The 7-Day Challenge That Changed My Life (You Can Do It Too!)

[@margaretpolly3381]

I've spent a lot of time the past week sitting by my daughter, who was in the hospital. I began to draw her bed, the cords, the monitor, all those things that reminded me of the miracle of her healing. Drawing helped me stay calm and dwell in gratitude, not worry.

[@SketchBookSkool]

I hope your daughter gets well soon. My thoughts are with you.

[@HollyWaldrop]

Sending healing and peace for you both. And a hug.

[@Bunnykisses1000]

Hope shes well now

[@ToriBladeCreations]

Sending prayers to you and your family❤

[@glo8185]

sending positive thoughts for your daughter to heal :)

[@pesto12601]

Your "non-perfect" art is my masterpiece!

[@samanthathompson9812]

Yeah a little intimidating

[@shenanitims4006]

Don’t get intimidated. Doing things like this daily/habitually, WILL improve your drawing ability. Think of any of your hobbies - you’re a lot better at it now than you were when you started. He doesn’t mention it here, but one way it’ll help is you’ll try drawing something and fail. That’s how we learn. But you’ll still want to depict it, so you’ll look at the failure and deconstruct it - “it was looking good here, and then… alright, that’s where I lost the plot.” So don’t be intimidated. I mean, this is a diary/journal. You’ll be the only person looking at it.

[@seanodanielsart]

You are not going to draw much with that perspective. I think the idea is to enjoy yourself. There is no better or more perfect way to do it. It’s a process. Not a competition.

[@limmoblack]

@@seanodanielsart ...he totally got this vid wrong. He should have done simple sketch, not a show off, 'look how good i am' vid.

[@seanodanielsart]

@@limmoblack show off vid? They are just sketches. He’s also been doing this for 20 years now. I get the volume of work can feel overwhelming, but remember, he’s been doing this a loooong time. BTW simple, clean successful sketches are the hardest to produce! This are where masterpieces come from.

[@julesjma]

"Simple"? Your art is INCREDIBLE!

[@Polygonlin]

I was thinking the same thing lol

[@seanodanielsart]

@@julesjma what he meant by simple was not overly complex and hyper detailed renderings and images. Almost doodle-like. Less is more was his meaning.

[@rubenharo3940]

Yeah It is

[@Mamadriggs]

I was thinking the same thing -- simple??? yowza... I'd hate to add that word to anything he's done.

[@driftyjett]

WHY IS THIS GUYS VOICE SO RELAXING

[@mencot89]

i was shooketh. usually i mute these videos as i watched while listening to music. i came for the sketch book, staying for the voice lol

[@nancydb1390]

About two months ago I started picking out one Bible verse a day and illustrating it in a journal. It's not fancy but it is highly meaningful to me. I enjoy looking back and it motivates me to continue.

[@MaryPothoven]

This sounds like a great idea, thanks for sharing!

[@carlamariestudios]

How do you pick the verse?

[@nancydb1390]

@@carlamariestudios Sometimes I just have a verse in my mind. Sometimes I'll choose a verse from Sunday's sermon, and sometimes I'll look at a daily devotion book and use the verse they suggest.

[@camc3b965]

I just started writing a psalm a day with a glass dip pen and a small watercolor on the page, usually a floral. Inspired by Copying the Master here on KZbin. Very helpful and helps me concentrate on the words and God.

[@nancystandlee2990]

@@nancydb1390 fyi i’ve been using the book 100 Bible verses by Robert J Morgan and I really like jotting those down in my journal

[@elizabethwareing8818]

One thing I’ve noticed since committing to doing something ‘arty’ daily is what difference it’s making to lifting my mood and energising me!

[@pamj2395]

Thank you for this comment. Maybe it will help me with my debilitating anxiety.🙏💙❤️

[@dajeongko8410]

hi, I live in Korea and I’ve read your book ‘every day matters’ all most 20years ago. my dad told me even just your book title is worth to buy. I’m so glad to find you on youtube. 😊

[@cartr4236]

I used to do art a lot before entering college, I lost my passion for it because I was drowning in Essay assignments. It's been 5 years since I last drew anything (apart from sketches, so using this method may help me finally get my spark back. It's very sad that my most loved passion just faded away over time like that... I really hope one day that I can call myself an artist again. Thanks for the video

[@JannekeVisser-h8c]

You can respark it, don't worry! It does help to aim for small things, like quick sketches, or swatching, or making a pattern, or playing with only a few colors. Anything with a low threshold. Then your joy and inspiration will grow again. If not doing art stems from having too many things to do, then you might have more things to do than suits you. Then it can be really rewarding to see what you can do to simplify your life (e.g. do less, own less, skipping things that are less important to you, doing unpleasant tasks together with a friend so they are much more fun, etc).

