# Practical Guide on How to Use a Bullet Journal for Better Mental Health ![rw-book-cover](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81KWg3PNhML._SY160.jpg) ## Metadata - Author: [[Tiana McBoz]] - Full Title: Practical Guide on How to Use a Bullet Journal for Better Mental Health - Category: #books ## Highlights - Journaling helps structure your thoughts as you write because this way, you are talking to yourself ([Location 61](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07HKMXSC3&location=61)) - More often than not, there are things we do not want to share with anyone, but they still need to be talked through. A bullet journal helps identify the underlying causes so that you can act on them. ([Location 63](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07HKMXSC3&location=63)) - With a bullet journal, it is easier to have a glance at what уоu are aiming to accomplish mid- and long-term because having your plans, goals, and directions outlined in front of you helps you act on them. ([Location 74](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07HKMXSC3&location=74)) - Journaling eliminates unnecessary worry You sometimes ask yourself, “Can I achieve this?” “Do I have the time to complete this task?” “How can I remember what to do today?” ([Location 81](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07HKMXSC3&location=81)) - Having all your information in one place teaches you to assess if you can squeeze one extra task in between or better to refrain from it – a crucial time-management skill. ([Location 89](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07HKMXSC3&location=89)) - Journaling enhances your self-esteem ([Location 92](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07HKMXSC3&location=92)) - Overcoming difficulties and documenting it in your bullet journal will make you proud of yourself and raise your self-esteem. ([Location 98](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07HKMXSC3&location=98)) - If you make it a habit to just write things down without necessarily thinking them through, it will help you learn better what you really want to do, your needs, interests, hobbies, aspirations, and a lot more. ([Location 106](https://readwise.io/to_kindle?action=open&asin=B07HKMXSC3&location=106))