Beginner's Guide to Bullet Journaling | How to Start a Bullet Journal
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 23 ส.ค. 2024
- The first video in a Beginner's Guide to Bullet Journaling series, I'll let you know what bullet journaling is and show you how to start one!
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I'm a man. I have full time school, am a full time paramedic, and have an autistic 17 year old foster kid. I have been gradually starting to just make lists because my life is beyond hectic. I started by just writing what needs doing and crossing it out. Then I stared making a list every day. Then making a month page and each day a task list with boxes to mark if it was done, started, or delayed. I finally started my first real bullet journal since I like the idea of trackers and finally finished my first ugly little tomoe river book. After a year of progressing to even the simplistic method I've used for the past few months, I found my life got so much more organized when I committed to writing things down every day. I used quite a few ideas of yours in it, thank you!
U do bullet journaling?
WOW! I’m happy to hear about your success in getting your life organized! Very encouraging. Thanks for sharing.💛
No 17 year old can be fostered they age out of care at 16 besides fostering doesn’t make it your kid
Good handwriting makes a difference and being a little artistic helps.... so since I have neither going for me ... I'll just gracefully bow out. This one looks great tho.
You don't have to be artistic! It can just be like an agenda and you can print things out (i do that a lot eek)
I started mine, just to track my reading habits. I’m not artistic and I’m left handed so it’s a bit smudged too. 🤷🏻♀️
phaniepack123 oh yah I have a notebook and I write down the title of the book I'm reading !
I will end up planning all the day and actually do nothing
I Stan Legends Only I can see myself doing this too 🥴
My dad spent 6 1/2 hours making lists of things to do while I spent 6 1/2 hours getting things accomplished.
I Stan Legends Only 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Theae are tips from Thomas Frank's video on how to stay productive or build a habit
Start small and build success spirals. The biggest mistake people make is they want to do a LOT in one day when they're not used to that sort of productivity. Choose to do one thing and stick for it for a week then slowly start to add in things
Acknowledge the existence of the chimp - There is always somethimg stopping you from doing a task, so make it easier for yourself. Organise your desk, prepare eveeything in the evening/morning...
Sit beneath the sword - set consequences for yourself for not doing that thing.
Start with why - ask yourself why what you're doing is important. My passion lies in writing, sometimes things no matter how productive are a waste of time and keep you from doing the important stuff.
I feel exposed now
I recently went back to using a refillable ring-bind paper planner in addition to my online calendar for appointments and reminders. While I like having the pre-printed calendar pages, I also like to design custom pages. I would consider giving this idea a try. The free-form style of a bullet journal will take some getting used to. I'm likely to want to shuffle the pages within a ring binder to keep like-things together. We'll see what develops. 😁
You make having a book of paper look really exciting. It's beautiful!
Any notebook can be exciting :) Thank you!
Your hand writing is so prettyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy!!!!
Yasss bitch yasss
Thank you for your video😃👍🏻. I like how your using just a regular notebook to start off, now It doesn't feel so intimidating or expensive , yay🤗!💗
I just use a 5.5x8.5 sketchbook from Walmart, very nice thick pages for under $5 - great quality and very affordable.
I was thinking the same thing. I kept seeing all these people dropping 50 bucks on notebooks for these things and I wondered if I could even start one.
If you're wondering where to pick up journal and stationery supplies, check out missrosieshop.com/collections/notebooks-planners for beginner's bullet journal items - with FREE Worldwide shipping!
I know l am late but my Name is Kimberly
This is just what I have been looking for. I'm in college and I often make lists when I feel stressed out or disorganized, but then the lists end up being all over the place in different notebooks! I'm going to try this type of journaling, I like how I have control over what I want to put into it.
