Beginner bullet journal tips for CONSISTENCY (stress free!)

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2 years of bullet journalling have shown me the keys for staying consistent without stupid amounts of effort or stress. Even if you're not a beginner, these tips are prolly gonna be useful if you're tired of wasting journals or restarting.
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For the skip aheaders or referencers:
0:00 - 0:13 intro
0:14 - 1:39 starting out
1:40 - 4:15 keeping it going
4:16 - 5:12 training your brain
5:13 - 6:11 keeping it healthy
6:12 - 6:54 the relationship
6:55 - 7:27 upgrading
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[@wobbling-around]

This is the most AUTHENTIC video about bullet journaling on the internet!! Thank you! It’s messy, flawed, realistic, and an actual work in progress. Huge point about the flexibility - if you’re starting out, you won’t know exactly how it will serve your needs as best as possible so you’ll need to try out different things - and that’s OKAY! Also, kudos for the humour, I’m actually watching the rest of your videos now because of it. Keep it up 🚀

[@SimieIriarte]

thank you!!! 🕺🏾

[@hezvandermeij]

I *almost* agree. It's absolutely the 2nd most out there and amazing! But Ryder's own video/videos will always be the most authentic ☺️😘

[@PC-ku8uy]

Same!! I’m a total newbie - came for the bujo tips, stayed for the humor and InCrEdiBLe insight! Thank you Simie ⭐️

[@yogidevendrabiriyani1777]

Yes yes yes yes. Finally something relatable

[@yogidevendrabiriyani1777]

​@@hezvandermeijlove ryder, hes also very calming and comforting

[@paperquilt]

This video has way too few views! You're amazing, and your sense of humour was exactly what I needed for my anxious perfectionist brain to pipe the f down!

[@SimieIriarte]

Wow thank you! Ya pipe downnnnn 🧠

[@iptfan45]

Agreed

[@natashia5837]

Absolutely agree!!

[@Fitiaosana]

Agreed ❤

[@escritoporjess]

yes!! absolutely

[@tammygant4216]

I'm not exactly a beginner, but this was still so helpful. The biggest take-away was to let it grow into a shape based on your needs, not some spread you think you have to include . Great video! PS: And you made me finally pick up that copy of atomic habits that's been gathering dust for 6 months! :D

[@SimieIriarte]

Top 3 fav books!

[@ABlytheCoach]

Good tips and I enjoy your sense of humor! Definitely the OG Ryder Carroll BuJo method-ultra simple-is the way to go as a beginner, then see what you actually need and like once the habit is established. Watercolor painting and pretty calendars are great, but only if they light you up with inspiration. Thanks for your fun content ❤

[@SimieIriarte]

Amen!! You are welcome. Glad you enjoyed.

[@andrew4635]

That coffee pour at the end gave me life! I appreciate how you emphasize changing your spreads as your needs dictate instead of diving head first--it was one of my biggest mistakes as a newbie (but also an opportunity for growth)

[@SimieIriarte]

Glad you kept going after that!

[@YeahThisIsLife]

I honestly love this revival of bullet journalling with a renewed focus on the actual purpose: to make life easier to manage! I had 2 false starts with BuJos and both times I gave up not even 2 months in because it didn't make things easier for me, My BuJo now? I've been using it for over a year and a half and it's become integral to keeping my life sorted - especially as a person with raging ADHD. My spreads are simple - a monthly spread that has an overview of the month and a sidebar of habits I need to be reminded of (I have ADHD so the habits are literally things like 'brush your teeth', 'brush your teeth at night too girlie') and then weekly spreads that are super simple in scope but can be dressed up with stickers and colors when I'm feeling motivated and kept to just plain black and white lines when I'm not. It's made me realize why people are such diehard fans of it and why so many people, including me, did not stick with it - if I didn't pare it down to the things that work for me I'd have so many unused spreads and I'd be crying over messing up. Now I now what I need and everything else is just the cherry on top.

[@SimieIriarte]

This is awesome!!! Thank you for sharing ✨

[@aliciazee9202]

This is *EXACTLY* what I've been looking for! I love how you've opened up your bullet journal to show it's evolution. Thanks for your clear and humorous explanations and explorations. I only wish I'd found your video many moons ago, but I'm happy to have found it now! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@la6136]

I love your editing style it is really cute. I have ADHD so I love making up new spreads over time to meet my needs. That is what makes bullet journal so appealing to me over a regular planner. I subscribed!

