Every year since 1949, the United States has designated May as Mental Health Awareness Month. The theme for May 2014 is “Mind Your Health,” and it should serve as an important reminder for all of us of the effects that...
There are many reasons one may use a journal – to remember a special event, plot out a new novel or simply doodle to pass the time. But did you know that keeping your mind active through journalling can help...
Journalling is one of those things that you know feels good, but you don’t always understand why. And while we’re all for leaving some sense of mystery in our lives, knowing the actual therapeutic benefits of keeping a journal can...
Today, we’re talking with Teneal Kotzé, a “poetic painter” and art student who is unafraid of experimenting with different themes and mediums. We are excited to share her story with you, and welcome her to the #PeopleOfPaperblanks community. To see more from...
We all know that writing in a journal is a great way to express your innermost thoughts. It’s easy to see why keeping a journal might be helpful to log personal goals, dreams or even setbacks. But the specific benefits...
There are countless creativity and therapeutic benefits to keeping a journal, many of which we have written about here on the Endpaper Blog. But if you’ve recently picked up a new journal and are having trouble finding the motivation to...
Taking time out of your busy life to write in a journal can sometimes feel like a luxury you can’t afford. But daily writing (or at least writing somewhat regularly) can actually help to make that hectic schedule feel more...
We don’t refer to our journals as “companions” for nothing – when you get into the habit of daily writing, a journal can function as a confidant, co-conspirator and encouraging friend. Writing down your private thoughts, as opposed to holding...
For some people, the possibilities a blank book suggests are inspiring. For many of us though, they’re simply overwhelming. To take the fear out of writing on that first blank page, we’ve lined up five unconventional ways of using a...
For our “X Questions With” series, we’re speaking with talented individuals from around the world who have inspired us with their creativity and passion. If you have a story to tell or someone you’d like to see profiled, let us...
