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When Danny Gregory's life was turned upside down by tragedy, he learned to cope by teaching himself to draw. The result was a complete transformation of his life, his priorities, his career, and the way he saw the world. In handwritten chapters full of his lush watercolor illustrations, Danny now offers readers a program for reconnecting to their own creative energies, using drawing as an example. He gently instructs us in the art of allowing ourselves to fail, giving up the expectation of perfection and opening our eyes to the beauty around us. The result is the permission to express ourselves fully and take part in the creative process without fear. Artist or not, readers of all stripes will find inspiration in this unique and beautiful book.
Customer Reviews:
Great book for Drawing Inspiration.......2007-08-20
This was a good, inspiring book about drawing and the power it can have in your life. Mr. Gregory worked in advertising for many years and finally gave it up to become an artist, and began keeping sketchbooks as a way to grow. He gives lots and lots of examples and tips on what you can do yourself to enhance your creativity and draw more. His drawings are beautiful and for the most part his prose is very upbeat and made me want to get out there and draw.
I do have one quibble, though, and that's a tiny hint of snobbery in some of his text. For the most part he'll say "do your own thing" or "whatever feels right for you", which I think is the proper way to approach making artwork, but then he'll come out with something like, "only draw in ink" like there's something wrong with pencil. And "you have to go to New York because that's where it's at" which is utter nonsense for many people. This is the kind of thing that makes one think they have to do something a certain way, but to me making art is so personal that I think one should use whatever technique or style they wish.
That being said, I would definitely recommend this book for a good kick in the butt to get out there and get drawing!
Making drawing accessible.......2007-07-07
This is my favorite book as an introduction to illuminated journals. I tried books on "visual" or "creative" journaling, but for me, I just can't connect with abstract blocks of color and shape as symbols of specific insights or emotions. I'm a writer, a words person, but sometimes words just aren't enough for me for capturing a moment. So I looked at other books on illuminated journals, but they're so beautifully rendered by talented and experienced artists that they were too intimidating for me.
Then I found this book. Danny Gregory is a little overlong at the start when he talks about the value of creativity in general. (If you've picked up the book at all, you probably don't need that much persuading.) But once you pick up a pen, he really gets going. He covers the basics of drawing, and I love his analogy linking learning to draw with learning to drive. I also like that he asks you to dare to make mistakes by using a pen instead of a pencil. He doesn't even have you use an actual "journal" at first so you can comfortable with drawing.
I also like that he keeps the book simple throughout. A lot of these types of books have you off to the art supply store with a *list* within the first 2 or 3 chapters. Here, all you'll ever need is a black pen, and maybe some color pens or thicker pens later.
I was surprised to learn that as drawing goes, I'm not all that bad, and I'm certainly good enough for my journals.
A Review from Texas.......2007-06-28
I LOVE this book. I have dabbled at drawing but found it more work than pleasure. When I started reading Creative License I realized that it could be fun and relaxing. "Don't erase your mistakes" was a very liberating statement to me. Now I can't wait to see something that begs me to get my pen and paper out and DRAW!
The Creative License.......2007-06-02
Thoroghly enjoyed it. Will start doing the exercises tomorrow. Simple and effective for the busy schedule.
Encouraging.......2007-04-16
This book will either open your eyes to a new way of thinking about creativity or will serve as a confirmation if you have already headed down the path of self expression. Fun to read and lots of practice ideas included.
Customer Reviews:
When you don't know how or where to begin..........2007-10-08
I can't even tell you how long ago I read this book. It has to be more than fifteen years ago now. I had wanted to keep a journal since I was about seven. I would start a new journal and abandon it before it was barely started. I kept thinking I was doing it "wrong." After I read JOURNAL TO THE SELF, I started again and I haven't stopped. I have filled dozens of volumes since. Though over the years I have tried some of the various techniques the author describes, her biggest contribution to my journaling was just giving me permission to do it. All the the exercises just taught me that there is no ONE way to do it and there is NO wrong way. It still sits on my shelves with my other references, I pick it up whenever I start doubting myself again. I highly recommend it for anyone finding it difficult getting started or anyone wanting to delve a little deeper within.