[@SimieIriarte]

Welcome to the clurrrb ✌🏾

[@scatteredstraw]

"I waited until I had a need and optimised it" Yeah, that's absolutely how it was INTENDED to work. It's not meant to be pre-planned, it was designed for people with adhd to maintain some semblance of control

[@Bunniesworldd]

I've always seen beautifully designed bullet journals on social media. And I have wanted to have a bullet journal like them. But it's quite difficult for beginners, so I always put off making a bullet journal. Thanks to this video, I realized that having a bullet journal isn't difficult, it really motivated me. Starting from July, I will also prepare a bullet journal🩷

[@ionsulferrin]

Wow I can tell how much work went into this video and it was A LOT. So impressed by the humor, relatability, and usefulness all in one. Fantastic job and thank you 🎉

[@pinayknitter]

Thank you, this is super helpful. I can’t tell you how often I’ve felt frustrated watching a bujo setup that starts with pages and pages of collections .

[@toodleloos]

this video is so good. I've recently picked up "daily" journaling again and was tempted to get back into bujo but it's just so intimidating. i love this methodology of not predicting your needs based on other people's books and im definitely going to trying this. also the habit forming is going to be so helpful in the rest of my life lol

[@gailpowell9131]

Great Video! This is the video I wished I had watched first when I got in to Bullet Journaling in 2016, and it's the style and process Matt D'Avella should have followed rather than the stressful mess he made. Congrats on finishing your first bullet journal and acing the technique that works for you. Looking forward to more videos from you. :)

[@SimieIriarte]

Thank you so much!

[@jdsavoie]

Thank you!!! I felt overwhelmed by all the "simple set up" videos with all the pretty writing and this was soooo helpful!! Thank you for taking the fear out of it!! ❤❤

[@asmaareda2305]

This is genuinely the best video I watched about journaling so far, very helful, so mind calming and the simplicity in steps and applications is like a whisper in my ears saying take it easy. I wanted to compine both Journaling and writing diary but it felt overwhelming but I now think it's possible Thank you so much

[@studistency_official]

I'm New to Bullet Journaling.... I decided to do june bullet Journal... First I see Lots of videos so I decided to go with beautiful doodles, colourings and so many trackers... but now i decided to do a simple, minimalist planner... Thank you so much❤ you're the life saver💕

[@AmandaJYoungs]

Simie, I cannot understand how - when you have put together such good quality content - you have so few subscribers. Your audio is excellent (such a relief, I feel like I should steer other people your way as an example of how it should be done), nice clear video, excellent points and with a good sense of humour and wit. Thank you! This is going to really help me. I think I was trying to do too much all at once.

[@sidcanfly]

I watched lots of videos about bullet journal. This was my favorite one. Thanks for sharing.

[@PhilKnall]

Been binging journaling videos, this is my favorite so far. Love how you kept it simple and fun.

[@edwinacevedo]

This is exactly what I needed. Thank you.

[@VaelanFinnian]

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this Video!!!

[@lurrtheblurr]

This is amazing, thank you! I’m back to trying the bullet journaling again after stopping out of frustration the first time. Keeping it simple is my goal. It doesn’t have to be glamorized, it just has to be functional for me. Thank you!!

[@Mindgame261]

That was such a good video! I really like the transitions you did with your narration.

[@courtneyberry9250]

I've been using this method for a few years and really liked this reminder to keep it simple and create your journal to match your needs. Thank you!

[@kurdtwebber]

I came to make notes for an article I'm writing but left subscribed with all notifications on. This video was easy to watch from start to finish and had me hooked. Plus, your videography skills make me want to figure out how I can start making videos too!

[@GregSB1]

Wonderful substance and outstanding production- I’m happy that your channel appeared on my feed. I hope more people find you!

[@creatingmarivel]

So amazing! Love this video for so many reasons

[@mingmingchow2425]

Great video! Especially love the speed of the clip, your sense of humour and useful suggestions! Thank you and hope you can publish more videos to share your thoughts!

[@veronicapuente7186]

This was amazing. You restored my faith in the process. THANK YOU

[@bettydees8639]

Love Love Love this video! Starting over after too much time off. Your video is straight forward and entertaining! I plan to watch this over and over, and will check out your others as well. Thank you for the fun, thoughtful reminder😊

[@roycelabor4339]

Great video Simie! I think you managed to address all of the "issues" I've had with bullet journaling, note taking, etc. One of my challenges is finding "new" journals, notebooks, etc. I have several Moleskines and have also adopted high quality notecards that I can easily carry and move. Keep up the great work!

