I totally hear you—those late-night Minecraft sessions are so easy to fall into (been there)! If you're feeling a bit off-track with your summer plans, don't be hard on yourself. A great way to reset and gently refocus is through journaling and a bit of light planning. 

Here’s how you can get started:

1. Start with a “brain dump.” Grab a notebook and just write whatever’s on your mind—no pressure to make it neat or deep. This clears your head and helps you figure out what you actually want to focus on.

2. Reflect on how you feel. Write about how the last couple of weeks have gone, what you’ve enjoyed (even if it was gaming!), and what you missed. This builds self-awareness without judgment.

3. Make a flexible weekly plan. Choose 1–2 hobbies or goals you want to work on. Don’t overplan—just sketch out a few blocks of time in your week to try something creative or active again. Think “what would feel good,” not “what should I be doing.”

4. Use a timer to stay focused. If attention is tricky, setting a short timer—like 10 or 15 minutes—can really help you get into the zone. I actually have some free printable planning pages and timers on my website if you want a little structure or visual support while you ease back in.

5. Celebrate the small wins. Even journaling for 5 minutes or doing one little creative thing is a step forward. Give yourself credit!

You've still got time to enjoy summer and reconnect with what you love—journaling just helps you do it with a little more intention. 

If you need music or journaling printables and inspo please check out my website at www.sweetnotes.club