'Journal Therapy'.......2007-09-15
I took this off the shelf to revisit after several years and was surprised that I had forgotten what a gem this book is! The book has a plethora of writing excercises and advice to guide you toward working out and through different situations. This is an excellent self help resource, and it's great for writers, journalers, and for healing.
This time around, I started out working from chapter 18 which is on Perspectives, Decisions and Roads Not Taken. When I finished that, I left the book out and have worked on several other excercises.
This is a book that I'd never part with because it is so versatile and useful. It would make a great gift item. This gives meaning to the saying "A book is a present you can open again and again."
A Healing Journey.......2007-09-03
As a therapist who wants to facilitate healing, and someone who has written a book about writing and healing, I want to honor Kay Adams' work--one of the first people who forged a path in showing the power of writing as a healing tool, and how words contain immense power to transform. In my clinical work, I look for emerging insights during the session. Sometimes it helps for the client to stop talking and to write in the silence of the session. The words on the page often reveal amazing insights and information flowing from the hand of the client, flowing from the the wise inner self. The idea that there is a self, a real self within is significant and important. There are many paths to transformation, and we need all the guides along the way we can get. This delightful, intimate book is indeed a guide that can be used by most people to discover personal change and transformation--showing us that what we seek is within us--that writing our personal history is one way to deepen our understanding of who we were and who we are becoming.
Don't wait one more second!.......2007-07-07
I bought this book a year ago and I was a bit scared to go into my inner depths. I've been following a few lessons recently and I am getting very good response from my inner self. This book is easy to read, but please do not get a wrong idea. The exercises are very powerful and have helped me conquer many of my favorite monsters: fear, pain, guilt. Do not think it twice, order it right now.
Wow!.......2006-09-18
Kathleen Adams really did a great job when writing this book. After seeing all of the good reviews on here I thought I would take a look at it in the store before purchasing it. Having just bought a writing journal and getting back into the journaling mode, I was looking for a new way of seeing journaling and getting ideas on paper. I have to say there is something in here mentioned for everyone!!! I really like how the author is able to provide some of her own journaling experiences as well as decent examples for the various styles mentioned in this book. Some of the methods in this book really inspires you to reach back in your past and apply some of these methods. I've learned a massive variety of ways to journal after reading this one, it was definately worth my time and money. I recommend this one for all people, whether you are returning to journaling or just beginning, there is something in here for you!
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As you've probably heard before, an unexamined life... may be pretty darn boring. You can remedy that with All About Me, a journal filled with checklists and fill-in-the-blank questions divided into 25 categories, including sexuality, ego, wishes & dreams, opinions, emotions, memories, and choices. What authors have affected you? Do you believe in God? What film can you watch over and over? Ever had sex on an airplane? Do you want to be buried or cremated?
All About Me can serve as a fine tool for improving your self-knowledge; it's also been used by couples who want to get to know each other better, and would make great fodder for getting a party going (especially the question, "Does a photo of you naked exist?"). If you're interested in self-actualization or improving your relationships, you'll find the book fascinating, while anyone just looking for a fun way to spend a rainy day or make a long trip go by faster will be rewarded, too.
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Is there someone special you'd like to open up to? Do you want to know yourself better? Self-discovery and self-revelation aren't easy. With simple but provocative questions,
All About Me is a great tool for self-reflection that spotlights everything your loved ones would be interested to know about you but never thought--or dared--to ask. Such as: Name a friend you should not have kissed. Describe a moment when you achieved absolute happiness. Recall a compliment that made you blush. Write about your most beautiful and your most horrifying memory of your parents. Does a naked photo of you exist?