[@lili_vagynemtudom]

uufff man drowning in schoolwork and not having time to draw/journal is SO REAL. im in the middle of that rn and its been pretty bad,, but school break is coming up, so i hope i can “respark” myself aswell :)

[@MerveKA]

I don’t usually comment at KZbin videos or get inspired by them but this one really made me go back to journaling and drawing. BTW you keep saying this isn’t art, but it IS ART mister, and you’re good at it. 🙂

[@SketchBookSkool]

I'm so glad you found it helpful. And you're right, it *is* art!

[@zetazeta1422]

0:35 Well that looks like perfect art to me ❤️

[@zetazeta1422]

@@Jana_Rea😅

[@samreevesartist]

This is genius! I tried it today and ended up creating three paintings. That's a record for me. Thank you.

[@rodicacretu1030]

Me too, I've drawn the vegetables I bought to cook. I even wrote a dialog between an onion and an apple. I was laughing and having fun. It is a great idea.

[@samreevesartist]

@@rodicacretu1030 That's awesome! I put mine into a text message I sent to my friend, similar to the way Mr. Gregory described his journal. My friend messaged back some of the most positive responses he has ever given me.

[@arthmental5178]

you know what this video is one of the best things that happened to me in 3 years. I have been trying to improve my drawing for 3 years to get into art school but still couldn't get any results. I turned 21 this month and I felt like it was too late. I know it's not like that but I don't know I can't stop thinking about it. ANYWAY. I haven't even felt like drawing a little flower for 2 months but this video... this video... I don't even know why I gave all this useless information I just want to thank you so much. Today I bought myself a sketchbook that I liked and I drew something for the first time in a looong time. This means a lot to me. I am so grateful to you for this video. Thank you...

[@oilsareus]

Stick with Danny, you’ll go far. His books are also super helpful to keep going. Check them out at a library if you don’t want to buy them.

[@arthmental5178]

@@oilsareus Unfortunately, the books are not available in the country I live in. They are sold on Amazon but they are a bit expensive. I think there is an e-book, I can look at that and other content. Thank you so much for your attention...

[@limpaika]

Dont give up, I have art blocks frequently, I also, even after drawing for 4 years, cant draw confidently, but its about the want and not skill. Wishing you the best on your journey

[@starchild9.9]

It's never too late to be creative!

[@cassiegreene9528]

you go!

[@claireglendenning1]

You are easily one of the most relaxing and therapeutic people on KZbin. My well-being is so much better. Thank you

[@SketchBookSkool]

I'm so glad!

[@blackbohemianmama]

I was thinking this! my first time watching bit I love his voice- so soothing... like a watm hug from grandpa :-)

[@bampidraws]

I'm a grandpa 😂 he chills me out too.😊

[@island2112]

im glad i found you. your voice alone is so soothing and comforting. thank you so much.

[@SketchBookSkool]

I'm so glad!

[@ilovesunvalley]

So glad you found him too!! Danny Gregory is a national treasure. His words and simple teachings have changed my entire outlook. He helps me find peace and joy. Love him and his wife JJ so much. Been following for years. I absolutely recommend any class he ever offers. And he does a free thing every Thursday called Draw With Me at 9am Thursday.

[@burrochapadogrl]

Yes riiight. The black page would make me anxious and now I’m excited

[@ndorpheline]

This idea has been in my head for decades and I never felt 'allowed' to do it, for some reason I didn't know where and how to begin... Thank you for setting me free! I can just start now, with the help of your prompts :)

[@equinecho2599]

i know exactly what you mean

[@azrani2023]

Me too. I've been journalling via words for years, but little sketches accompanying my pages have felt weird and unnecessary so far. Even though they were fun to do and could capture an emotion or a moment very well. I'm gonna feel more justified creating them from now on, too :)

[@BookishRenee]

I would love to do an illustrated journal. But, I get stressed out because the simple picture in my head does not come out on paper like I want it to, not even close. It doesn't have to be good... but it should be good enough to make myself happy... and my drawings never are. But I really love this idea and have tried it over and over many times. Your journal is beautiful.