[@trixjoyce]

THANK YOU for this! I'm not really a beginner, but not advanced either. My problem is that I can't seem to keep up with the journaling and it just fades away after a while. I realized it was because I made it too complicated! Your video was very inspiring because you did show me a REAL bujo and not just a piece of art. You have inspired me to try once again because when I'm not over-complicate it, I really like this method... Thank you

[@SimieIriarte]

Glad it was helpful!

[@BusyWhiteBunny]

I’m really in love with your filming and editing style! You’re so talented! 📽️🤍

[@butfanfinifon1416]

is this video even real? I can't believe i literally waited for YEARS watching videos about those fancy bujo spreads and handwritings etc i even bought all those professional pens like the tombow dual brushes and sakura micro's. but i havent used it A DAY because i was waiting for the ✨inspiration 😘✨ ripping out pages throwing away whole journals just bc it didnt look ✨aesthetic ✨. I am dumbfounded rn i cant thank you enough for this video i didnt know i needed to hear those things thank you so so much

[@SimieIriarte]

wooo glad this helped. I hope you enjoy your new bujo journey!

[@edelineamaya8631]

I’ve been struggling lately with planning out my stuff on paper and I really wanted a secure schedule but I hated bullet journal every time I tried because I felt it wasn’t pretty or aesthetically pleasing so seeing this makes me so happy because of how great your advice is because now I’m ready to start and not have any pressure on making it perfect thank you

[@vietspringroll]

found this video today and what a joy it was to watch through it. the editing is really nice and your narration and personality was just so fun to listen to! definitely gonna keep all of this in mind for when i try out bullet journal again :')

[@SimieIriarte]

Thank you for your kind words! Love your username btw.

[@guzelbsk]

This video has been one of the most useful videos about BUJO for me, thanks so much for your effort 💛 and I really appreciate the reminder about not being so serious, that is sth that I should remember more often 👽

[@kr0nj3]

One of the best bujo videos i have seen . Thank you 😊

[@JerriBeth]

This video was/is epic! And everything I needed to hear!

[@jordanmvse9452]

The most beautiful grounded approach! Loved this because I just watched an extreme bullet video then one roasting that one talking about minimalism and so much structure but this one’s real asf and the most personal acting on your needs and no set create system other than the system you find you need

[@robyn8221]

Great ideas. I’m looking to get back to my journal.

[@kan-zee]

got my subscription ...your humor is GOLD !!

[@user-yq9et3mn6f]

This was by far one of the best videos about bujo I've ever watched! I'm not a beginner and still had some pretty cool insights from it!

[@valkyrievinters5258]

I'm so so happy I came across your channel, your humor sprinkled throughout the video is awesome, and your experience is super relatable. It's really helping me get back into journaling based on need and not aesthetic :) I ot annoyed with how I couldn't just ctrl+Z in my simple moleskine notebooks so I got a ring binder with loose pages - I liked the idea of being able to switch stuff up. Unfortunately though, I think only about 20% of the entire paper pack I bought made it to the journal, all because I was determined to make it beautiful and ignoring why I started to begin with. Thank you for the great video and advice

[@storm1968eu]

this is the best summary of all the beginner mistakes on bullet journaling and a few good ways to prevent or deal with them ... and all this within 7 minutes and with a touch of humour. nice job.

[@Metricate]

How have you got less than 1k subscribers? Not only did I find this really useful, I found this rather entertaining! Very good video and you've sparked exactly what I was looking for. Easy, simple and not over complicated setup and inspiration. Thank you :D

[@SKY-qf8qq]

Thank you so much for this. Great tips and realistic.

[@MissEugeniaS]

I think it's the only video i need on starting my first bullet journal.

[@Alchemizingg]

This is the best bujo video for beginners I've ever watched. I've kept a planner for 20 years and my systems are still evolving. I moved my monthly calendar and paper todo list to apps a few years back when the tech came out for instance. Identifying the need is a great place to start and the advice to not expect perfection is the only way you'll be consistent.

[@Mapache095]

Ok your humour is ON POINT and I love the tips for the video!!!

[@akirestrange]

Wow… I’ve been watching a lot of videos regarding bullet journaling and yours it’s the best one . Efficient and simple . Love your humor 😂. ❤

[@SimieIriarte]

wow thxxxxx glad you think so!

[@jillballs]

You make the BEST videos! This is one of my favourite bullet journal videos YET!! Keep it up :)

[@sakifabbasi8529]

Best video on bullet journaling

[@ellenishangry]

I've been watching all your bullet journal videos. These are the most entertaining and helpful information videos I've found for BuJo. Thank you!

