# The Journaling Method that WILL Change Your Life in 6 Months (5-Part Journaling System in Detail) ![](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/jeqQ3UV1Thg/maxresdefault.jpg) ## My Journey to the 5-Part Journaling System [(00:00:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=0s) - The speaker uses a self-created journaling method called the five-part journaling system. [(00:00:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=2s) - The speaker decided to share the method publicly due to the positive response from others. [(00:00:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=17s) - The five-part journaling system is designed to help individuals use journaling for self-improvement and personal growth. [(00:01:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=63s) ## Q&A1: Why I Use a Binder for My Journaling System [(00:01:24)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=84s) - An A5 six ring binder and date stamp are used instead of a traditional notebook for journaling. [(00:01:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=96s) - Using a binder allows for the flexibility of printing new inside pages each month and organizing them without dealing with empty pages if a day or two is skipped. [(00:01:41)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=101s) - Journaling consistently is easier with this method because there is less pressure to write every day. [(00:02:04)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=124s) ## Q&A2: Why I Print My Journal Pages [(00:02:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=128s) - Pre-printed journal layouts eliminate the need to create layouts, allowing for a focus on content. [(00:02:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=134s) - The layouts are designed to promote personal growth and self-improvement. [(00:02:21)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=141s) - The speaker has experimented with various journaling layouts and prompts over time. [(00:02:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=146s) ## Q&A3: Why I Use A5 Paper Size [(00:02:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=152s) - The speaker prefers a more portable journal size than the larger, standard school notebook size. [(00:02:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=154s) - Using a full letter size page causes the speaker to feel obligated to fill the entire page, which detracts from their desired journaling experience. [(00:02:43)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=163s) - The speaker may create a letter-sized version of their journaling system if there is enough interest from viewers. [(00:03:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=185s) ## Overview of the 5-Part Journaling System [(00:03:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=192s) - The five-part journaling system consists of two future-focused parts and three past-reflective parts. [(00:03:18)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=198s) - The five parts of the journaling system are: Yearly Goals, Future Log, Habit Tracker, Daily Journal, and [[Monthly Review]]. [(00:03:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=202s) - Setting aside a specific time and place for journaling, although not mandatory, can provide a valuable perspective on life and personal growth. [(00:03:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=222s) ## Part 1: Yearly Goals [(00:03:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=230s) - The first page of the five-part journal is an overview of yearly goals, including three most important goals and ten goals to achieve by the end of the year. [(00:03:52)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=232s) - It is important to revisit these goals daily to maintain focus and progress towards achieving them. [(00:04:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=248s) - When writing in the journal, a horizontal page format is used to prevent any interference with the writing hand. [(00:04:29)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=269s) ## Part 2A: Monthly Future Log [(00:04:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=285s) - The Monthly Future Log is a subcategory of the Future Log and is used for recording important dates and big monthly goals in chronological order. [(00:04:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=287s) - Important dates that can be recorded in the Monthly Future Log include birthdays and anniversaries. [(00:05:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=300s) - The Monthly Future Log can be used to note the specific timeline of goals to be started or completed each month, providing an overview of the year and helping to break down goals into actionable time frames. [(00:05:05)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=305s) ## Part 2B: Weekly Future Log [(00:05:16)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=316s) - This method of weekly future logging is an alternative to the app [[Notion (productivity software) | Notion]] and can be done on paper. [(00:05:26)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=326s) - This weekly log helps to organize daily tasks by color coding them based on priority level to manage them more effectively. [(00:05:33)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=333s) - There are five color options available for the weekly future log. [(00:05:52)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=352s) ## Part 3: Habit Tracker [(00:05:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=356s) - The habit tracker, inspired by James Clear's book "Atomic Habits", emphasizes the significance of small daily habits in achieving yearly goals. [(00:05:56)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=356s) - Users can track their daily progress by filling in circles, with a full circle representing complete habit adherence and a half circle indicating partial completion. [(00:06:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=375s) - The updated version includes a page for tracking habits using numerical or measurement-based formats, offering an alternative to the yes or no circles. [(00:06:32)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=392s) ## Part 4: Daily Journal with 5 Prompts [(00:06:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=411s) - A five-part daily journaling system includes prompts for pebble, change, true, truth, prayer, and gratitude. [(00:06:57)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=417s) - It is recommended to keep the daily reflections concise and to allow the process to flow naturally, focusing on the prompts that resonate with you each day. [(00:07:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=440s) - A link to a video explaining the five prompts in detail is available. [(00:07:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=432s) ## Part 5A: Monthly Review (Wheel of Life) [(00:07:33)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=453s) - The Wheel of Life is used for monthly self-evaluation by rating satisfaction in four areas: relationship, health, wealth, and growth. [(00:07:47)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=467s) - Each area in the Wheel of Life can be further divided into subcategories and rated on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the highest. [(00:07:54)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=474s) - Connecting the scores on the Wheel of Life provides a visual representation of overall life balance and helps identify areas for improvement. [(00:08:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=488s) ## Part 5B: Monthly Highlights [(00:08:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=529s) - The monthly highlights page is used to record memorable positive and negative events at the end of each month. [(00:08:55)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=535s) - Reviewing these events can promote personal growth and increase gratitude. [(00:09:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=541s) - Entries can be made based on reflection or by transferring content from daily journal entries. [(00:09:15)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=555s) ## Section Tab Pages [(00:09:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=563s) - The speaker uses tabs to separate months in their journal for easy navigation. [(00:09:37)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=577s) - The tabs are made from cardstock and have titles on them, such as "Live By" for motivational quotes. [(00:10:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=603s) - Sticky tabs are used to mark pages that are referenced frequently, like habit trackers. [(00:10:41)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=641s) ## Conclusion [(00:10:49)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=649s) - The speaker uses a five-part journaling system daily, which is the most updated version as of 2024. [(00:10:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=651s) - The purpose of the video is to explain the five-part journal system to those interested in trying a new journaling system. [(00:11:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=661s) - The speaker hopes the detailed explanations were not boring and presents the information as a thank you to those looking for a system to help them grow. [(00:10:59)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=659s) ## Giveaway Details [(00:11:14)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=674s) - A giveaway is being offered to 10 individuals for free access to a printable five-part journaling system. [(00:11:20)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=680s) - To enter the giveaway, details can be found in the description. [(00:11:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=687s) - It is recommended to watch the previous journaling video to determine if the journaling system is a good fit. [(00:11:33)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeqQ3UV1Thg&t=693s)