[@daisyrafferty2204]

I understand! I often feel the same way, wanting excellent results that match my vision. but seriously, you and I should actually do this assignment, and results, so what? It is just paper. We shouldn't give up so easily.

[@ramise5932]

Lots of us feel the same way as you…Suggest you get a black line pen and draw with your non dominant hand, keeping the pen on the page, as a six year old. No attachment to outcome. Wobbly lines are good! We have very high expectations of ourselves as adults but as a child we’re just having fun. Just play and experiment and tell that perfectionist voice in your head that it’s ok you’re just experimenting. ❤😊

[@Thirikalee]

I second drawing with your non dominant hand to overcome your inner critic! I find that very helpful.

[@Vikingshop]

You don't have to draw 🙂 Just write 🙂 And maybe add some stickers, something you have cut out of the newspaper, a picture you have printet out, your flight-ticket, etc. etc. etc. 🙂

[@seanodanielsart]

@@BookishRenee Nobody’s sketches are good enough. That’s why they are called sketches.

[@theresapalmer7892]

Super ideas for daily prompts, I started mine the 1st of Sept, what I'm decluttering everyday. 5 items, 5 minutes, then draw it.

[@nancystandlee2990]

@@theresapalmer7892 what a great idea

[@PTBeverly]

Excellent idea.

[@sanjivanigole9138]

Brilliant idea.. two good habits in one

[@zexilion]

I remember making this when I was a kid. I didn't know it had a name like that. Thank you for sharing.

[@sherila4834]

Danny, this is my introduction to your channel. After watching the 1st time, I had to go back & stop the video at each image from the journal you are showing. I see much more than simple drawings--these are accomplished illustrations & watercolors. And what I could read of your hand-written 'text' shows the kind of life I dearly wish I could lead, going to The Frick & The Met with art friends, traveling from NY to FL, throwing parties for 50 guests. You talk about Egon Schiele, Lou Reed, & Bowie. You quote poetry referencing Bangladesh. I wish I were in your world. I can't imagine making images from the life I am leading now, which is 180 degrees from yours. I feel like the inspiration here is about finding/figuring out/making a better life, a life that can give rise to pages echoing what you say & see here. I will definitely return.

[@topfloorshooter1142]

I been doing this for a while and it’s addictive. Its like I get a rush to grab anything to draw on before the idea escapes my mind. Even if it’s scribble scrabble Lol

[@johndoe-rq1pu]

"it's whatever you think mattered about today." Oh good, It's already done.

[@Inkpuddles]

I had a small chuckle at this.

[@AdrianaSalazar-sq3fv]

Esto me recuerda cuando era pequeña cuando salía de casa y siempre dibujaba lo que veía. Me encanta el mero hecho de que grabes cualquier evento de tu día sin hacer dibujos perfectos. Sólo tú y tu diario.

[@monikaazariah9237]

What a coincidence...I just started illustrated journaling ever since I had my newborn ❤ I loved the tips and prompts

[@incongruentcreative]

How do you find the time to do this with a newborn? Any tips you can share? I'm due in November and am worried about losing what little time I have to play in my sketchbook.

[@sarismileee4268]

you literally changed my life with this video. I used to always draw with an amount of perfection that made me go crazy and dislike drawing more and more but somehow your words made me change my perspective. I am not here to draw with perfection but to draw with emotions and fun. Thank you for that

[@SketchBookSkool]

Glad I could help!

[@kiseki2345]

Hello, I'm Ahn Mi-sun, 36 years old illustrator from Korea. I was happy to have a baby 8 years ago, but I lost a lot. I accidentally bought a book from my teacher at a bookstore. Since then, I've studied drawing for a few hours a day. Now my child is in school and working as an illustrator! I was really happy to know that algorithms led me to your videos. Thank you again! Thank you for finding my dream. I hope you always have a healthy and happy life!!☺☺

[@SketchBookSkool]

An 8 year old illustrator? Wow!!

[@kiseki2345]

@@SketchBookSkool Oh! No, it meant that my child was 8 years old! I came across your book at a bookstore eight years ago and I became an illustrator while studying drawing! LOL😅

[@osilva2367]

A dear client of mine gave me several of your books before she passed away recently. I love these books and even more now she's gone. They are reminders of her and our shared love of art and especially daily drawings. Thank you for all you do❤

[@SketchBookSkool]

I’m so glad!

