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Are you looking for a cozy and creative way to embrace the beauty of fall? It’s the perfect time to slow down, find new routines, and collect your thoughts. There is no better time than now to start or reignite a journaling routine! From creating your ultimate fall bucket list, to mental health check ins, to collages and mood boards, these 80 beginner friendly ideas will help kickstart a mindful practice that fits seamlessly into your daily life.

1. List Entries
2. Classic Journal Entries
3. Routine & Planning Entries
4. Junk Journaling/Scrapbooking

List Entries

If you love making lists as much as I do, these are some ideas to get your pen moving! You can always spice the lists up with doodles, pictures, or stickers. Make it colorful if you want or just keep it simple. The idea is having space for a brain dump when you need it. Some of the lists are for those spontaneous moments and can be added on at any time, while others serve as a fun and creative exercise.

1. Fall Bucket List
2. Fall Movie Watchlist
3. Baking Ideas
4. Halloween Movie Watchlist
5. Halloween Costume Ideas
6. Ideas for Self Care Dates
7. Coffee Shops to Visit
8. TV Shows to Watch
9. Songs that Remind You of Fall
10. DIY Craft Ideas
11. Fall Dates with Loved Ones
12. Spooky or Cozy Reading List
13. Grocery List
14. Podcasts to Listen to
15. Ideas to Revamp or Freshen Up Your Home
16. Daily/Weekly To-Do List
17. Names of Plants You Own
18. Things that Make You Happy
19. Gift Ideas
20. Favorite Quotes

Classic Journal Entries

For when you desire to explore your thoughts and ideas. This may be the most important and genuine expression of journaling, but it is definitely my weak spot. Prompts like these help me zone in and pick my brain without the pressure of someone else reading. For writers, it can be a great exercise for creativity and imagination.

1. “My Perfect Fall Day”
2. Fall Movie Reviews
3. Book Reviews
4. Fall Traditions You Care About
5. Write About A Coffee or Pastry You Indulged In
6. Review A Coffee Shop
7. What Are You Thankful For?
8. Write A Goodbye Letter to Summer
9. Write How Fall Makes You Feel
10. Diary Entries
11. Daily Notes of Gratitude
12. Mental Health Check In
13. Something New You Learned
14. How A Song Makes You Feel
15. Make A Playlist for A Friend or Character with Reasons for Each Song
16. A Love Letter to Yourself
17. What Makes You Feel Nostalgic?
18. Monthly Recaps
19. What Can I Do Better?
20. How Do I See Myself In 5 Years?

Routine & Planning Entries

I love my planner, but it doesn’t always have the room I need to keep my life fully organized. Pair it with some journal entries to keep things under control. It can feel like a chore for some, but overall beneficial in terms of self accountability and growth. Plus, it’s a way to eventually reflect on routines and practices from your past to see what works for your life and what doesn’t.

1. Monthly Planner
2. Weekly Planner
3. Habit Tracker
4. Short Term Goals for School or Work (Monthly/Quarterly)
5. Morning Routine
6. Evening Routine
7. Meal Planner
8. Party Planner (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Dinner Party, etc.)
9. Long Term Goals for School or Work (One Year/Five Years)
10. Cleaning Routine
11. Fall Budgeting
12. Subscriptions You Have with Prices & Due Dates
13. Project Planning for School or Work
14. Pet Care Schedule
15. Plant Care Schedule
16. Workout Routine
17. Decluttering Routine & Checklist
18. Travel Planner
19. Birthdays to Remember
20. Health & Wellness Goals

Junk Journaling/Scrapbooking

For when you want to capture the mood, without too many words. I mainly like to use visuals when I’m journaling, even when I’m just planning my day or writing a list. I’m a shameless collector of things like ticket stubs, napkins from vacations, post cards, pretty packaging, etc. Junk journaling provides a way to not only make use of these items but keep them in one safe space. It can be a fun way to engage your imagination and bring personality into your writing.

1. Fall Vision Board
2. Collage of Outfit Ideas
3. Mood Boards for Fall Movies
4. Collage of Fall Decor Ideas
5. Receipts and Souvenirs from Shops You Visit During the Season
6. Movie Tickets
7. Collage of Halloween Decor Ideas
8. Tracing and Capturing the Colors of the Leaves
9. A Keepsake of Fallen Leaves
10. Polaroids from Trips and Dates
11. Mood Boards for September, October, and November
12. Mood Boards for Halloween Movies
13. Pictures of Your Baked Goods and Cooked Meals
14. Collage of Costume Ideas
15. Your Favorite Fall Colors
16. Mood Boards for your Favorite Fall Songs
17. Characters Aesthetics
18. Drawing/Painting Your Favorite Scenery
19. A Collection of Fallen Leaves
20. Doodles for Fall

I hope these inspire you on your journey. If you’re journaling this fall, feel free to share your own ideas in the comments. Happy fall and happy journaling friends!