Go for it! I think it would help a lot :)
I have to say that for beginners who want an affordable dot grid journal, pretty much identical dupe for the classic Moleskine or Leuchtterm but only cost me $5 from Michaels online, it's the Artist's Loft brand. No pen loop or pocket in the back, but has a really nice cover, elastic band, and two ribbon bookmarks. Plus really nice paper. Comes in lots of colors. It made me so happy! When you have an affordable journal to start in, you don't have to be so paralyzed with fear if you mess it up a little while you're learning.
I actually did a review on that notebook! I love it!
Whew...finally someone who explains the bullet journal process plainly and helpfully! Thanks for sharing :)
Watch pick up limes
She also explains very well
As someone who is completely overwhelmed by all things crafty - THANK YOU!! So refreshing to see a video that feels like I could maybe do this without needing a home office complete with a wall of washi tape options, ribbons, stickers, etc. Thanks for keeping it simple and taking it in baby steps :)
You are welcome! Definitely start where you're comfortable! It's all about productivity :)
I’ve tried bullet journaling in the past and I’ve never been able to keep up with it, but I need a planner system that works for me. I like the idea of bullet journaling and I’m in 8th grade going into 9th grade. I’m kinda scared for high-school and I need to be as organized as I can be. I think this video will help me a lot. Ik working on being organized while I’m in 8th grade and I think this method of planning will work me if I can remember to do it. I love the video and it was super helpful.
Is it just me who feels so inspired by her! :)))))
The "coming up" square is such a good idea! I have a friend whose birthday is on the first of the month and I always find myself getting caught off guard!
+Nick Loves yes! It's been so useful to me since I've started using it.
I love how you're just straight to the point.
I like this concept. the only issue I have is that my handwriting isn't that neat. I'm eager to get started.
Shaka Harrison yea same
you can also print stuff out !!
The concept isn't about tidy layouts at all. You can just use simple outlines without any comlex design. See method author's website: bulletjournal.com - it's much humbler there.
Shaka Harrison. If you want to improve your handwriting check out Studywithinspo . It is really helpfull!
Using an ultra fine point pen helps me make my handwriting more legible. Pilot makes may favorites.
I recently found out about bullet journaling and your videos are extremely helpful!
And your journals are even so pretty!
Ditto
I was finding all the BEAUTIFUL journals out there really daunting, but this made me feel like it was okay to do it my way. I want to do it well, and beautifully, but the whole reason I am looking at doing a bujo is I have become ridiculously busy lately!! I can't keep track of everything and have NEVER been able to do it. I don't feel like i have time to waste making it pretty. it has to keep my brain organised!!! You make it look easy. THANKS
You are so welcome! As long as it's functional and helpful, you're doing it right :)
I feel like my journal would have 4 pages bc I would have to rip out all the pages I messed up on. 😂😂
Ha! I used to feel like that too, but I just remember that it's just paper, mistakes are a part of life, and you can make those mistakes into pretty things if you get creative :)
Ginger Baby That is totally me too lol & you do rip pages out & make mistakes but you soon learn how to cover up lol lets just say stickers & washi tape come in handy!
Ginger Baby
A lot of people use sticky notes or washi tape to cover up mistakes (: but you really don't have to, everyone makes mistakes
I felt the same before starting mine. So I used a ringbinder, giving me the chance to remove pages I really do not like. And that actually worked out pretty well.
I’m just not started to bullet journal and I use pencil first then retrace in pen. I have a whole punch of erasable pens and markers lol
Hi! I am a girl in grade school who thought this would be a fun idea! I looked up “how to bullet journal” and this video came up! I found it very helpful and I’m going to watch the next one right now :)
Best tip ever: not migrating things more than 3 times! Love that!
Yes!
Best bullet journal video I've seen, by far.
totally agree
Emily Mitchell same
Love the "Tasks" & "Appointments" columns for the weekly. And also the recommendation to stick a colouring page (or something else) over a page one might think is ruined... I'm the type of person who might abandon a whole notebook if I ruin a page so this suggestion will likely save my entire bullet journal journey! ❤️
My bullet journal has little dots in it which makes it super easier to measure things. So if you want to start, I would recommend having one with the little dots.
your handwriting is incredible! I aspire to be that good!
iileovaldezii haha
iileovaldezii LEO VALDEZ IS THAT YOU???
oh damn I started looking what to do with my note book and now I have an obsession!