[@soul_serenity27]

Это настолько невероятно вдохновляет! Мне 27, я только недавно решила все же по-настоящему развивать свой талант к рисованию, и это видео на данный момент - лучшая мотивация! Спасибо вам! ❤

[@Silverbirchtree]

I always feel very liberated when I watch your videos. You inspire me to simply be creative. My art is not good not even reasonable but I’m not selling it and it makes me happy.

[@AlaizH]

Sus ilustraciones son hermosas! Intentaré seguir su consejo, sin pensar en la calidad de mis dibujos, simplemente pensar en las cosas que deja el día.

[@aussieanne6812]

You have encouraged me to stop thinking about it and take action! I love drawing and writing, but the two never seem to meet. So I’m taking up your 7 day challenge. Thank you.

[@SketchBookSkool]

Go for it!

[@WilmaBadenhorst-i8u]

Oh yes! Been doing the journal for years, best you can do for yourself. Thanks for your inspiration, it keeps me going.😊

[@SketchBookSkool]

Wonderful!

[@Quifix]

Me and my friend (who has had to move countries for exchange) have been keeping connected with each other by sending each other our journalling everyday. This is going to be day 4, and we are loving it :)

[@SketchBookSkool]

What fun!

[@sarahyip2825]

Journaling, Art and Life all at once! ❤ No pretences just plain everyday stuff framed in shapes and emotions that underline the value and reality of our simple days. The bonus of keeping anxiety at bay too 😅 Can't recommend this enough. Thank you!

[@mantis8856]

those type of journals are such sweet gems .

[@horst_zebrafink]

Best video on KZbin. When everybody is *sketchbook-drawing addictid* nobody have time for war. Very easy an very cooool

[@psyrolz1626]

Your videos certainly help me defeat the "blank page" of my sketchbook(s). I definitely gotta experiment more and, as you say, reconnect with myself and the process more than the result. Thanks!!

[@NENEBIRK]

i really love your art. Its the perfect balance, not too perfect, but still easy to see what it is. lovely colors and "feel" too. Spring this year, I really started journaling. Glueing stuff, drawing, writing everything. Its been really nice. Now im gonna try this.

[@emmastown6049]

This is the most comfortable and useful video that I've seen this year 😊

[@SketchBookSkool]

I am so glad you found it helpful!

[@buminkarakun6843]

As a designer, I have always drawn; I never go anywhere without my sketchbook and pencil. Definitely consider this weekly drawing suggestion: draw, and never stop drawing.

[@franciscolealgonzalez1333]

Your journal is a masterpiece in every sense of the world!

[@terriwerning3477]

Your sketchbooks are wonderful! Thanks for the inspiration.

[@AtrumEisDramae]

Thank you for this beautiful video. It felt better and relaxing just watching.. I'm aan architect, mom of a small baby and sometimes I loose myself inside all the roles I need to fulfil. This is a perfect way to retake a habit that makes me happy. Thank you, wishing you the best. ❤

[@sevvalmutlu6686]

I was actually doing this as a hobby. Then I stopped because I was too busy. I try to do it whenever I find time and it really feels my soul good.

[@burrochapadogrl]

I’m so glad you exist

[@johnshipley8860]

This video is perfectly timed, I've just started prepping a new travel sketchbook journal for my 7 day trip. I bought a concertina sketchbook to make things more interesting and fun.

[@lovefromla4960]

this video brought me a sense of peace. I think it was the simplictic sense of now or his calming voice. Whatever it is, I need it today and I'm now a new fan. Subscribed!

[@ANN-FEL]

You've no idea how much I needed this, I had sm ideas but your video helped me organize em and I really really loved your sketchbook it's just perfect thank you so much ❤

[@elizabethdarcy8970]

Just want to say, when you said use pen, at first, I didn't dare try. Then I simply sketched the tea mug in front of me and it came out OK. Not the dimensions. Just the feel of it on paper. Hopefully, tomorrow I'll try the rest of the challenges.

