Traveler's Notebook Set-Up 2025 + Journal With Me

[@stephaniesews5889]

Looks like a journal to me 😊❤. I always get inspired by your doodles and watercoloring , all of your journaling is such a joy to see.

[@aliciajipson8718]

I loved this video! Is wonderful to hear that is ok to start or stop any time with our journaling, and anything goes …..we put so much pressure on ourselves to do things just so……This is the corner to be free to explore anything and you just show us how to go about it. I really like all your videos…love the watercolor doodles, the image journaling and your comments about how your daily life goes. Looking forward to the next one! Greetings from Phoenix , Arizona. USA.

[@headinthecloudsart]

Yes please Mits! More of this video. I really enjoyed it. 100% right: we do what we want with our journal; it's our own; it's what and how we decide to create in it and no comments or judgments is appropriate when it comes to our personal, very personal creation... and I feel blessed that journalers/creators like you share it with us. So a huge thank you from the bottom of my heart ❤️

[@sasjastroo]

You are such an inspiration for me, thank you for sharing your beautiful journal!

[@shellibass6599]

I use stickers in my stash that represent things I want to do to start my vision board.

[@sandypm22]

I love all of your journals. I’d love to see more of this one and watch you watercolor your doodles. ❤

[@BurningFairytales]

Who said it wasn’t a journal?? I will fight them! Mits literally your journals are so inspiring and so beautiful. I write a lot in my journal, and I really wish I could be more creative like you. It’s always so interactive and interesting!! I’ve followed your channel for years, and your videos always make me happy. I love watching, and just listening to your thought process. Just - don’t believe them. Your journals are an inspiration!

[@herrera9839]

Your right no right or wrong way to journal. I like the way you journal. Thanks for sharing.

[@DaileyHubbard]

I haven't finished watching this video yet, but I was moved to tell you that your style of journaling was the catalyst that prompted me to buy my first Hobonichi planner. I love that you simply *do*. You have a phenomenal eye and gift for making things, and your process is so effortless and charming to watch. I don't know much about the definition of "journaling," but if it brings you peace and joy, then it seems like as good a sign as any that you're doing it the "right" way. I'm so glad you continue to share your journals with us. They're incredibly inspirational and give me permission to create, no matter what.

[@scmarih]

A journal is what you make of it. I love your Hobonichi doodles journal and you inspired me to try one this year. I had never used a Hobonichi and I love it. Thank you for sharing all your journals.

[@michellejohnson6346]

Yes! Your journal is for you and you can start whenever! I bought a couple of 2024 Moleskine Daily Journal in October I think for $4-8 bucks! SUPER DEAL! I started on the first of November and am working through it using it as a common place journal/art journal/collage/sketching, I completed a monthly challenge in December in it. I am using it for any that feels right to me. I don't care if the dates don't match this year. It is a zero pressure place for me to chill out and meet myself in the pages right where I am in the moment.

[@nancyorourke7679]

Love your comments and the idea that your journal is there whenever you need it regardless of pressure or timing thank you Mitts…love your videos!❤

[@lindat3895]

Love these peaks into your journals; so much inspiration!

[@jacquelineharvey8301]

❤enjoyed watching you put this together,!!

[@TimeWithSussane]

To be honest no matter what you are doing is a grate inspiration. And also you show ways to things to tray out .

[@deekilroy1746]

Thank you for sharing your journaling process Mits!

[@twocupstravels]

Love watching you set up and journal 😊 always so inspiring!

[@cathiejo2165]

Love this, so inspiring!

[@shoooe77]

You inspired me for my TN,thank you MITs🥰

[@anniecooper2983]

I love how you journal and am glad you didn't get too discouraged by the rude comment!!

[@l.c.737]

Thank you so much for this video… starting now.

[@darlamaple6319]

it is definitely a journal - ignore the comments that have no purpose but to be negative. You go Mits! I love all your journals and art and get inspired from watching your videos.

