Anyone journaling and how is it going?

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Registered: 11-15-2007
Anyone journaling and how is it going?
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Tue, 11-27-2007 - 11:57am

I am finding it a great tool...


Grace

Be like a postage stamp.  Stick to it until you get there.

Bob Proctor

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Registered: 02-28-2007
Tue, 11-27-2007 - 4:36pm

I used to keep a traditional journal book but wanted something that would be quick and easier so I switched to using a calendar as a journal created on MS Word.

 

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Wed, 11-28-2007 - 1:03pm
I sat down and finally did some of my online Christmas shopping.I included in my

Miss P




 

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Registered: 07-14-2003
Wed, 11-28-2007 - 5:48pm

I've been a journaler off and on for years. I've done it online, in Word, in writing in a notebook etc. One of the most effective things I did was buy a soft-sided notebook holder and fill it with wide-ruled notebook. Then, I cut out pictures and used colored markers and things every day. Each month, I drew a chart in and took measurements and weight. I got away from it for some reason.


As a gift to myself for Christmas, I'm going to start another one. I had pictures of "my perfect arms," the "rules" for clothing for my body type, etc. I cut out sayings and inspiring words from magazines and from these message boards even! It was really inspiring.


I think what happens with me is that I get to a place where I'm happy and then give up the journaling (and other things) that helped me get there. I think I'll know I've finally grown up when I realize and follow-through with all the good habits even after I've met my goals :). I am pretty good overall and looking back at old journals, I have come a Long Way, Baby from where I was. It's nice to look back and see what worked, what didn't, etc.


If you've never seen it, take a peek at Oprah's Make the Connection Companion Journal (it's kind of old now); it is really a nice journal. I've tried other pre-fab journals, too, but I liked that one the best of all that genre.


Judy


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