[@Daipiccioni]

KZbin me recomendó, el video y me queda perfecto porque recién vuelvo de un bloqueo creativo me encanta la vibra de los videos 😄

[@СтудияпесочнойанимацииДюна]

Thank you so much for the idea! I'll definitely try it! "A life worth living is worth writing down"

[@Gypsisoul1111]

What a fantastic idea! A few years ago I went a little crazy with a big fat sketchbook I thought I loved I think I have like 10. But it’s not watercolor paper. Just multimedia. Now I know what to do with them! You are a peach.

[@tixa4651]

You have been the teacher I always wished for. I'm super inspired and learning so much from you. Thank you so much for your kindness

[@faizashehzad7115]

I feel so happy and productive just thinking about this habit . At least I can say that I have not wasted 9:42 minutes of life.❤

[@NikolineMyrvang]

Thank you so much! This was just what i needed, an easy "quick" way of getting into my art without stepping into the studio, and keeping a consistancy in doing so!

[@SketchBookSkool]

Glad it helped!

[@osbereta]

I felt totally lost in my art for a while now, but I don't know how after that video, I guess the most comfort video i've ever seen, I started feeling better. A lot better. There's something about hearing the right words in the right time. Thank you.

[@breuthelene772]

Yes but your drawings are so beautiful when I see your sketchbook !

[@SketchBookSkool]

Thank you so much 😀. Why the “but”?

[@breuthelene772]

@@SketchBookSkool I mean, to reach your level of drawing, it will take me some time 😄

[@joewigfall1874]

Thank you, Danny. It has been a long time. I joined you when Sketchbook Skool first started ages ago. I fell off the wagon since the start of the COVID saga. This challenge should help to rectify my sketchbook habit derailment.

[@jene6254]

Thankyou this is ideal for me as I have perfectionist tendencies but a rusty hand so need something like this to help me just DO without thinking too much 😊

[@marysteelman6534]

I *finally* figured out how to join the channel in my Premium KZbin account! I feel younger already. I’ve been around since Facebook-only days and “Everyday Matters.” Helped me get through losing my husband. Now, I’m excited to try to keep up the energy. Thanks Danny for all the years. 👍😃

[@Gypsisoul1111]

You will love Premium! It’s my everyday tv now.

[@SketchBookSkool]

Welcome back!

[@sheilacym]

@@Gypsisoul1111... me too... worth every penny !

[@TheCelestialhealer]

@mary, what do you mean? I have my you tube premium and love it, so I dont understand what were you able to do?

[@marysteelman6534]

@@TheCelestialhealer I had two KZbin accounts (I don’t know how that happened) and for some reason, whenever I would join Danny’s channel, it would always go automatically to the other one - the one that wasn’t “premium.” Apparently, when I got “premium,” I had to get a Google email address and it was defaulting to my old account that wasn’t a gmail account. I didn’t want to be paying for a subscription that included ads 😭 so I finally was able to get it all working together with the right KZbin account. 👍😃

[@bryan_ferrer]

I stopped drawing for more than a decade now and even then I mostly draw when I feel like it and not as a hobby. I would love to go back to my roots and also add reading/writing which I always thought but never started 😅

[@nonanonanona789]

I watched this video yesterday and went and got a journal today. I have two pages done and have really enjoyed the calm from creating something no one needs to see.

[@MoJoeShoMo]

Very good video! I used to be morel like this when I was in college. After a lifetime, I've gotten away from free drawing from the mind like this. I don't know if I could get back into it but I do know that everything you say in this video about the effect it has on your well-being is true. Love your sketches. They're the kind of sketches you don't think much of at the time you make them but later reflect on and say wow.

[@angelaleisring1070]

What a gift you have - the ability and skill in bringing your thoughts to life with pen and paper.

[@LindseyDietz]

This is so awesome for new and old artists. However good or bad you are at accessing emotions or drawing, its a reminder that there is significance in everything you do and it's worth celebrating in art. I'll definitely recommend this to my friends who don't think they have any reason to share their art.

[@azrani2023]

This is so true and well-spoken. :) there's significance in everything that we do, if only we choose to see it and cherish it. Thank you.

[@Elevatorbakery]

This is great, i’ve been doing the same exact thing for over 10 years now. Its great revisiting tiny moments from my life. I never tried to document everything, but so many snapshots can turn into a memory avalanche. I feel like it’s done wonders for my mental health. One day I might be a great artist, but it’s not really the only thing it’s about. Thanks

[@barbarajohnson1442]

very great idea...a meditation on my morning pages, but VISUAL ! THANK YOU!!!!🎉

[@SketchBookSkool]

You're so welcome!

