Jot down short journal entries during work breaks in Notion. This minimal approach to journaling through a combination of to-do lists, links, ideas, reflections, or mood tracking is a great way to journal on the go. Below is an example of how this non-database method works.
What Is Interstitial Journaling?
In short, journaling during breaks or implementing proactive breaks. Interstitial journaling encourages short bursts of reflections as a opposed to one long session at the end of the day to empty one’s mind. For example, a single entry may look like "Call mom," or "I just wrote 300 words!," or "I procrastinated a bit but found this really cool link."
As well, interstitial journaling combines task management with journal reflections to create a better awareness of one’s relationship with their work. This approach isn’t for everyone, but can be useful as a reflection between tasks and projects to prime next actions.
Example
Jun 24, 2021
- ‣ I need to focus on thumbnails. I wonder if using Canva has too many limitations for design.
‣ I just wrote 300 words! The introduction and general outline is complete for my interstitial journaling article.
Complete draft 1 for
‣ Focus on community project?
- Yes, it is important for building an audience
- Yes, mutual learning and quick growth through feedback
- Yes, there are benefits for monetization
‣ I procrastinated a bit but found this really interesting article about interstitial journaling to aid my article
‣ Remember to call Edgar about party arrangments
Call Edgar ‣