What Journal shoud I get?
For many people, it is what you actually write in your journal that gets you stuck. You get a few sentences down, and then find yourself staring at the ceiling for an hour. For others, writing comes easy. Its what they love to do and they cant seem to run out of ideas. No matter which of these you are, you still need to get a journal to start with before you can start writing or try to start writing. What is the best type of journal for you?
What do you picture when you think of the perfect writing journal and the perfect experience? Do you picture a hardbound journal covered with pictures of beautiful flowers? Do you picture a beautifully bound leather journal? Leather journals are great for journal writing.
Moleskine notebooks are popular notebook. They are very tough and you can get them in many different varieties. The pocket size moleskine is great for traveling with and carrying wherever you go. You can get ruled or blank, and many other varieties.
Are you worried about the expense or do you just want something simple? You don't have to spend a lot of money or buy something really complicated. You could buy a college spiral notebook if you want. Even if it's only a dollar.
This is great for those who want to start journaling but live on a budget. Theres no reason why a nice marble composition notebook wont work great for you. If you want to go a little fancier, but stay cheap, buy a nice 1 subject 5 Star notebook.
Did you have one of those little diaries when you were young that came with a cheap lock and universal key? If you still have it, use it as a journal. It'll be fun and may bring back a few fond memories.
In addition to these, there are hundreds of different types of notebooks you can write in. Just because youre cheap, doesnt mean you need a marble notebook, and just because you travel a lot, doesnt mean you need a leather journal. These are just some basic guidelines if you arent sure what to get.
In staying with the spirit of journaling being about you and your own personality, use what you love. If you must, go to the store and stare at all the notebooks. Choose whichever one is calling you, or mimic how you will write in one and see if it feels write.
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