[@JanineHyslop]

This is something im going to do been meaning to start journalling but combining drawing makes sense to me and will hopefully boost my creative while processing life in a more mindful way, start tomorrow

[@PTBeverly]

Oh man! I should have been doing this when I was at the dentist today and had to wait 30 minutes before being seen! Thank you for such great ideas.

[@nblizniuk24]

Большое спасибо! Как же мне нравятся ваши дневники, ваши рисунки! Вызов принят. Постараюсь все выполнить. Как-то в последнее время стала мало рисовать и чувствую дискомфорт от этого, надо возвращаться к хорошим привычкам. Еще раз спасибо❤

[@mariliansantilli8808]

Good Morning Danny I love your Videos, Massages, Drawings . Thank you soooooo much for All your work art and videos great pleasure Time and work! 😊I wish you very inspiring day.❤😊

[@SketchBookSkool]

You are very welcome!

[@bonobobby]

Always wanted to start an art sketchbook like this. I guess it's my sign 😊

[@oiqueleria]

I used to do this years ago! Aw man, I’m nostalgic now hahaha. I’ll take it as a sign to start again :)

[@anewcareerinanewtown]

This is a great idea. I have in the past just sketched what was around me - maybe stuff on the table, anything lying around but never thought to add words to it apart from date and time. This brings it to a deeper level of journaling and sketching. I might just give it a go.

[@Rosie22112]

I love this so much!! I almost cried by how cute I found this video😂 I always wanted to sketch daily to relax my mind a bit but I never knew what to sketch, thank you for the suggestions!

[@drdjaytalian3782]

Thank you for this video...i am trying with just my pen and plain notebook.....i started yesterday breakfast. I wanted to do some art but i am won over by my negative thoughts that i dont know how and i am bad with drawing or sketching. Instead I am reading books. But now that I have read allnthe pocketbooks that i bought. I am now cornered to do drawing instead without force. By the way, i am on my journey to remove myself from being an addict to scrolling the useless social media by doing better things. Thanks.

[@johannambolton]

I love your videos. As well as enjoying and learning from them myself, I recommend them to my students. Thank you for such good, realistic advice. I'm 81 and I've been an artist as long as I could hold a crayon, but your encouragement and inspiration is helping me continue this journey and find new and more exciting aspects of my art. Thank you!!

[@minakoteruya5962]

Hi Danny! I started take this challenge 3 days ago. I draw and using watercolour to paint. I’m happy, giggling and my heart sing when I paint! I hope continue to make this art more freely! ❤

[@okyouwinleavemealone]

This is breathtaking and inspirational, can't believe this is the first time I've heard about this 🎨🎨🎨🎨🎨🎨🎨

[@ThePinkstarlight1]

Thsi was truly restorative. Do the challenge. You can do no wrong

[@zappasmoustache23]

This video turned up at just the right time in my life. Being going through a very dark time and wanted to start journaling but also involve my art, just wasn’t sure how to approach it, then boom this appeared in my feed. Just what I needed to get started. Many thanks to you sir.

[@halfsliceofart]

Thank you. starting tomorrow i will be doing this challenge and come back right after a week here again. wish me luck

[@ch64321]

this practice is so great. I’ve done it sporadically, but I appreciate your prompt examples bc they can be as “basic” or elaborate. And the basic prompts show little pieces of your life that end up being a big deal - bc they all matter to you!!

[@SketchBookSkool]

Make it a habit!

[@iAmBeaTLes]

I love your videos. ❤. I’ve been more active which makes it harder to squeeze in art, but your videos give me ideas and keep me journaling.

[@jonathanlorenzols]

I used to do this when I was studying English... It made the journey way more interesting and interactive ✍🏽

[@SketchBookSkool]

I bet! It's so much more engaging than just passive learning.

[@sghosh7049]

Your sketching is beautiful. 🤩 This is where I’m stuck: I can’t ‘ruin’ the nice new journal until I’m completely ready.