[@imcatnappen]

long time watcher, maybe first time commenting? i cant remember😂 i love your style of journaling and you’re such an inspiration to me! i love how you play in your journals and it reminds me of how kids create freely and just play without worrying about any rules about how things “should” be or look like. no one teaches them how to journal, they just do it! and i think that’s what i like to remind myself when i journal. anyway sorry for the long comment but i wanted to let you know since it seemed timely with that unfortunate comment you received sigh i wish people could just be KIND

[@evadevriend8211]

Please ignore such a comment and focus on all of us who lóve your journals and video's! Biggest hug from the Netherlands❤

[@Maryam.Kebick]

Love you Mitts and love all your journals! You are so genuine. Please don't change❤

[@musictoliveby08]

Love seeing how you started and knocked off 3 weeks of journaling, Mits! Bravo!! 🤗💞 Please don't listen to naysayers. Anyone who truly understands a journal process knows it can be whatever you want it to be. Hugs and blessings for a wonderful new year of journaling. You are so inspiring. Thanks for sharing your process with all of us. 😘🥰

[@SuperScaryAri]

Instead of a vision board, I made a mini ‘vision journal’ out of a travellers accordion foldout insert 🙈 it was such a fun project and gave me space to paste photos, journal about my dreams and goals/ the steps involved in getting there, list my values and how I can live them out in my everyday life… I made a whole self care evening out of it with some candles and cozy tea 🥰 Loved your video, I immediately subscribed. So excited to watch more from your channel.

[@MyLifeMits]

Wow , what a fun way to use the accordion insert! Thank you for sharing that idea!!

[@aiklantay8856]

You are not alone in starting 2025 journalling late .. i think about starting and have all the ideas to do so..but i have just been procrastinating..haha...i shd take out my new hobonichi and just get started with it too 😅 luv to see your next water coloring video..

[@cso4868]

I love watching you journal or doodle! Also it's a journal if you say it is! 😆 Thanks for sharing, I enjoyed watching your work and "chatting with you"!

[@tortagialla]

Lovely to see a video from you! Thank you for sharing and you are so right that there is no right or wrong, or perfect time. The important thing is to have fun! And regarding mean comments, just ignore. Usually people have issues in their life and it comes out in their mean comments - it's too bad. Feel sorry for them and move on. We have a beautiful community of open-minded journalers... and each person can do what they want! Sending love 💌

[@french1kirti]

I love your video❤❤❤❤ thanks for the motivation 🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@shelbseroo]

My vision boards start as a word and then I gather images that resonate. Sometimes from Pinterest, sometimes Instagram. Print on sticker paper (collage feature on Canva) and wabam!

[@mikaylasova7018]

Yes, Mits!! I'm so glad you didn't let that negative comment get to you - journaling is so personal and I'm journaling with you and appreciate all your work to help us journalers not feel so alone!!

[@Diana0802]

Absolutely agreed with you, Mits…..this is your journal! Ignore that comment. Your journaling has certainly brought a lot of joy to many, including me. Keep up the good work and sharing ❤❤❤!

[@KathyLop1956]

I , too, am just today, getting around to setting up my Travelers notebooks!!!! You have inspired me. I have set up and am using my Hobonichis...but I keep delaying the Travelers!

[@rachelhostetler3428]

That is the great thing about journals, you can stop and start them whenever you want and fill them to your heart's content. I really like that black and white printable you have at the beginning of the video. Do you know where that is from? Here's to a new year of creativity, stationary, and journals. ❤

[@MyLifeMits]

Thank you for watching! The printable is from Erin Ware (I put her link in the description), Shes got patreon and KZbin too!

[@michelemonet7616]

Thanks so much for sharing this. I haven’t started my journal yet, and feeling really guilty about it.

[@MyLifeMits]

Hello! Just start when you can and just let it all out, have fun with it :) There are no timelines, just do when you feel like it :)) Thank you for watching!

