Journal
Remember what you wrote
Methods, psychology, and the practice of writing yourself.
I started journaling years ago, sporadically. Then more consistently. Then I started wondering why it works.
This section is where I share what I've learned — about the methods that worked for me, the research behind them, and why writing is one of the oldest tools we have for remembering.
Most posts are notes from personal practice. Some dig into research. All are free to read.
Why people journal
To remember
Writing anchors moments in memory better than thinking alone.
To reflect
Slowing down to put thoughts in words reveals patterns we missed.
To process
Putting difficulties on paper makes them easier to handle.
Articles
Day One Alternative: Map-Based Journaling Without Subscriptions
If you're looking for a Day One alternative that doesn't charge monthly, you have more options than you think. This is a look at map-based journaling and what makes it different.
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How I journal
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Morning, 10 minutes
Every morning before coffee. Not a ritual, just a habit. Ten minutes is enough to catch whatever's on my mind.
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Simple categories, not fancy systems
I don't use elaborate frameworks. Just a few categories: what happened, what I noticed, what I want to remember.
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Photos when relevant
Sometimes a photo says more than three paragraphs. I attach it and move on.
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Weekly review on Sundays
I scan the week. Spot patterns. Sometimes I'm surprised by what I'd already forgotten.
A tool I built
While exploring journaling, I realized I wanted something that combined writing with map-based memory. So I built Remember — an indie iOS app.
Free up to 100 entries. One-time €4.99. No subscription.
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