{"id":10008,"date":"2026-10-13T06:23:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-13T10:23:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chandraalilijah.com\/?p=10008"},"modified":"2026-10-14T20:43:22","modified_gmt":"2026-10-15T00:43:22","slug":"how-to-actually-complete-a-journal-by-c-alilijah","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chandraalilijah.com\/index.php\/2026\/10\/13\/how-to-actually-complete-a-journal-by-c-alilijah\/","title":{"rendered":"how to actually complete a journal by C.Alilijah"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, you want to get into journaling? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A hobby, a practice that requires a notebook, vulnerability, strength, and endurance to keep going.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Let\u2019s Get Into It <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The art of journaling <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s a practice for me. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I buy glued-bound notebooks with cheesy covers or hard finishes. Writing in those keeps me motivated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Journaling is a brain dump that\u2019s between you and God, if we get literal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s a practice where you can let it all out and not fear judgment if someone is reading or watching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So, no. Don\u2019t be careful about what you put. Write it down. Tell that story. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I journal <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There\u2019s no set schedule. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I start a new journal, and it could take months to finish, maybe two quarters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The beauty of journaling for me stems from needing an outlet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My mind was cluttered. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I was starting a new chapter, new jobs, and needed somewhere to decompress. Put it down on paper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Create my own paper trail. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I began around April 2023, and each year has a set of journals that are different stages of my journey in my 20s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is my story. The narrative and point of view that I felt during those times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you read one of my journals from 2023 compared to today, you will see growth, improvement, and more self-love. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Someone with a sense of direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s the beauty of the process. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What do you talk about <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Everything. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It doesn\u2019t matter if I am having a good or bad day; I am pulling out the journal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I got so attached to the journal one day that I said to myself, \u201cHey, it\u2019s okay to not pull out your journal at the party. Please, socialize.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The journal became my safe space, so when I am at that party, I don\u2019t have to force myself to talk to people. <em>The journal is my people<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That made me stop for a bit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I was becoming too connected to my journal in an unhealthy way. It\u2019s okay to enjoy partying, despite my love for writing and keeping track of my thoughts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My journal isn\u2019t just random affirmations and prompts. I store ideas, concepts, test theories, and reflect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s a space for me to develop myself without the noise of others. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How do I approach journaling<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It starts with believing that good things happen when you put that pen to that paper. Change is coming. A new chapter is opening, and you are the author.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don\u2019t be afraid to be honest and real with yourself. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>You need <\/em>to be honest with yourself, and the journal can be that starting point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A pretty notebook that represents your style is a good start. Think of the binding: do you want it to open like a paper book or a sheet of paper attached to a spiral?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are you more into multimedia note pages? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Think of the design first. You want your notebook to be cute. Something fly that you enjoy actually writing in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I started with simple glue-bound notebooks. Ones that feature circle shapes with smiling expressions or scenes of Italy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Finding a journal is <em>the <\/em>easy part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Knowing the type of pen you like is the second part. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Putting that pen to the paper is the ultimate goal. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">That\u2019s how you get started. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-pale-pink-color has-text-color\">Recommended Posts<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list wp-block-latest-posts is-layout-flow wp-block-latest-posts-is-layout-flow\"><li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/chandraalilijah.com\/index.php\/2026\/10\/15\/are-you-scrapbooking-or-junk-journaling-by-c-alilijah\/\">Are you scrapbooking or junk journaling by C.Alilijah<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/chandraalilijah.com\/index.php\/2026\/10\/13\/how-to-actually-complete-a-journal-by-c-alilijah\/\">how to actually complete a journal by C.Alilijah<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/chandraalilijah.com\/index.php\/2026\/10\/12\/how-to-style-sweaters-in-the-fall-by-c-alilijah\/\">How to style sweaters in the fall by C.Alilijah<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/chandraalilijah.com\/index.php\/2026\/10\/11\/i-told-you-it-was-spooky-szn-by-c-alilijah\/\">I told you it was spooky szn by C.Alilijah<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/chandraalilijah.com\/index.php\/2026\/10\/10\/dont-the-spookiness-get-to-you-by-c-alilijah\/\">Don&#8217;t let the spookiness get to you by C.Alilijah<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Well, what should I write about  <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I provide <a href=\"https:\/\/chandraalilijah.com\/index.php\/2026\/08\/03\/journal-prompts-to-have-a-groovy-august\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/chandraalilijah.com\/index.php\/2026\/08\/03\/journal-prompts-to-have-a-groovy-august\/\">monthly journal prompts<\/a> if you need some guidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Each month, I give you about five prompts to discuss goals, missions, thoughts, and how to achieve them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If that\u2019s too broad, start with your day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Daily journaling <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Write down how your day started and how it ended. Get in the habit of tracking your routine to help organize and manage your time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The little things are what make journaling impactful. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t overthink it <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I never knew people were shocked about the concept of journaling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your mind feels calmer and quieter when you rid yourself of what&#8217;s clouding it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Try it; you can start on a regular piece of paper before you get down to the nitty-gritty. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Let&#8217;s Talk About It<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Are you ready to journal?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Journal prompts are good for you. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":10020,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","apple_news_api_created_at":"","apple_news_api_id":"","apple_news_api_modified_at":"","apple_news_api_revision":"","apple_news_api_share_url":"","apple_news_cover_media_provider":"image","apple_news_coverimage":0,"apple_news_coverimage_caption":"","apple_news_cover_video_id":0,"apple_news_cover_video_url":"","apple_news_cover_embedwebvideo_url":"","apple_news_is_hidden":"","apple_news_is_paid":"","apple_news_is_preview":"","apple_news_is_sponsored":"","apple_news_maturity_rating":"","apple_news_metadata":"\"\"","apple_news_pullquote":"","apple_news_pullquote_position":"","apple_news_slug":"","apple_news_sections":[],"apple_news_suppress_video_url":false,"apple_news_use_image_component":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_access":"","_jetpack_dont_email_post_to_subs":false,"_jetpack_newsletter_tier_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paywalled_content":false,"_jetpack_feature_clip_id":0,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_post_was_ever_published":false},"categories":[1,376,371,6],"tags":[685,1053,244,56,1033],"class_list":["post-10008","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-posts","category-lifestyle-content","category-self-care-blog-posts","category-whats-new","tag-c-alilijah","tag-how-to-journal","tag-journal-prompts","tag-journaling","tag-october-2026"],"apple_news_notices":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>how to actually complete a journal by C.Alilijah - The Chandra Alilijah<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Completing a journal starts with intention. 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