Really appreciate how simple your bullet method is to do. Some of these feel like I'll be spending all my days trying to make a pretty Journal that I don't get anything done. Thanks for the simplicity.
I’m glad you enjoyed it! Do what works for you!
This video really breaks down bullet journaling into simple terms, makes it way less overwhelming!
Make sure to watch in HD! Let me know what bullet journal questions you have and I'll answer them in the next videos!
Your handwriting is beautiful omg!
+Peyton Cook thanks! ❤️
yes- video tutorial?! Lol
YAAASS
I feel so bad reading all these comments about people who don’t think they can start bullet journaling. It’s not all about looking neat and perfect, it’s a planner you guys. Go for it
Looks like combining planner, journaling, art, creativeness, flow state(that's what I like to call the human mind should be left to do that where it works best state), its like combing all those with out hard structure on just how. Its left up to the person just how they want to do it, left to the whims. How freeing! I love that. These jounals help because that's how the human mind is its constant flow and its best to get things down and out; just something done with thoughts there not ment to stay. We work best with allowing thoughts to flow. That's why all the great success and thinkers have such success because they know to let the mind flow, plus being creative in some way is great for mental health and over all well being. So people reading the comments just get creative and let anything out in anyway you feel for you and her video as a grain of salt guide not as "this is the only way to do it" structure don't do that to yourself just let it flow. I read so many comments on her handwriting and I just wanted to gently let people know.. don't focus on such things because as you do you will learn something to get better at your own writing. Gahhh you hinder yourself by focusing on what your not right now instead of starting and becoming better as you go. Gahh I cant stand people self depreciating. Be kinder to yourself. OK that's enough from me. Later.
I've watched soooo many Videos about Bullet journaling, but I understood nothing untill I watched this Video. Thx😘
watched a ton of videos on bullet journaling but I have to say that this is the one for the beginners ....😘
Why does this all seem so gratifying and calming to me?
This is the first bullet journaling video that actually felt practical and clear. Thank you!!
Thank you!!! I've been planning for awhile but I really like this idea!!
Thank you for using an actual notebook and not just the lutchet1917. Ive been wanting to start for a while and every video until not have been using the same style notebook. Glad i was able to see this one. Very helpful.
I just bought myself a cheap bullet journal today with some supplies. I love writing, making lists etc. So I'm currently on a bullet journal video binge watch! Tomorrow I'm going to start my first journal, hope I like it as much as I think! I love journaling itself so much!
I hope you love it!!
Bullet journalling has helped me a lot at work. It helps to focus my goals of the day.
That’s great!
Your bujo key is so simple, I love it! I watched the og creator of the bujo's video and his key was overwhelming. Yours is perfect for beginners or even minimalists, in my opinion! I love it! Cheers!
Watching in 2018. I really like the fact that u took the time to explain but also showed how to do it I wanted to follow along . Only seen part 1 . Than you for doing this.
Thank you for watching! I'm glad it was helpful for you!
If you are a student and you feel like regular planners are going to be full really quickly or you don't want school to be mixed in with non-school related activities in your planner I suggest doing this. You won't have to mix your private stuff with your school stuff. It will keep you organized. I will start trying this for this upcoming school year. You just earned a sub. ^.^
+Nico Tobio Shoyo I hope it works for you!
I have fallen in love with the idea and freedom of bullet journal and this made me feel so much more comfortable and less anxious about starting one! Thank you!
I’m so glad!!
After 3 years trying the Filofax Planner craze...I finally understand how bullet journaling works...Thank you for sharing...I will subscribe to your channel.
So glad it helped you!
if i could just have your handwriting.