[@catmac08]

This video NEEDS to be a REQUIREMENT for anyone starting BUJO. Excellent video!!!!!

[@SimieIriarte]

A DEMAND!!! 😂 Thank you 🌈

[@user-ve8vi2ob4w]

Wow finally a video on this that i think will work for me

[@adhdoneplans]

This is my new favorite video. You hit a lot of the same points I do in my videos (but in a much cooler way)! So nice to see that others know it doesn't have to be SO SERIOUS.

[@SimieIriarte]

No fun sucking here! 🥳

[@shanury_fly9244]

Your channel is so underrated. Your editing is amazing as well as your honesty and sense of humor. Keep up !!

[@leonewashere]

Great video! I’ve just started bullet journaling again and you’ve given me some great tips on how to approach it this time, thank you!

[@SimieIriarte]

You're welcome! best of luck this time ✨

[@coxbright]

Great video. Loved the style of it and great advice about Bullet Journalling. Thank you!

[@Sapoguapo]

I needed this soooo much! For the past few years, running my Own business as well as constantly working in my house, and juggling family life with my kids I knew I needed to build this habit. I never make it past a few moths before I feel over whelmed. I’ve even purchased commercially available journals like this and just wasted my money on over complicating something that should be how you present it. I’m going to start tomorrow. Thank you!

[@SimieIriarte]

Good luck to youuu 🥹

[@ClearBlueSky1]

I swear this is one of the most underrated videos in Bullet journalling !!

[@kel-lam]

this feels like finding out abt a youtuber before they become STUPID big 🤩💫 the authenticity, the humor, the seamless editing and reassuring nudges to reframe your mindset about bullet journaling and goal setting, etc.. first time viewer and new fan! i appreciate your work :)

[@pooluna]

I have been on and off bullet journaling in my early twenties and now I'm almost thirty... as I got older I realized I didn't want aesthetic, elaborate spreads (even though they look wonderful), but the artist effort was a lot for my not-so-artistic self and I just wanted to journal consistently. When you mentioned how you should change the layout based on your needs, that was so helpful to hear out loud! This video made me feel so much better about having a messy bullet journal! Thank you so much for this!!!

[@cambridge1960]

Love this perspective and the style of video!

[@buddhaletina]

You're one of the coolest creators I have witnessed. Seriously good delivery and advice. Cheers!

[@SimieIriarte]

🫵🏾 ‘ppreciate cha!

[@nigelh2179]

Great video and with so many realisitc tips.

[@kattynia5956]

Yes, finally a REALLY SIMPLE and rational way! You're amazing, your words are really validate my struggles. I used to do a bujos in past and want to try again but want it simple and just work for me.

[@superarev]

this is LITERALLY the best videos our there for making a journaling habit for me! ur explaination is on point with some examples that make me understand easily. tysm!

[@LottaPalonen-yh7ir]

Thanks so much for the final thoughts, they were what gave me the most worth and supported my well-being the most. It was very valuable, thank you.

[@CoCreation.with.Qualia]

Appreciate this!

[@actvmellow]

Subscribed for the content, staying for your excellent selection of stickers. I'm going to play this video over and over until I get it through my head to keep things SIMPLE.

[@thegoatgirlcr]

You nailed it. I have started with too many things (trackers, lists...NOT fancy designs). I haven't stuck with it. I'm starting December over today with the month layout, dailies and some lists. THANK YOU for the comedy (omg, you spinning your Bullet Journal 🤣) and the reminder to simplify! Can't wait to see more of your Bullet Journal videos!

[@SimieIriarte]

Wahoo!!! Good luck on this go around ✨

[@adriencreations]

Wow congrats for this video✌🏻I love how authentic it is and the quality of your filmmaking, great inspiration!

[@SimieIriarte]

Thank you!!!

[@blazel462]

This was quite well done!

[@Bob-huisbaas]

Lovely video, i just started today on the empty journal i had laying around and just wrote some thought and ideas down. I got super overwhelmed what some people do, this is nice.

[@elizabethtierney954]

Gosh! Where were you when I started bullet journaling 4 years ago?? Since my middle name is , “all the things” you can guess what I did. Yep. Boujie all the way, down to the white sunglasses and fake mustache!! This year I got myself a Hobonichi Weeks and I am SLOWLY implementing ideas from the bujo into my hobo. You are doing good things. Keep it up!!

[@tortagialla]

Great tips and love your humor 😂 I just went back to the basics myself, monthly calendar and list of tasks. That’s it!

[@kneyda]

Best advice. Terrific post.

