We are not going into the last month of 2020, this year has been a rollercoaster of a ride and I think we all need a bit of Christmas and laughter to recharge and nourish our minds and souls. Using a bullet journal is one tool I use to keep organised and to help me be the most productive with my time.
Allocating time to design my next month in my journal is one of my self care activities, I can relax and I get time to be really creative. I have shared my December spread which is a simple spread to inspire your December designs or even to start using a bullet journal.
1. Cover page
I decided to include an overview of the month on the cover page, this can help me plan things with a quick glance rather than getting out my calendar. I wanted to do more doodles for this spread. It is always good fun to busy out the colouring pens and start doodling, I find it so relaxing.
2. Mood tracker
The mood tracker or mental health tracker is such a beneficial page to include in your monthly spreads. I can track patterns and see what triggers and the effect they have on my mood and productivity. I decided to use a tree theme throughout this months spread as it is the lead up to Christmas. It is always healthy to check in with yourself and how you are feeling.
3, Habit tracker
Using a habit tracker is so helpful in holding myself accountable for daily or weekly tasks that I want to achieve, I chose the most important ones I want to focus on this month. I want to make sure I am being the most productive with my time.
4. Self care tracker
Self care is vital to a healthy nourished life and this tracker is a new addition to my monthly set up. Regularly making yourself a priority is a way you can feel relaxed and refreshed and avoid the dreaded burn out. I listed a few inexpensive activities to show yourself some love.
5. Sleep log
Another new addition to my bullet journal is a sleep log. I have struggled with my sleep for a month or two now and so I decided to create a log where I can track my sleep and highlight any patterns that could be a problem.
6. Blog stats
This page is so helpful and I have been using this set up for months. I am able to look back and see the growth of my blog each month and whew I need to put in more effort. I recommend if you are a blogger, that you record your blog statistics so that you can track your progress.
7. Blog schedule
This page is another new addition as I usually record this in a separate notebook, however having it all in my bullet journal with help me stay organised with my blog. I have been using a blogging schedule for a while now and it helps me plan content ahead of time and I avoid stressing to find time or content to put out there, it makes blogging so much more enjoyable.
Ooh I love these minimalistic trees! My Christmas theme is a bit chaotic 😂 but I do have the same spread ideas! Great to see another Christmas theme ☺️
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These are really nice ideas ~ Peshy xx
Good timing! I am currently been struggling to choose what color palette should I choose for this month’s theme. It’s overwhelming but thank you so much for this simple and easy to setup bujo theme 🙂
Glad this has been really helpful ☺️
I love your design. Your bullet journals are so pretty!
So cute!!! I have added a blog schedule for December. It’s a wonderful idea. Thank you ❤️
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I loveeee this spread! I love how Christmassy it is but also really minimal and tidy. So cute! Best of luck with your goals, self care and habits in December! x
Thank you so much Jenny. Have a great December x
Gorgeous!! I love the Christmas design because it looks like something even my unartistic self could get on board with.
Thanks for sharing Lauren, it is gorgeous x
It’s super simple. Thank you for reading and leaving a kind comment Claire x
Great idea and so cute! I love the habit and self care tracker.
I really like this and will try to make an effort to journal in a more organized way in the New Year — you’ve given me some inspiration!
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Thanks for sharing these brilliant ideas, I love how pretty these images are!
Thank you!
I love the minimal, abstract tree design you’ve got going on this month! It looks so clean yet creative 🙂
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Thank you so much ☺️
I love your December spread! It gives off that Christmas vibe but nice and minimal. It’s such a clean design that I would totally want to use something like it.
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I love the mood tracker. Great post. 😍
Thank you!
I never really used a bullet journal before, but I love the concept. Thanks for sharing!
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This is adorable! I love all the fun, festive little trees all over everything. How can you look at that and not immediately start thinking about the holiday season? Right?
I am just getting started in bullet journalling but I never considered adding a sleep tracker. That being said, sleep is something that I have always struggled with, so it’s a great idea!
Yeah me too, I am replying to this at 4:49am as I haven’t been able to get to sleep. I definitely recommend a sleep log. If you need any help or ask any questions be sure to dm me about bullet journalling. Enjoy your journal journey ☺️
I love that you have added some new pages to your bullet journal! The sleep and habit trackers are great ways to keep up with how you are doing personally. I also love that you have pages for staying on track with your writing/blogging. And, as always, the festive decorations resonate with me!
Thank you so much Jaya! ☺️I really appreciate your kind comments on my blog posts.
Lots of great ideas here. I definitely need to schedule my blogs better and I love the idea of a mood tracker.
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I love this theme – it’s simple but still has that Christmas feeling.
Thank you!
Love this! I started a bullet journal this past year. But I must admit, after covid hit, I didn’t use it too often. I’ll definitely follow your ideas! Thanks for sharing!
This is a good bullet journal. I’m doing mine too this month. Thank you for sharing.
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Your bullet journal spreads are always so creative & fun!
I love your theme & the mood tracker with the trees! The self care tracker & sleep log sound like good additions to your bullet journal.
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Love your bujo setup!
Im still in process of planning tho for my bujo, thinking that will be a cozy home theme.
About the trackers list- neither of them i have currently tried except the schedule which i really need the most at this time.
The blogging schedule is helpful. I hope you finish your bujo set up soon ☺️
I love the Christmas theme! I love the mood and habit tracker you’ve included! Great job!
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Gorgeous theme !
What an amazing post! I love how great all of your bullet journal photos look! I have zero talent for writing and calligraphy, so I’ve never tried bullet journaling! I kinda want to try now 🙂
I am still no where near where I want to be with it, but I keep practising and YouTube is a great help. There are lots of other simple lettering that looks effective to start with. Thank you for reading and commenting.
I love it! So pretty and Christmassy… And I love that you track things like your mood and self care – so important! ❤️️
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A bullet journal with to do items is always great! But December adds a lot of distractions and of course much needed holidays so it’s particularly needed this month. Thanks for sharing,
Definitely a busy month. Thank you for reading and commenting Mark.
I love the idea of a blog schedule. This is definitely something I need to add to mine.
It is so helpful. I have a post about designing one to if you need any tips!
I will try including the mood tracker and self care pages in my journal. This article was extremely helpful. thank you so much for sharing!
I am glad you found it helpful. Thank you for reading and commenting.
I’m constantly impressed by different bujo layouts. People get so creative and artistic with them. It makes me wish I had those skills, but I think I’d just be stressed out if I had to create my calendar each month like this. HOWEVER, I love looking at everyone else’s! Yours is gorgeous. The festive trees are so fun!
Thank you so much! I loved designing this one.
Definitely give it a go! It is so much fun and great to use the designing for the month as a part of self care.
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I love your handwriting! I really want to do a bullet journal, but I feel like I need to practice with my handwriting first, as I hate it haha! A self care tracker is such a good idea and a great way to encourage you to do it xx
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You should just start, it’s a learning process. My first bullet journal wasn’t perfect but I learned different tips and tricks etc. Thank you for reading and commenting.
Just like everyone else, I loved your Dec bullet journal’s design and as well as new additions. Mood tracker and blog Stats are my favorites. Thanks for sharing such great tips and ideas. Happy Holidays:)
Great suggestions, I think bullet journaling sounds really interesting- and definitely something that keeps a lot of people on the right track. Thanks for sharing x
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