How a 5-Year Journal Can Transform Your Perspective on Life
A Half-Decade of Discovery: Uncovering Deep Insights with Long-Term Journaling
This year I started a new journal, and since I’ve been keeping it up for almost a full year, I want to share my insights.
This type of journal is called a 5-year journal.
I started it because I am a stationary addict and love journaling! Now, with continuous use, I realise the value it can bring.
Let’s dive in!
The 5-Year Journal
A 5-year journal typically has one page or one spread (two adjacent pages) per 5 years. It is split into five sections. You fill out one section per day, and next year you will fill out the next on the same day.
There are several brands out there, and I’m sure you can find the right one for you; however, it also works with a normal notebook as long as it has at least 365 pages!
This enables you to keep memories and observe change over time.
Capture Growth and Change
Documenting five years of life offers unique insights. I also observed some of them in my first year.
I write my entries in the …