by Bakari Chavanu | Jul 9, 2025 | Advice
I’m thrilled to announce the publication of my new book, Writing the Change I Want to See: 300+ Social Justice Journal Writing Prompts About Race, Inequality, Gender, Climate Change and More, now available on Amazon! This project has been a labor of love, taking...
by Bakari Chavanu | Dec 14, 2023 | Advice
As we approach the end of another year, it’s the perfect time to reflect on our journaling journey. Journal writing is more than just a record of our days; it’s a mirror reflecting our thoughts, emotions, and experiences. It’s a tool for...
by Bakari Chavanu | Apr 15, 2022 | Advice, Interview
I’m pleased to present part 2 of my interview with Sharon Boggon in which she shares her advice about journal writing and how to make it useful. You can read part 1 here. Because you write every day, can you share how journal writing is helpful to you...
by Bakari Chavanu | Apr 10, 2019 | About Journal Writing, Advice, Resources
When I finally get around to working on long range projects, my journal becomes my counselor for working through my procrastination and frustrations, a coach for keeping me motivated, and a light bulb of ideas for completing projects. I know for certain I would have...
by Bakari Chavanu | Mar 27, 2019 | Advice, Day One Journal App, Resources
When I started journaling in the early ‘80s, I looked forward to purchasing at least one new notebook every year and filling it up with journal entries. But after I started using the Day One journaling, my journal writing increased, and I got even more out of the...
by Bakari Chavanu | Dec 31, 2018 | About Journal Writing, Advice, NaJoWriMo Preparation
Whether you’re new to journal writing, or have amassed several volumes of journal entries, a new year is always a great opportunity to reflect, plan, and make goals for personal growth and enriching your life. The following is a set of recommendations for using...