Ashlyn Thomas if you are having trouble on handwriting, maybe look up videos on how to do calligraphy , that is what I did and it really helped , after a few days I got the hang of calligraphy and my notes couldn't be neater
Ashlyn Thomas ikr
It's really OK if your handwriting is not good because in the end the purpose of bullet journal is to keep you tasks managed and increase you productivity, It really doesn't have to be artistic or beautiful that they show in videos !
@@forgetalex_ hey Alex, can you point out exactly what you had problems on & what videos via youtube help guide you plz🤗
@@theemperor2017 hey I had problems keeping my hand steady and approaching calligraphy altogether, and sorry I can't remember the exact videos but if you search calligraphy for beginners, there is a ton of content, hope this helps :)
Found your video while just browsing and this bullet journaling sounds amazing. I am planning to start as soon a the new school year starts that way I can prepare supplies and learn more about it. Thank you so much for making this video and continue to make them because it really inspired me.
You're welcome! I hope it works out for you!
Since June 2016, I've wanted to start a bullet journal. I decided to start one as my new years resolution, but when I got my supplies, I wasn't really sure where to start until I watched this video. I just wanted to thank you for making this tutorial.
I'm glad it helped!
Hi! I'm really interested in starting a bullet journal and didn't know where to start you just made it waaay easier. Thanks!!
Awesome! I'm glad it helped!
So many comments about handwriting...practice, practice drawing the letters slowly. Get a calligraphy notebook with lines to guide how tall the letters should be. Print each letter slowly until you are comfortable and then get faster. You are drawing, not writing. Drawing and concentrating on the form of each letter. It is a process that doesn't come fast so give yourself permission to go slow. People who have lovely handwriting also have scribbly penmanship if they write fast. Also the post is speeded up so she is not writing as fast as it looks. She is drawing each letter and she has done so much practicing so that it is easy. When you can draw the letters automatically, you have accomplished something that has taken a lot of time and you should be proud. Carrie didn't just put a pencil in her hand and write like this. She wanted to learn and had the drive to master the alphabet. You can to if you really want to. And just because you have a calligraphy pen in your hand doesn't mean that your letters will turn out like hers. You have to master the letters first with a pencil. Calligraphy pens have nothing to do with it.
I see so many bujo or study note videos commenting on handwriting like if you don't like you handwriting then practice.
Really liked this video. Very visual. No superfluous talking-straight to the point. If you're a fan of stickers or colorful markers we don't have to hear about it.
I really love your channel! It's simple, yet creative and inspiring. It makes me feel that I can do this - and since I've just bought a journal to try out bullet journaling for the first time EVER I need to know that! I appreciate the way you encourage us to make the journal ours (duh!!) and not be perfectionistic - AND functionality and productivity over beauty and aesthetics. Yet still having those elements. Thanks!
You CAN do it!!!
Just heard about bullet journaling - so excited. I'm an organization freak. ; ) Thanks for this beginners guide. Can't wait to get started!
I hope you have fun!
I love your writing!! I would love to start one but I'm not sure I'd be consistent with it...
I love how direct and clear your videos are! They really help and make it easy to understand.
Thank you!!!!! I love the laid back way you present bullet journaling....I've had mine for over a month, watched some other TH-cam videos and have been freaked out to start. You have given me confidence to actually crack open my notebook and get started. Bless you!
Wow, this is amazing. I really need to start one!!
+Annabelle Marie do it! 😀
thank you so much for taking the time to explain this in a way that makes it feel and seem so easy!! i was confused and overwhelmed before this video!
I'm glad it helped! It can seem overwhelming but it really doesn't have to be!
Thank you for giving the beginner stage of bullet journaling.
I've just recently discovered bullet journaling so found this really helpful. Thank you! Because I hate waste I'm using a goals diary that has a weekly spread but it has a bit of blank space so I have already customised it. The rest is in my reasonably new journal. So I'll run with this and experiment for a while but can see me moving to everything in one place so it can be indexed.