The wide-ranging questions--from short yes/no's to open-ended ones that probe your psyche--are personal, direct, and addictively fun to answer. The basic specs, including blood type and annual salary, are also covered.
If you've ever wished that you or your loved ones had been born with an operating manual, your wish has been granted. Filled in or left blank,
All About Me is a perfect gift for everyone you care about--friends, relatives, mentors, and lovers. Published just in time for Valentine's Day, but also ideal for Mother's Day, Father's Day, graduations, birthdays, showers, and weddings, this unique book gives the best present of all: the gift of you.
Customer Reviews:
Makes a great gift!.......2007-05-14
I love this book! This book has questions that I would have never thought of. When answering the questions,it made me learn more about myself. My boyfriend and I completed one book each and then gave it to eachother. I learned alot about him and myself.
...And I thought I knew myself.......2007-03-17
I am a highly introverted person and think constantly about who I am, the world and the meaning of life. I bought this book thinking it would be a cute little book to look back on in twenty years. While some of the questions were very obvious to me, just as many had me thinking hard about my thoughts and feelings. I was surprised because I thought it would be a piece of cake. I got stuck many times and had to put it down and come back to it later. Some of the questions really got me on topics that never crossed my mind. WARNING, only buy this book if you are willing to be honest with yourself and accept your warts! It is a great little book for self-discovery.
Cute Book!.......2006-06-13
Cute book, I enjoyed this with my gf (now she is my wife).
We had a good time doing this, its not extremely deep but I guarantee you WILL learn something new about yourself!
Good questions, but otherwise boring.......2006-05-11
The book posed some interesting questions, but was pretty boring on the inside. No room for pictures or drawings...no colors. It simply asked questions and gave lines to write on.
Wonderful way to express yourself to others.......2006-03-25
I gave this to my boyfriend for valentine's day. He loved it! I filled out all the questions with the answers that I would put in there. He learned alot!
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All About Me now presents a powerfully revealing book for couples, filled with thought-provoking questions to capture your relationship in a meaningful yet fun way.
All About Me has given thousands of readers insight into the thoughts, feelings, and events that uniquely shape their lives. Now Philipp Keel has created an even more personal collection of fascinating questions--a fun, non-threatening tool designed to help couples deepen their relationships.
Unlike dry record books that merely account for dates and names,
All About Us gets to the heart of the matter by asking the questions that partners may be desperately curious about but hesitant to bring up, such as: If you could change one of your partner's body parts, what would it be? You have drawn blood in a fight with an ex (yes/no). Name a habit of your partner that you have proudly accepted.
With questions about romance and sex, daily routines and the life of your dreams,
All About Us will help you and your partner discover more about yourselves and each other than you ever imagined possible. Whether you fill it out together, separately, or ask and answer questions aloud, this unique book will help you to deepen your relationship and discover that, once again, love is the answer.
All About Us brings a new level of honesty and self-revelation to all couples. Destined to become the must-have gift for weddings, Valentine's Day, anniversaries, and any occasion with someone special, this is an irresistible treasure. -->
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Great wedding shower gift.......2007-06-27
I gave this as a wedding shower gift and it went over very well. Lots of questions for the couple to answer on their honeymoon and beyond.
Great Book!.......2007-02-24
My finacee and I have had this book for a couple of years now and we take it along with us on road trips. It is really great. There are questions that you never thought of asking and they provoke very important conversation....Strongly recommend to couples that want to strengthen there bond.
hmm.......2007-01-23
I liked the concept of the book, obviously that's why I bought it. But, by the time I got to the middle(I've bought this twic for two different relationships), my relationship was broken off. It was just time consuming...
Not very helpful.......2007-01-10
The book didn't really do anything for us. A lot of the questions were just weird and not particularly helpful with respect to building a relationship and getting to know your partner better. I didn't think it was worth the money.
