how i built a journaling system that actually works | beginner friendly

in this video, i’m sharing how i’ve slowly built a journaling system that actually works for me. from morning pages and creative dumps to daily planning, learning french, and storing my favourite recipes. if you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by journaling, bullet journaling, or “how to journal” videos, this is a simple and realistic approach for beginners who want to be more intentional, more offline, and more in tune with their thoughts. we talk about: how journaling helps with self discovery & mental clarity; morning pages (the artist’s way method); my muji notebook and pen setup; how i organize multiple journals without overwhelm; using journaling for creativity, planning, faith, and reflection; building a calm, minimal journaling routine for the new year this video is for you if you’re trying to slow down, romanticize your routines, reset your mindset for the new year, or build a more intentional life through writing. timestamps 00:00 resetting into the new year 01:10 the importance of going analog & why journaling matters 04:30 how to start journaling as a beginner 05:15 my muji pens & supplies 07:55 my a5 leather journal setup 13:26 my passport size daily journal system 16:45 best place to start: morning pages explained 19:00 journaling tip for faith & gratitude 20:03 leather journal giveaway ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ✧✨ giveaway details ✨ ✧ i’m gifting two of you a pocket sized leather journal cover that i handmade 🤍 to enter: – follow me on instagram (linked below) – leave a comment on this video – dm me on instagram saying “journal” -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- open to canada residents or anyone with a canadian shipping address. the first two people who complete all steps will be contacted by me directly. instagram:  / itunu.mov   watch my diy leather journal (louise carmen inspired) setup video:    • diy louise carmen leather journal (dupe), ...   planner inspo video:    • My Pocket Notebook System (finally feeling...   🎥 watch next:    • 📝 toronto diaries - life in toronto      • wellness reset vlogs