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Pens<\/h3>\n You don\u2019t need a fancy pen by any means \u2014 any pen or pencil will work.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n
Markers<\/h3>\n Again, markers are not required, but I like to color code my calendar items so I can quickly see who is doing what each day (I have a large family).<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n
Washi tape<\/h3>\n Washi tape is a fun addition if you feel like getting artistic. You can use it to separate sections or make sections on pages.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n
Stickers<\/h3>\n These stickers can make your bullet journal even more useful. I don\u2019t have the best handwriting, so stickers take it up a level.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n
Stencils<\/h3>\n I cannot draw straight lines or shapes, so stencils come in handy.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n
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Putting it all together: How to use your bullet journal<\/h2>\n Now that you know more about the bullet journal, it\u2019s time to put it together.<\/p>\n
The bullet journal setup is one of the most exciting parts.<\/p>\n
Remember, the bullet journal is supposed to be flexible and fit your life, so there is no best way (other than the way that works for you).<\/p>\n
This video from Bullet Journal gives the perfect introduction.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n
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Now it\u2019s time to use it!<\/p>\n
Start by rapidly logging any critical items in your daily journal, including tasks, notes, and events. Use it to declutter your mind and keep track of essential items.<\/p>\n
Mark tasks as complete if completed during the day, or cross them out if they become irrelevant.<\/p>\n
Every evening, take a moment to reflect. Review your daily log, mark any tasks as complete, and refine\/eliminate any tasks as needed.<\/p>\n
Review the previous day\u2019s daily logs in the morning, and set up today\u2019s daily log. Also, check your monthly spread to see if any monthly to-dos or events need to be completed today.<\/p>\n
At the end of each month, you\u2019ll do a monthly reflection, which includes the following:<\/p>\n
\nReview the past month (both daily and Monthly pages) to find any open tasks that need to be completed in the next month.<\/li>\n Check the future log to find any tasks or events in the following month.<\/li>\n Reflect on the importance of each open task and event. Does each item matter when considering your overall life goals? Can anything be eliminated that isn\u2019t significant or doesn\u2019t matter?<\/li>\n Set up the following month\u2019s monthly spread. Migrate any open items that must be completed to the new month and set up your calendar.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nBullet journal transfer<\/h2>\n When you have fully used your bullet journal, or when a new year comes, you\u2019ll go through the process again of setting up the index, future log, custom collections, and monthly\/daily spreads.<\/p>\n
Transferring bullet journals is another excellent opportunity to reflect on what\u2019s important and allow only things that matter into your life and schedule.<\/p>\n
Try it out!<\/h2>\n While I don\u2019t see many bullet journals in my corporate workplace, I can\u2019t help but think this tool would be beneficial to so many as they run from meeting to meeting and juggle projects.<\/p>\n
I\u2019ve gotten a lot out of the journal. Having had \u201cget organized\u201d on my New Year\u2019s resolution list for the last 15 years (and many failed attempts to make it happen), I needed something to help me organize my life.<\/p>\n
I spent many years being the last person to respond to a group text regarding an event, the first to forget something, and the one shopping for food to bring to a party at midnight the night before. The challenge to keep up is real!<\/p>\n
I\u2019ve tried many other planners and methods, but this is the one that works for me.<\/p>\n
I think that the many daily check-ins are key. I review my bullet journal in the morning, log items during the day, and check it at night. It\u2019s become a central part of my life that\u2019s reduced my anxiety and increased my ability to identify critical tasks and get them done.<\/p>\n
Finally, if you look at Pinterest or other bullet journals, you\u2019ll see that artistic journalists have created works of art with their bullet journals.<\/p>\n
However, don\u2019t worry if you aren\u2019t artistic! I have little to no creative talent, and my journal has been the most helpful tool. The goal is to use this tool to live your most productive life, where only the most important things make it to your to-do list.<\/p>\n
Your\u00a0future self<\/a>\u00a0with thank you.<\/p>\nBullet journal monthly calendar printable<\/h2>\n Now that you know how to put together a bullet journal, you may find it helpful to use some free printables or bullet journal templates to set up specific pages.<\/p>\n
Get your bullet journal monthly calendar printable here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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