Didn't get very far..........2006-10-28
I saw this book at the store and thought it would be a good idea for my boyfriend and I (2 years)to get to know each other better and communicate better, includung the little stuff. We only got a couple pages in before we had an argument. I plan on using white out on the questions about touchy subjects, especially in the "Before Us" section. What does that really have to do with "all about us"?
Book Description
Beautifully illustrated with black and white and color drawings from the journals of students in their acclaimed workshops, Visual Journaling makes this enjoyable tool for personal exploration accessible for everyone.
Customer Reviews:
Disappointing.......2007-07-07
I tried twice to get into this book, but just couldn't. As others have said, there's a lot of steps to creating a journal image presented here, but even after all that, I came up empty.
The process is certainly a messy one. The author suggests using chalk pastels which - as a non-artist - I found very messy and difficult to use, with chalk blending into places where I didn't want it to go. When done, you have to spray it with a smelly fixative to keep it from smearing or getting everywhere.
I also didn't connect with the book's examples at all. Many are in black and white, which didn't help. I didn't understand how the examples had anything to do with what they were supposed to symbolize. It's not that I was looking to get it "right," but how is this big blob of green and yellow any more meaningful than this big blob of red and orange? It seemed like a bunch of random splotches meant to articulate a mood or feeling, and I just couldn't grasp the connection.
It struck me as a one-size-fits-all approach, and I think that's where it came up short for me. I would've liked to see more than one method of getting to "what does this feeling look like" than the overly-simplistic "visualize it." If it were that easy, why would I need this book?
visual journaling.......2005-11-01
I think this book is a jewel for those who might want to "discover" themselves. I have used it many times to stimulate myself to write.
Excellent book.......2002-07-17
It is a journey to the deepest region of your soul. Easy to follow and very motivating to continue. Sets the innerself free.
Valuable to explore emotions.......2002-05-20
This six week program was helpful to explore emotions and to give me a structure for how to understand my many feelings. It took me longer than six weeks, but I still do the process to keep me in touch with myself. I got this book for a friend as well! We both love doing it together.
disappointed.......2002-04-25
I must agree with the other reveiwers who felt that it took the joy out of creating...I too found this book stifles creativity...the cover art is beautifull,the illustrations of journals inside are okay---but it is far too wordy to me...all this writing of intentions bogs one down and inhibits creative process..
I am an artist,therapist and use arts in my practice...
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- Very enjoyable
- Great book
- The Illustrated Discovery Journal
- A book for people who don't much care for words
- A spellbreaker to lead us to the beauty in the beast.
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This spiral-bound journal, conceived by Sarah Ban Breathnach, is designed to encourage writers to explore their life stories and unleash dormant creativity. Every two-page spread is exquisitely bordered by a wood print leaf pattern and includes a sage little quote to set the mood or beckon the muse (such as "People who keep journals have life twice." --Jessamyn West). The large format (11.25 by 9.75 inches) gives writers plenty of room to scrawl down their thoughts and even offers ample space for adding personal artwork or gluing in cut-out images. Several pocket folders are bound into the back for carrying clippings, postcards, or dry leaves--whatever whimsy dictates. Because it is spiral bound (with a sturdy wrap-around cover), writers can lay the book flat while at work--a major convenience.
