If you really want to improve your focus by reducing screen time, then definitely switch to paper planners for journaling, idea mapping, organizing tasks and events, poetry writing – whatever! You’ll definitely do your brain a favor in the long run.

If you already own a paper journal or planner: good job And if don’t, this why you should:

FACT: You’re less distracted because you won’t be getting random notifications you get on your phone.

FACT: Studies have found that too much screen time also negatively impacts your brain, so the idea of journaling via phone seems fine and convenient, but nevertheless adds to the problem.

FACT: You remember things better. Not only writing by hand makes us formulate our plans and to-do’s better, it stimulates certain brain cells at the base of the brain to increase focus.

FACT: By writing, we are able to clarify our thoughts and mindfully connect with exactly what we need to do, what we want and aim for.

FACT: Writing is used as a stress management technique. There are many studies that show the link between writing things down by hand and mindfulness. In stress therapy, it is often advised to keep a journal exactly because of the activity’s healing properties.

FACT: It’s your healthy habit. Similarly as you’re more inclined to commit to your plans and goals when you write them down, having a planner is also a commitment. We are more likely to cling to physical things, rather than digital, because they are real – we can touch them

FACT: Every successful person has a journal. Convinced yet?

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