I watched three or four of these bullet journal videos I like the idea but the video wasn't very helpful. The moment you started the video I saw the journal I had for this and I got so excited- great video btw:)))
I'm glad you were able to make it work!
I like how she doesn't tell people to subscribe
It makes me want to subscribe
I was planning on buying a planner but it is July right now. Sadly, I can't start one now. I heard about bullet journals but I always thought they were too complicated for me. Now that I watched this video I am so excited to start. WISH ME LUCK. :)
I've been on and off with journaling over the years. Now I've gone digital with my writing while I've kept a separate journal for sketching. Google Calendar is where I keep track of my work schedule and appointments. It's been driving me mad not to have all things in one place, but I never found a suitable format for me. The bullet style journaling seems like the perfect fit, just by looking at this video and hearing what you have to say about it! Thank you for this inspiring video!
Definitely try it out for a couple of weeks to see how it works for you! I also use Google Calendar for appointments. My husband and I can see each other's calendars so we update our google calendar with important things (Dr. Appointments, work things, travel/etc,) but I also write them in my Bujo since I refer to that the most. It's definitely not one or the other!
I’m so excited to start doing this
Edit:I’m definitely not doing the index I’m gonna get it wrong but I’m gonna need to use a pencil
This was really helpful! I started using a bullet journal not too long ago but I'm still learning and trying to improve. I especially need to improve my penmanship lol
I've watch dozens of BJ videos and almost gave UP because most are so ...overwhelming, time consuming, complicated. Then I found your video and I've decided to give it a try. THANK YOU for keeping it simple. I think that's the point. xo
this.... this is what I needed and you also have a pleasant voice to listen to so I don't mind watching and I also love that you're not doing all these annoying hand gestures which people often do when filming just their hands
I have been seeing these everywhere. I need to learn how to write in pretty letters like you! I have OCD tendencies, but I am curious to start one. I think a crooked line or smudge would drive me nuts hahaha do you use any stencils for your layouts ??
I don't, I just use a ruler :)
Laura Jo Ortega I have OCD too
Laura Jo Ortega but you can totally use a stencil too!!!
your videos were huge in helping me get started! thank you thank you thank k you! I watched the 2nd and 3rd videos, but did you ever say what you use the right page for next to your monthly calendar?
Trackers!
Carrie Crista I went back again and ended up realizing it. and have started some of my own! I LOVE your videos, they've been so helpful! except now I want brush pens. 😉
Yes! I finally understand how to bullet journal! I ordered a journal and it’s coming tomorrow, and I’m just so ready to start!!!
Omg, thanks for liking my comment! My journal just came and I’m watching this to make sure I’m doing things right!! This was soooo helpful!! 💛💛
I've been making "notebooks" for about 15,... 20 years. I had NO IDEA they were called "Bullet Journals". :-) I love to cut pictures out of magazines/catalogs and use a glue stick to attach them to the page. Things that I may want to purchase or things that inspire me. Loved this video and I hope everyone has fun journaling.
Awesome!
that's a great idea!!
Can you please do I handwriting video.. and talk about styles of handwriting and how to kind of do them
+amaya jackson definitely!
I Love this! Why havent I seen this before?!
I need to get one of those :D
get what ? a notebook from Target ? congrats
+NewNomads Hilarious!
congrats
I had never heard of this before but saw this so I started. I am obsessed now and get so much more done. I love your handwriting 👌. Thank you
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Thank you! I'm glad you've found it useful! Make sure to check out part two! Thanks for watching ♥
Love the video. I use planners, but I like this idea to keep in my purse for quick jot downs and then I can tranfer what I got done in my planner.
I wish I had good handwriting because when i started doing this it looked horrible!
Just keep practicing!
How would you recommend I journal my daily thoughts, jottings from books I read, spontaneous or pop up ideas say when I'm not with my journal, spiritual activities, to-do list at home and work. Please do I keep a one bullet journal for all of this. It seems impossible. What do u advice.