Interspersed throughout the journal, Ban Breathnach has added suggestions for writing exercises and collages, plus discussions of themes such as "Success," "Mystery," or "Return to Self." In one spread, Natalie Goldberg is quoted as saying, "Your first job is to get your own story straight." There's no doubt that writers can do just that with this literary example of functional art. --Gail Hudson
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This spiral-bound journal, conceived by Sarah Ban Breathnach, is designed to encourage writers to explore their life stories and unleash dormant creativity. Every two-page spread is exquisitely bordered by a wood print leaf pattern and includes a sage little quote to set the mood or beckon the muse (such as "People who keep journals have life twice." --Jessamyn West). The large format (11.25 by 9.75 inches) gives writers plenty of room to scrawl down their thoughts and even offers ample space for adding personal artwork or gluing in cut-out images. Several pocket folders are bound into the back for carrying clippings, postcards, or dry leaves--whatever whimsy dictates. Because it is spiral bound (with a sturdy wrap-around cover), writers can lay the book flat while at work--a major convenience. Interspersed throughout the journal, Ban Breathnach has added suggestions for writing exercises and collages, plus discussions of themes such as "Success," "Mystery," or "Return to Self." In one spread, Natalie Goldberg is quoted as saying, "Your first job is to get your own story straight." There's no doubt that writers can do just that with this literary example of functional art. --Gail Hudson
Customer Reviews:
Very enjoyable.......2003-03-09
There isn't too much writing in this book actually. It revolves mostly around making series of collages from amgazine clippings, etc around different self discovery themes. This is a refreshing change from the usual "Write, write, write!" I found that I felt MORE creative and very relaxed. It's a fun return to the "paste and scissors" free-for-all of your early school days.
The only frustration I experienced was that you have to wait a while to gather up enough pictures in your theme before you can actually start putting a collage together.
The themes include: Authenic Style, Entertainment, Authenic Sucess, The House of Belonging, Return to Self, Mystery, Sacred connections, Spiritual Journey, and Someday.
I was surprised by what pops up out of your subconcious when you look at your pictures as a collection -something that isn't as likely to happen with just writing where you can tend to over-analyze.
Great book.......2000-06-15
But what is twaddle again? Guess you have to be from VA to know.....
The Illustrated Discovery Journal.......1999-11-30
As an Art student, I have discovered the power of creating through collages. It is an easy way for everyone to be artistic regardless of drawing or painting skill. Your creations can speak to you in a very powerful way and give you insight that would not otherwise be so easily accessed. I highly recommend this book for fun and discovery.
A book for people who don't much care for words.......1999-11-02
This book is twaddle for self-absorbed shortcut-seekers. For this author, words are impediments to expression. Enter at your own risk.
A spellbreaker to lead us to the beauty in the beast........1999-10-11
At first glance The Illustrated Discovery Journal may appear to be a simple book, and yet it holds a simple truth. We have forgotten as women, how profoundly beautiful we are. As we add the snippets of our lives and dreams to the waiting pages, a fairy tale unfolds before our very eyes. Sarah once again, in her brilliant simplicty is the fairy godmother who breaks the spell. She helps us find our beauty and truth beneath the beast that is reflected by the disappointments of our selves, our loved ones, our weight, our lost loves. We are all a glorious spirit waiting to be brought to life. Thank you Sarah for taking the risks to let us love ourselves for who we are, the glorious children of God.
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Remember those childhood days spent running in your bare feet, playing make-believe, and most of all, living life with wonderment? That youthful enthusiasm and playfulness are key to discovering who you are and what you love to do. Living Out Loud is the perfect prescription for a creative jump start to your life. Included are games, projects, activities, crafts, postcards, and playful ideas that will send you off on an exciting adventure, where you'll discover inspiration around and within you.
Customer Reviews:
Living Out Loud.......2007-09-21
I loved the little book which has plenty of exercises to fuel my creative energy.
LOVE IT!!!.......2007-09-19
I just got this book yesterday and LOVE IT! Only getting through the first few pages and already set my 33-Things To Do when I turn 33! Its an easy way to infuse creativity into everyday life which is exactly what I was looking for. Were all busy with family, work, obligations, and life in general This book is a good way to keep focused but still keep play and fun on your mind!
It's for females. Strong females but females........2007-04-20
My blog's gone flat these days and I was looking to color outside the lines a bit. Keri's book is great. The illustrations are fun and the tips are good but it's definitely targeted to women. I think I'll give it to my daughter when she's a bit older.