[@asexualatheist3504]

Great advice and I love your sense of humor.

[@plantyflavor]

love love loveeeeeeeee the production!!!!

[@papillonpatterns]

Such an amazing and useful video! Loved it 😍 thank you!

[@fiberfunwitholivia]

I just recently discovered bullet journaling and my first one arrives today. I’m quite excited but also was a bit overwhelmed. This video is just what I needed. THANK YOU! 🙏🏽💕

[@SimieIriarte]

welcome to the clerb!!! have fun with it!

[@brittanykh]

I’ve been bullet journaling since 2016 and this all is SPOT ON.

[@misu_4000]

I really want to try and get into bullet journaling and this feels like the perfect place to start. Thank you for making such a great video

[@krid5081]

Thank you so much! I once tried to do a bullet journal but ended up with anxiety to make a mess, so I stop journaling. This really encourage me to try one more time 🥹. Besides, your voice is SOOO relaxing. Would be nice if you do a podcast.

[@Debi82]

Love that you said keep it simple. I’ve been trying to start and keep a bullet journal since the lockdown and have failed miserably. I’m going to take your advice and start small and work my way up to fancy layouts. Also, love LOVE your stickers! ❤

[@SimieIriarte]

Thank you and good luck!!! 💃🏾

[@miaumichimiau]

Your video editing, your silliness in the clips and the way you show your views on productivity and BuJoing are very addictive! I can't stop watching your videos 😍 (Plus, I really like your handwriting!) I've been BuJoing for... 7 years I think? And what you say is completely true. In the beginning I simply copied some spreads from other people and took it from there to adapt it in the more convenient way to me, which translated into the simpler, the better, and constantly changing to adapt to my needs

[@lisamichnick4777]

Thanks for taking the pressure off! And I love your editing chops. You seem like an old (wise) soul. If you lived close I'd beg to be your friend!

[@SketchyS0upp]

An absolute banger of a video, you're waaay to underrated! I've tried "bullet journaling" before (I put it in quotes because if I'm being honest It was more of a complicated performative art piece than a personal space for keeping track of my life, thoughts, and ideas), but it never worked out because of how "aesthetic" I kept trying to make things, I'm going to keep coming back to this video anytime I catch myself getting too perfectionist-y or complicated with my journal.

[@SimieIriarte]

Bangerrrr ✨ glad it could be that helpful!

[@ReviewerR]

I totally love your layout...after I watched a pretty complicated ones. This is more my style.

[@coffeegirl5336]

You’re hilarious and wise! Thanks for breaking it down for us and making it so enjoyable to watch and learn!

[@Around_the_253]

Thank you! I have been starting and stopping my bullet journal journey because of am dissatisfied with my own lack of skills in drawing or coming up with ideas. I truly love this simple and very doable method and plan to implement it into my own process.

[@angelajenkins9070]

Thank you so much! I impulse-bought a dot journal from my feed and dove into ideas on the internet. I want to give up even before I receive it! WOW. My handwriting is raggedy and I thought I would have to take an art class. WHEW. You saved me from unnecessary anxiety.

[@SimieIriarte]

raggedy handwriting ftw 🤠

[@Wachansa]

LOL! You're so funny!!! Great editing and storytelling as well. I watched all your bujo videos. Love it!!!

[@markthompson1796]

This is awesome. Much thanks.

[@jmsnsage]

Seriously how does this have so few views… this is amazing! Thanks for existing and taking the time to make such an entertaining (and informative) video.

[@SimieIriarte]

🥹 thank youuuu

[@prplrhinomilk]

1 minute in and I already love you

[@Kaala_Koala]

This video made me restart the bullet journal that has been lying around dead for *months* (if not over a year 🤐). I might have gotten way too excited with all the insanely pretty setups that are out there and got so overwhelmed that i just full on stopped x) Thanks to you i finally gave pen and paper another go - and am super happy with it currently! I basically started again with a monthly calendar [in which i put emotes to keep track of energy levels and mood and add the most important happening of a day]; a big (somewhat intimidating) Weekly To-Do-List and a daily thingie to migrate todos from the weekly over and keep track of incoming todos, most important happenings and learnings and brain anxiety dumps. Reading this it still sounds like a lot, but it's basically what i've been doing digitally the past months. Having all this back to paper with a single pen to keep it as simple as possible makes me happy every time i sit down and open my notebook. Thank you so much for lighting that spark-ly joy back up! 😍❤

[@SimieIriarte]

Niceeeee! This makes a lot of sense and I can see that it’s working for you! Happy that you started up again 🙌🏾✨