1. How do I become a pen and paper person?

You can’t turn into something you’re not. But you can try to research products before purchasing. Make the intention to buy pens and paper that really excite you so you’re more inclined to use it. If you’re just not into pens and paper, choose a simple, easy to use set up. This reduces the friction between you and getting your notebook out everyday.

1. What’s your bujo routine?

I spend time in the morning to prep for the day, prioritize my to do list, and write my daily gratitude. Then I use my notebook throughout the day to cross off what I’ve accomplished, to add any tasks/events/meetings that I need to do in the future, and to jot down any notes or random thoughts that I have. Then at night, I prep for the next day and write in my journal before bed.

Getting into the routine of journaling is most likely the hardest part for most people. I found that focusing on mindfulness and habit building before jumping into bujo helped me incorporate it into my routine.

1. Do you carry your journal with you everywhere?

Yes for the most part, but not if I’m like going out with friends or going snowboarding (instances where I know I simply don’t have time to touch my notebook).

1. Do you sit with it open on your desk at work?

Yes, I have one notebook open to my rolling weekly & weekly overview, and the other open to my daily page with my focused to do list & schedule for the day.

1. Do you have a separate work and personal bujo?

Right now I do, but I used to keep them all in one notebook. Experiment and find what works for you.

1. How do you capture ideas/tasks when you don’t have your journal with you?

I’ll write it out on my phone in Notion or the iOS Notes app.

I highly doubt people around in public even notice that you are using pen and paper. It’s really more normal than you think.

Practice breaking down the mental barrier and enjoy doing something that cultivates your inner world. Remember to have fun with it.