For instance: Under Solitude there is a page on "the Art of Resting" which depicts flannel pj's (I hate pajamas), endless cups of tea (I hate tea), it shows a woman sitting in a yoga position resting (I like to sit and relax just anyway I happen to flop down, I'm a terminally tired parent). All this stuff could be done by any guy, but the tone is clearly directed at gentle womanly stuff. Guys (and I've been characterized as overly sensitive) need an occasional aggressive outlet, it's just part of the biochemistry.
Good book, but read more carefully about it if you're male before buying.
Love Love Love this book!.......2007-01-06
This is one of my all-time favorite books! I love Keri Smith's style and try to emulate her creativity. Wonderful book!
Living Out Loud Review.......2006-08-06
I LOVE this book. It's filled with wonderful creative and inspiring ideas. I bought one for both of my sisters too!
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- This is so cute
- Lots of writing!
- I loved this book...
- Could've been better
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Create a unique, memorable and permanent record of this special time in your life.
This pregnancy journal will become a treasured place to record your special feelings, current observations and dreams for your baby-to-be. "Thought starters" on every page and beautiful photographs throughout will help you express your feelings, hopes and dreams for your child. And best of all, your finished journal will be a priceless family keepsake you will be thrilled to share with your child.
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Includes 126 "thought starters," which are open-ended phrases or sentences that guide you in writing down feelings, descriptions of home life and community, hopes and dreams for your child, and much more.
-Covers subjects from how you met your babyís father to what you most look forward to sharing with your baby after birth.
-Also supplies places to record what you ate, how you exercised, how you discovered you were pregnant, how you told the father, fashions and trends of the day and so on.
-Beautiful photography in two colors appears on almost every page, reflecting the themes of surrounding pages.
Customer Reviews:
This is so cute.......2007-07-26
I was looking for something personal and not just information regarding what I should expect during my pregnancy. This book is so cute and is a great way to track your thoughts, feelings, events, and ups and downs of your pregnancy. After looking at many different journals, I liked this one the most. I highly recommend it.
Lots of writing!.......2007-06-03
Love this journal but be prepared for a lot of writing. It's pretty thick and each page has an inspiring topic to write about. Easy to get carried away writing but hard to find the time with a toddler at home! Of course, technically, you can write as much or as little as you want. If I could change one thing though I wish that there was a more organized section on appointments and number/lab data. There's a page here and there throughout the book but it's hard to put all your info together in this journal.
I loved this book..........2007-05-13
My husband bought me this book when I was pregnant with my son. The topics were great and anytime the writing mood would strike I could flip through and find a good one. There were topics about the pregnancy and family, but there were also a few that were not about pregnancy. I did not finish all of it when I was pregnant and I wish I would have...but I hope it is something my son will enjoy reading when he is older, and he will know how much he was loved before we even met him!
Could've been better.......2007-02-17
It's a nice little journal with pretty pictures. It might be better though, if it were spiral bound, so it's easier to write on the pages. I would also suggest more blank pages for random thoughts.
A little disappointed.......2007-02-07
Buy this if you want to write out full page essays - not jot down little experiences.
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- The Artist's Way Morning Pages Journal
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The idea behind Julia Cameron's The Artist's Way is that by writing three pages, longhand and stream-of consciousness, first thing in the morning, you can overcome the obstacles that stop you from becoming your most creative self. This works partly because it forces you to create something (even if it is just a long list of gripes) every single day. It doesn't take much time. You're not even supposed to think. But the act itself gets you past all that self-defeating fretting about why you think you aren't a creative person. Cameron sees her morning pages as "a form of meditation," as "spiritual windshield wipers."
While Cameron touts the morning pages as a way of life, she suggests you start out doing them as part of a "twelve-week program to recover your creativity." If you would like to keep your first twelve weeks of morning pages together in one tidy place, The Artist's Way Morning Pages Journal is a fine tool for doing so. Each nearly blank page features an inspiring quotation from The Artist's Way: "Leap, and the net will appear," says one; "Creativity lies not in the done but in doing," reminds another. We should mention that many of these little inspirations include references to God, which may be troublesome even for spiritual atheists. --Jane Steinberg
Customer Reviews:
The Artist's Way Morning Pages Journal.......2007-04-10
My twenty-third and twenty-fourth copies. The first twenty-two are full and lined up in my book case. A magnificent tool for starting the day.