[@Ceares]

As a sketchbook addict, what I've found is that when I get a sketchbook that I don't like that much for whatever reason, the texture, the weight, etc... that I'm much more free in that book than one I love or that was expensive. I'm gonna finish it anyway because I hate to waste money but I'll experiment a lot more and I'm not upset if something doesn't come out "nice". Sketching and journals are not meant to be perfect or internet flip worthy. That's not their purpose but it is easy to get that into your head. So I'd say get yourself a cheap journal, from the dollar store even and go to town until you feel like you're ready for the nice journal. Perfect is the enemy of good and good is the enemy of getting started.

[@yuchuanchou8189]

Thank you, the 7-day challenge is such a wonderful way to make my life happy again.

[@WatercolorKnitter]

I started a daily watercolor journal last year, adding an item or two that I used, saw, or experienced. I accompany each with a description of the item, where I was, etc… but never really captured how I was feeling. I am going to start a mindfulness sketchbook as you suggest, separate from my watercolor sketchbook. So many times I capture the physical environment of my day but not my impressions of it. Thank you for the suggestion! I am looking forward to ingraining this practice into my daily life.

[@bellamonique]

Thank you! Perfect, I'll buy a sketchbook and start today!

[@louisethushari3565]

This is my first video from this channel and I'm so glad I came across it, because you made art look fun, simple and interesting. I'm pretty sure I'll be sticking around to see more of your videos.

[@SketchBookSkool]

Welcome aboard!

[@lilmousechan]

I used to do something similar many years ago. I may try this again. So glad i came across this video.

[@RajshekharRatrey]

This is one of the coolest thing i have seen recently. I do some sketching and do journaling but never thought about just joining these things together. This made my day and hopefully many more future days. ❤

[@corelaion]

For me, doing these type of things (similarly coloring books) are hell, because I can't get over perfectionism. Plus I am highly aware I am bad at drawing and that upsets me even more (because when I was young I wanted to be an artist). Instead of joy, relief or mindfulness, it brings me sadness and frustration... For me, it's not a process, it's a waste of time. But I LOVE seeing journals of other people so much! ❤

[@nancystandlee2990]

At one time I did this and I love looking at the few books I’ve finished, But now it has morphed into mainly a do list and writing down the weather, but I have a new nice 9 x 12 sketchbook that I have been thinking about combining several elements of my life all in one book. For instance I have a separate little notebook for my prayer journal and I I need to start keeping it together with a journal and in my Bible study fellowship this year we are studying Revelation and I think I would like to make some notes about that. I’m always taking an online class and making notes on when I signed up and my password and what we did and I think that’s a good idea to just combine all of these things in one book and I might start this because I’m coming to the end of, a sketchbook that I’ve been keeping for several months. I may accept your challenge. I have a great event to add on Saturday -.a great grand is having a first birthday party and has taken a few steps but my entries always take longer than 15 minutes!!

[@WillScarlet-zc2iw]

Have you ever heard of “a period.” Thank you for sharing your experience, but your run-on sentences make your “Comment” difficult - and disagreeable - to read. I truly hope this helps.

[@kcalla4903]

This habit is right up my alley!! I love this. Thank you for the idea!

[@SketchBookSkool]

You’re very welcome.

[@multuminparvo7560]

Really enjoy your videos, very inspiring and calming. I bet your videos reduce stress as well. 😊

[@juliamoor9462]

Your voice and enthusiasm are inspiring. Thank you

[@avihana2002]

I accepted the challenge and completed my first drawing! 😊

[@SketchBookSkool]

Wonderful!

[@TubeYouLena]

Little, easy moments could be healthier and more enjoyable than huge ‘expensive’ ones. I have to remind myself often (as anxiety of missing out kicks in) that living a slow and pleasant life is OK. Journaling about it is an extra pleasure in that kind lifestyle. Thank you! I am a new subscriber!

[@AB02594]

So glad I stumbled on this video. I've wanted to pick up drawing for years but always procrastinated my way out of picking up a pencil and putting in the effort. This was a simple way to ease in and also support building my journaling habit back up as well. Day 1 is complete and I'm looking forward to the next 6 days! Glad I stumbled on your channel. Thank you!

[@thepeculiarmaple]

This idea.... Wow. I struggle with mental health issues, and an slowly trying to get out of my head and into the present. There is a lot on my mind every day, and art is a major outlet, but some days I don't make time for it. This could help with that! I also have tons of spare papers I can use to tape it in another notebook I have lying around that's less for drawing, more for writing. So it seems I have no "excuse" now lol. I like this idea, too, cause it kinda gently nudges you to be honest about your day in positive and negative ways!