤❤

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

And thanks for keeping me company! xx

[@kristelm1880]

Dear Wendy, you were recommended to me by KZbin but what a lovely inspirational person you are! I have been journalling for a few years now (Bujo 6 and counting :-)) and I always need to put in some Art...... I noticed. So I started a seperate Art Journal too, last year. I notice however, I notice implementing my Art, into my Bujo works better for me. So I am just letting it go and put in my art wherever I go. Thank you for your inspiration so far and I pushed the button - so I hope getting more inspriration from you this year. Your voice is soothing to listen to in the background .....when journalling.

[@1771bubba]

Your Journals are so beautiful!! I love them. Gives me lots of ideas. My happy place!

[@theunexpectedgypsy]

I'm so glad! xxxxx

[@1771bubba]

I’m going to try watercolors. I’ve never used them in a journal before. But I love the pops of color they give. Even when you’re just spreading a few colors around. But I have a question for you. I’m 63 years old. Much older than you are. But I was wondering... can I be you when I grow up? Lol. I love your positivity and light!