Morning Pages Journal.......2007-02-22
The "How to" of Morning Pages, divided into 12 weekly sections and thoughtfully filled with exerpts from "The Artist's Way." The Artist is offered the perfect format for writing the Morning Pages at the beginning of their journey to recovery. Large pages, generously spaced lines and "right on" spiritual support for healing the artist child within.
Frustrating to write in!.......2007-01-27
I have nothing against the idea of this journal, it's just frustrating to work with. As another reviewer mentioned, spiral-bound would have been a lot nicer. It is extremely difficult to write in due to the thickness and the binding. I am also left handed which never helps when trying to write in books. Instead, I bought myself a notebook that I love. It's much more pleasant to write in the morning, now. I'd save your money for something else that you would like.
Recommend to Accompany Workbook.......2007-01-18
Didn't think it was necessary but it came bundled with the book and I figured I'd have it if I wanted it. So glad I got it. It seems simple: just keep a journal. It's not really that simple. The pages, because they have inspirational smatterings of the book printed throughout, help keep you focused on where you are in the 12 week process. It's very useful and I would recommend anyone using the workbook to start, also get the journal. Once you're done you can always continue the morning pages in a generic journal, but to get going, this is the way to go.
Write one a day and you will be living the right way.......2007-01-03
The morning page journal is an excercise in discipline. To say the least it will require habits to be changed. When I began writing the morning pages it wasn't so easy to pick up a pen and write. Despite there being no rules except the one that says write. Often times I would find myself making excuses as to why I didn't have time. Although I found that when I did make the time I began to experience changes. Not just in writing. I began to feel more energy and as though my life was becoming less cluttered. I only spend about half an hour writing my free thoughts and limit myself to one page. Although you can write as much as you want. Really whatever comes to your mind. Think of purchasing this journal as like buying a piece of excercise equipment. Except this time it's for your mind. I have found that this journal is a great first step in developing habits to last a lifetime. Although it is geared towards your creativity there is so much more that writing can do for you. If you start doing it on a daily basis you will begin to feel changes. It will become easier to write everyday and your thoughts will come together better. You should also feel more inspired to take on tasks and conquer your day. Learning how to inspire yourself is the best tool you can use to make yourself a better person. By far this journal is worth much more than the price to me. I am very happy I purchased the Morning Pages Journal and I am sure you will be to.
Book Description
A CLASSIC GUIDE TO JOURNAL WRITING, Tristine Rainer's The New Diary takes readers beyond the rigid calendar diary they may have kept as a child or travelogues of family vacations. A blueprint for efficient, productive and creative diary writing, it is a tool for tapping the full power of your inner resources. With more than 100,000 copies in print, The New Diary is as much for the novice journal-keeper as it is for those who have kept diaries their whole lives. It does not tell you the "right" way to keep a diary; rather, it offers numerous possibilities for using the diary to achieve your own purposes, such as:
- Clarifying your goals
- Focusing inner energies
- Freeing inhibitions and releasing your imagination
- Using a workbook to explore dream
- Writing about your life: past, present, and future
Customer Reviews:
BUY THIS BOOK!.......2007-09-16
Fantastic book for experienced diarist or beginners. Beautifully written and easy to read, I will use this book for reference purposes in the future. I can't praise this book enough!
Autobiogrphy & Journalling studies.......2005-07-26
This book by Tristene Rainer is reccommended reading for this U 3 A course and although I have not completed my reading it is very helpful with good advice and pracices to do I would highly reccommend it to anybody beginning a Diary or journalling.
