Lately, I’ve been trying to slow down. Just a little.
Not in a big, dramatic way... but in small pockets of the day where I can pause and check in with myself. Journaling has become a part of that rhythm. Not the kind that feels like a chore, but something softer. A way to start and end the day with a bit more care.
In the mornings, I’ve been writing down three things I’m grateful for. Simple things. Like the sun coming in through the window, the way my tea smells, or how good it feels to cross something off my list. I don’t spend a long time doing it. Just enough to remind myself that there’s still good, even in the chaos.
At night, I’ve started using journaling to wind down. I’ll write about how the day went, or how I feel, or even just list everything that’s on my mind. It’s been helping me sleep a little better. Like I’m letting the weight of the day settle on the page instead of carrying it to bed.
I think that’s what intentional journaling is for me right now. Less about structure, more about space.
If you’ve been feeling a little scattered or stretched thin, maybe this is your invitation to slow down too. You don’t need a perfect routine. Just a notebook, a quiet moment, and a willingness to listen to yourself.
If you’re looking for a gentle place to start, the Noted Collection is what I’ve been using. I designed it to be simple and open-ended to reflect without pressure.
And if you already journal, I’d love to know what your practice looks like. What keeps you grounded? What’s been working for you lately?
Here’s to more quiet moments and softer days.
— Daisha