You could always note it on your phone and add it to your journal later?
Hi Carrie! i am so thrilled to have discovered bullet journaling! I can use my creativity in a new way!!
Awesome!
After watching several "how to bullet journal" videos this is the first one for a true beginner. Thank you! I feel less intimidated now. On to your next video... 😃
lovely - thanks - love your accent
Thanks! ♥
Wait... what accent?
loved this video! any tips on knowing if a bullet journal vs a planner is right for you?
I decided to make the switch when I realized I wasn't fully utilizing my planner/was buying multiple planners trying to find one that fit me.
honestly just use what you think would be more fun for you! i loved my planner, but there were parts of it that i didn't like. i decided to make the switch when i saw all these amazing bujo ideas on youtube. it can be overwhelming at first, but you'll find your own style and what works for you! i was willing to put in the time and being the creative person i am, try out diff ideas. you can also check out studyign's video on bujo vs planner
Try a planner if you don’t have time/don’t like to draw and outlying and stuff
anna ii
It's nice to see a video that uses a regular notebook instead of the dot matrix ones - especially with this notebook - I have one just like it that fits nicely in my purse (just as a notebook - haven't started a bullet journal just yet)
Best bullet how to I've seen on TH-cam! Thanks!
I'm so glad you liked it!!
Hi!! Uhmm. I have a question. Do you think it's okay if i use a blank planner (like it has a format of a planner but w/o the dates etc) for my bullet journal?
Hello! I know this video is a bit old, but if you can respond that would be great! Do you recommend I use a bullet journal if I'm a student to write down my assignments in? Our school provides us with an agenda, but I never use it and I'm always forgetting my assignments. Again, if you could respond, that would be lovely!
If you think it would help, I say go for it! I have a video specifically on using your bullet journal for school- check that one out!
You really explain things well and make this seem less intimidating. I've never been able to do a journal or calendar for more than a few days before I give up on it. I'm looking forward to trying this technique - thanks!
OMG this is so helpful. I have two small businesses and I would like to make sure i have everything organized for my personal business, and then my second one. using a regular planner was so hard for me. I love this video so helpful
really helpful!
Which video do you see what to do with the blank page on the opposite side of the monthly calendar
That's where you put trackers :)
Thank you so much for making this video!! I've been really wanting to make a bullet journal but I always thought I had to buy a certain notebook that has the dots on the inside. But this is literally the basics for the beginners and I am SO happy that you made this!!
I've been using a FiloFax for years. They were originally created to do this I think. BUT, I've NEVER seen an Explanation of how to USE one like this, It's brilliant.
Can you use a notebook that has darker lines? Because the notebook I have right now has got darker lines
kpoptrash 1906 r u an *_ARMY_*
I just purchased a great coloring planner with psalms .How do I incorporate this with the bu jo because I really want to use it
I think you'd just have to find a way to adapt collections and trackers to put into the new planner.
A coloring planner of Psalms sounds awesome. I've never seen one. Would you provide the brand and where you purchased? Thanks
Christian Book distributors Coloring the psalms
Ginnie Augustine thank you so much
your welcome
Bullet journals have always seemed really complicated to me but thus has made it so much easier!
So glad it was helpful!
I’ve watched plenty of bullet journal videos to get started, this was the first that made it look easy and straight forward. Thanks
I would love to do this but my handwriting is awful. What should I do?
Do it anyway! It's all about function :)
999,999th viewer
Woah.
My anxiety just kicked up a notch at the fact that, *that number isn’t round.*
I'm just learning about bujos. Thank you for taking the time to explain clearly and keeping it simple.
I've been wanting to start a bullet journaling. In all honesty, most bullet videos I have watched tend to be over whelming which leaves me not ever wanting to actually start. But this video, Cassie made it super simple I love how you made a series and made it simple as possible. I can't wait to start :)
I'm glad these videos helped break it down better for you!