[@KatiesNestingSpot]

What?!? I can't believe someone would comment about your journal! That's really a bummer and reflection on them. I am glad you are continuing to use your journal in a way that works for you! (Hugs)

[@sabinemetscher6449]

Happy, colorful, fun start😍 Any of the ways you create in the different notebooks I enjoy them 💕🖋️📒

[@suzistinydesk]

❤omg thank you for the shoutout Mits! I feel humbled and appreciate it. Im such a fan of yer journals and yer content, found you to be so inspiring. Also Erin, i missed her tag. I agree with you, there are no rules of how and what a journal or journaling should look like. Wishing you an amazing 2025 ❤🎉 🤗

[@longdaysjournal]

Yes to vision boards! This is the first year U’m employing them- 1 inspired by each size/purpose journal. I do start with an inspirational word for the year or month and use sites like CANVA that generate the layouts as well as copyright free photos so magazines required! Boo to anyone passing judgement on what is or is not a journal! Following your example using ephemera and bits and pieces has proven to be the most satisfying and rewarding way of memory keeping and recording my daily life!

[@MyLifeMits]

OOhhh Thank you for the recommendation! I may try making one,... one of these days :D

[@brittany-parks]

I’m so sorry someone hurt your feelings. How you choose to be creative doesn’t have to meet anyone else’s “criteria”. That being said, I have really enjoyed watching your journaling videos for the last 10 years. ❤

[@BurningEdje]

We’re in the same boat 😅 Three weeks into january and I still havent setup my Hobonichi Weeks/A6

[@Anne-pg6xr]

I love your journal. You are so creative! A journal can be whatever you want. There are no rules or requirements in a journal. Sometimes I use just stickers or washi tape depending on my mood. I'm sorry someone made that comment to you. How wrong they are!

[@Hamburgerknees]

Also mits any chance you’ll get A5 onion skin notebook in your shop? ❤

[@MyLifeMits]

Hello! I am sorry, not any time soon, but I will take a note of it for future shop orders🙏🏻😭 Thank you!

[@snicklesfritz8449]

Good morning Mits. Do you have a knitting Chanel on KZbin? Do you have a knitting journal? I would love to see that! ❤

[@MyLifeMits]

Hello! Yes! @mylifeknits I think I have one video over there about my knitting journal and I also have mentioned my knitting journal several times in videos here. I have not updated it in ages though lol I need to make a video soon since I have so many FOs to share lol Thank you for asking!

[@Zuzu-72]

Hey MIT, I tried to order the same book you are using in this video.. can you please let me know which one ? Thank you.

[@MyLifeMits]

Hello! It is the Vertical weekly insert - dated version from Traveler's company. I hope you are able to locate it, but if you can't, just shoot me an email and I can help you :))

[@Hamburgerknees]

It IS a journal. People have journaled in different ways for thousands of years. Don’t let ppl invalidate you. People just don’t understand or are scared to be free

[@longdaysjournal]

You made my day! I was so waiting for YOUR 2025 TN set up as I’m vacationing in Los Cabo’s, Mexico and noodling in my passport size. I was also happy to see you are using 2 different calendars as I am using both the Paper Message Himekuri and smaller Himekuri Sticky calendar and Aldo have leftovers of the larger number calendar from last year and the travel calendar on the thin tracing type paper with different country landmarks from which I tear away the dates but use in my TNs when I’m actually documenting a trip. LOL. I also use a weekly dated version of the insert but somehow opted for a horizontal with memo pages on the tight side this year which is somewhat more disorienting. So, all the better to cover up the dates!

[@MyLifeMits]

OOoo I hope you are enjoying your time on your vacation! I am glad to hear that i am not the only one using the remaining calendar tear-away sheets from last year ;) Happy travels and journalling!

[@jessicaglasscock7094]

I went to a vision board event early this year. I have never made a vision board previously, but the host started us out by having us write down 3-5 goals for the year. She also had us choose a word to define and shape our year, and I chose: curiosity. I wanted to approach my interactions and daily life with a curious mind. I think when we do that we ask more questions, and we are less likely to judge others. It also brings back a sense of wonder again, like we had us children. Anyhow, once you have outlined all of the above, we cut out photos and words from magazines to put on a board that symbolizes our goals, ambitions, and dreams for the year. You can also draw or write things on the board. It’s really whatever you want to be! Mine is on my desk so I can see it every time I’m sitting there. I hope you have fun making yours!❤

[@MyLifeMits]

Woow thank you for sharing that, I love it!!! I think it is something I really want to try doing this year, thank you for the inspiration :)

[@jessicaglasscock7094]

@ you’re so welcome! You continue to inspire me to create with each video you make, so it was the least I could do 😊