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So I felt like a lot was churning over my mind over and over and I decided to write each type of goal / idea / thought into an exercise book for each topic (that’s what I had lying around). 

First off, why one book per topic? 

I just feel like my brain is so scattered right now, that having one book per topic helps take it from my mind, write it down and let it go. If I had one book for all topics sure it might work, but what if I want more than one page to write down my thoughts on it? 

Secondly, now here is the cool bit. I can decorate each of the books to style it how I want. So not only is it cool to look at, it will entice me to use it. Just so I can take a look at my cool art work at the front. 

Thirdly, the serious planning begins. Now it can be a bit daunting. I have so many thoughts on the topic, where do I begin? Especially when a blank paper looks at me. There is no right or wrong way. Just do what feels right. For me, I started by putting the topic as the title page first and some dot points of what it would include. 

Fourthly, as stated above there is no rhyme or rhythm, just get everything out of your mind so you can focus on what you really want to. 

And you could have an exercise book or notebook for every aspect of your life! Start by writing your thoughts and then write some goals, write your challenges and solutions on how to conquer these challenges to reach your goals. Write down your resources and the steps you need to help you achieve your goals. 

Now, why do I suggest psychically writing this all down? Because using a device isn’t going to help you connect with your mind and soul. But using your hands to write down the words and stories that are playing in your mind, will definitely feel like a soulful experience. 

When you write things down, a pattern starts to emerge and the focus areas you really want to develop, shines through you. You feel lighter. You want to smile at the thought of it. This is where you need to focus your energy. 

I used to be a published author and I wrote all my first draft books by pen and paper. I felt this was a better way to connect to my story and characters and let my voice come out rather than an empty white digital page on my laptop. 

Obviously, if you prefer do this digitally, do it. But for me, I can draw shapes and pictures, use coloured pens and I find the thoughts can come out easier and quicker due to using pen and paper and designing the page what bests suits my thought process. 

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