Outstanding Tool.......2005-06-15
I've kept a journal/diary off and on for over 20 years. The biggest problem I have is that I have been stuck in the little locked book/calendar frame of mind with my journal. Tristine Rainer gives her readers some really great tools to break out of that thought pattern. Before reading this I didn't fully realize that I was in this pattern of self-editing/self-consciousness with pretty much all of my journal writing. It really held me back. Instead of not having enough to say, not thinking that my life is interesting enough to track on a regular basis, I now feel freed to explore my inner life. The combination of encouragement and practical tools to do this make it an invaluable book for the journaler.
My only complaint is that the language is dated and I would like to see it updated. It took me out of the moment book too often.
Inspiring.......2004-08-15
After keeping a journal for the better part of the last decade, it had started to lose its lustre for me and at times even felt chorish. I felt I had nothing to write about and was guilty for no longer writing.
And then I read The New Diary. It reminded me of all the wonderful things about journalling that I'd forgotten and opened me to new techniques and tools. Most importantly, it stopped me laying a guilt trip in myself for not writing and helped me recapture everything I'd previously loved about my diary.
I would definitely recommend this book for anyone who's thinking of starting a journal or wants some inspiration to refresh their current one.
Inspiring...A Classic for a REASON!.......2004-02-15
Inspiring...that is the first word that comes to mind when I think about 'The New Diary: How to Use a Journal for Self-Guidance and Expanded Creativity.' I have to admit that I've kept journals all my life...but only sporadically...this book has really helped me to understand ALL that a journal can be and how wonderfully helpful, illuminating, and creative it may become if used in a "new" way..."new" in this instance means getting away from the "calendar" or methodical recording that goes on in most journals...which is how most of us were originally taught to keep our diaries/journals.
I think that this is a FANTASTIC book for beginners (and well beyond) -- especially those who journal only sporadically or repeatedly "give up" and throw out journals, feeling like we've failed at it...The New Diary will give you a NEW perspective!! With this book, you'll learn HOW to journal effectively -- what it really means, changing your perceptions of how it "should" be done...allowing you to use it more effectively in discovering yourself!!
I must say that when I ordered this book, I had NO idea that it was originally published in 1978...if I had known that I would NOT have ordered it...but, as it turns out, this was a VERY fortuitous oversight on my part!! The New Diary defiantly holds up 20+ years later!!! There is a rather timeless quality about the information found here and and even greater timeless quality to the way in which it is presented!! The "seven special techniques" are very helpful (and used time and again -- in their own special ways -- in various other books on Journaling)...these are techniques that seem perfectly logical and "mundane..." but they are in fact easily overlooked as journaling techniques by those of us bound to outdated styles of journal keeping -- using The New Diary as a reference once you've read it through will help you keep your journaling "fresh" --allowing you to get the most benefit from it!!
I also like what you DON'T get in The New Diary!! What you don't get here is a forced, stylized, and/or a pre-packaged journal that forces you to do it one way and one way only...this book allows you to get what YOU need out of the experience, rather than being told what you need and how someone else thinks you should do it!! All you get here (and it's MORE than adequate) is good, solid information which provides you with an equally solid foundation upon which you can develop your journaling skills!!
I really love how the author stresses the integration of ALL aspects of your life into your journaling -- using self-reflection and observation as a means to enrich journal writing!!
Finally...the examples given here of various journals -- allowing us to "see" exactly how a technique can be used...this was EXTREMELY helpful both while I was reading the book, as well as when I went back to it as a reference!!
I give The New Diary an A+ for content and usability...I think it will continue to be one of THE best resources on journaling for another 20 years!!
I Give it a B+ for price...it has a LIST price of 14.95...I got it from Amazon for 10.47...I much preferred paying the latter...if I'd spotted this at my local book store, I probably would have passed it up for something a little less expensive -- this was prior to reading it...now that I've read it and used it....I'd pay the 14.95 in a heart beat!!
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