I remember seeing some discourse regarding Bullet Journaling, but I'm struggling to find the post. So, instead I'll leave this here.
In addition to the original Bullet Journal videos made specifically by the creator of the Bullet Journal, this video does a great job at breaking things down in a way that's reasonable. And not based upon aesthetic.
That being said, please don't think you're a terrible person if you take the time to make your Bullet Journal aesthetically pleasing. For some, that aesthetic is desperately needed to ensure use of the system. For others, it's more intimidating and becomes a hindrance.
Just remember to be respectful of what others choose to do with their journals. If they go for the very simple variation, applaud them. If they take the time to make their journal aesthetically pleasing, applaud them. So long as they are using their system in a way that works for them, encourage them. Applaud them.
But also lift UP the ones that aren't as aesthetic because that is a HUGE and CHRONIC issue. People look at Bullet Journals on pinterest or they google, and are hit with these wildly gorgeous but nearly impossible designs to recreate due to lack of resource -- be that time, markers, or even the skill. And it can immediately scare them off from the concept, especially if they do not realise the true history of the Bullet Journal. This means simplistic designs need to be raised up and applauded JUST AS MUCH. So please consider reblogging, sharing, or otherwise lifting up simplistic designs when you find them.
Let's encourage the freedom to BE minimalistic or simple and let us put the spotlight on them just as much to ensure they feel welcome. Because otherwise.... it gives the illusion that one is not succeeding with a Bullet Journal unless it looks pretty when that was NEVER the intention of it's creation. 🧡 (Direct link to the above video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jkZEEQG6IVE | Channel name: How to ADHD)
