I've been writing Morning Pages for over 10 years - 3 handwritten pages each early morning - it really helps 'flush' thoughts and emotions out and helps me to better understand Life -- I high recommend "The Right to Write" by Julia Cameron -- who also wrote "The Artist's Way" -- it is a terrific habit to implement! Cheers from Texas !
Thanks for the video. You really opened my mind. Especially the line about how the lessons are inside of us and the book are signposts to discover them. Subscribed and I look forward to your future content.
Hahaha yes, I had that thought today, if I chose a specific medium to consume. It’d by far be books. Committing to your own interests, your own curiosities instead of conforming to other consumptions because others do the same is important. Also, love the idea of the intention of your current read. You notice a large difference when you go into it because you were swayed to read it compared to when you’re genuinely curious about it. Each line resonates, each line pops out the book and you fall into it. Now, lemme finish this video, cuz it’s a banger.
Committing to your own interests and consciously choosing what to consume is probably one of the most important things nowadays. There’s too much information already and 90% of it is a distraction. We HAVE TO develop our own filter. Appreciate your thoughts and support my man <3
I always tell people about this habit that I also have. some pages are so very boring, but there are some that are so raw. I love my notebooks, but I always end up destroying them once filled. I re-write anything worth keeping in a separate journal.
That’s a great idea. I’ve burned some of my journals in the past, and found it freeing… but I regretted that I lost some good entries. Next time, I’ll copy the good stuff over.
I always feel like I'm missing something in the ordinary/mundane. There is so much wisdom to be gained from every single page (sometimes even years later), BUT I bet destroying and rewriting saves a lot of space in the long run hahaha!
The Artist’s Way changed my life, and the practice of doing Morning Pages is a large part of that. To anyone with ADHD, if you need any tips to stick with it, I may have some suggestions for you.
@@yasarheidt Totally! I know daily journaling can be a hard habit for people to stick to. I have tried and failed a couple of times before I finally figured it out for myself.
@@energysourcelove More than happy to share. I’m passionate about my MPs. :) Sorry if this is long. I’ll split it over a couple of entries. 1. Find a time that works best for you. We deal with enough stress with ADHD already. If you’re a night owl, Night Pages might be a better fit for you. That said, I prefer the quiet morning before other people are up and before I get swept up in the chaos. If I can’t do it then, I get to it later. Your mindset can make or break you here, and flexibility helps. 2. Set a daily reminder on your phone, put your journal somewhere you’ll see it, or put up a posted note. Visual cues at least until you establish the habit (but I still need them now, since one change in my routine and I seem to forget Morning Pages ever existed lol ) 3. Set a (visual) timer. How useful this is depends on how much time blindness is a factor for you, but it can also help our dopamine-deprived selves take heart that it’ll be over in x amount of minutes. The Artist’s Way suggests 3 letter-sized pages in 30 minutes. Personally, I need more time some days.
@@energysourcelove 4. Don’t read previous entries before you write. You’ll get sucked down a distraction rabbit hole. If I read them it’s infrequently and to see patterns and insights. 5. Remember just showing up is far more important than the number of pages you write. If you can’t bring yourself to write three pages one day, don’t. Praise yourself when you do, forgive yourself when you don’t. You need pleasant experiences to encourage you to continue. Also, don’t be afraid if you skip a day (or two). You’ll know the difference between a legitimate reason from an excuse. 6. Try not to edit yourself too much. That’s good advice for anyone, actually. Sometimes you’ll write total, repetitive crap. Maybe most of the time. But sometimes you’ll write life-changing nuggets of gold. The key is just to move forward without expectations or judgement.
Hi Yasar, I stumbled on this video and enjoyed it very much. Your b-roll locations look great. May I ask, what country those were shot it? Liked and sub’d.
I have a suggestion for you, if you’re interested. Go back through your journal entries with two highlighters. One to highlight insights, one to highlight actions needed. I got this idea from The Artist’s Way. If you have years worth, maybe only go back a couple of months. You’ll be surprised at the patterns that emerge.
Great suggestion! I'd pretty much say the same: you have to work with what you've written. Morning pages are so powerful because they change the trajectory of your day. Regular journaling, on the other hand, would just be reflecting on the past for me. The pages won't magically make you a different person; they simply show you what you already know and what you need to implement.
@@The_Winsome_Pixie I really love this suggestion as my journals going back years feel like ground hog day with same struggles over and over. That is why I have stopped and started many times. It becomes proof of little to no progress.
When I write morning pages I prefer the rule of writing 3 A4-pages instead of a time limit of 30 minutes. Then, when I'm stuck I have time to think/reflect - that works better for me and now that it has become a routine, it takes 20-30 minutes per day ❤
Im glad there are other people listening to penemue. 😂😈 I am used to writing so i keep doing it despite the knowledge i have now. What is this world coming to😅
Making RU-vid videos have been in my mind for months , and the idea of writing in the mornings could help me get some good ideas , thank you for sharing this video, I needed that!!
I agree and believe we have the answers to our questions within us. Tip: towards the end of a MP session, start writing TO yourself using your name as if you were giving advice to someone you care about. Sounds crazy, but it works for me when I do it.
Back in my early 20s I’d write in my journal and thought it sounded so cringe. Looking back now they show how much I’ve improved, despite how cringy I sound! Thanks for the video👍
I love this!!! Great content and your clear and calm voice really helped in delivering the message into my brain. Great work and Thank you for this video. Lots of love. 💛💛💛
every video is simply an improvement of your skills and creativity, you're making such incredible progress, and I love being a part of it<3 (brb gonna write my morning pages now)
