Beyond the To-Do List: How Scrapbooking Saved My Multi-hyphenate Sanity

Confessions of a Recovering To-Do List Addict: My Love Affair with Scrapbooking

Hey there, fellow multi-hyphenates! Remember that feeling of drowning in to-do lists we explored a few articles back? Yeah, me too. We juggle a million projects, and sometimes, even mindful doodling can feel like just another thing on the never-ending list.

sometimes when we want it all it can get a lot at times

But fear not, creative warriors! This time, I'm here to share a tried-and-tested technique that's been a game-changer for my multi-hyphenate self-care routine: scrapbooking (or junk journaling, if you prefer)!

scrapbooking/junk journaling has been my stress buster

Let's face it, to-do lists will always be there, taunting us with their endless tasks. But here's the secret: self-care scrapbooking isn't about adding another thing to your plate. It's about taking a mindful break and grounding yourself in the present.

Benefits: Here's the magic: by actively seeking out bits and bobs to record your day – ticket stubs, inspirational quotes, photos, or even doodles – you become more present in your experiences. You start noticing the little things, the things that spark joy or remind you of a particular moment.

This shift in perspective is a breath of fresh air for the multi-hyphenate mind constantly bombarded with tasks and deadlines. Scrapbooking becomes a celebration of your journey, a visual record of your multi-faceted life.

Different kinds of scrapbooking you can try:

• You may record your day

  

  the day i got my second post-graduate degree

• A pick-me-up spread

  

  i was feeling down in the dumps, decided to make a cheery spread

• Quotes from your favourite book

  

  relatable finds from the book ‘steal like an artist’ by austin kleon

• Bits and bobs collected from the day or even your travels.

  

  this was a spread from a very happy long weekend, filled with workouts, good food, good company and coffee dates

• An affirmation spread

  

  sometimes you need to just calm down

The possibilities are endless. If your inner child loves stickers, this is your sign to start this kind of journaling!

A special announcement for my lovely subscribers!

Hitting pause on the multi-hyphenate hustle! I'm trading the city life for a month-long homecoming, but that doesn't mean the projects stop. I've recently discovered a love for scrapbooking, and I'm itching to document this entire experience. From sights and sounds to maybe a few travel mishaps (hey, they make the best stories!), I'll be filling my scrapbook with all the feels of this trip.

Get ready for a visual journal overflowing with self-care scrapbooking! I'll share techniques, and tips, and hopefully inspire you to embrace this creative outlet in your own multi-hyphenate life. Stay tuned, fellow creatives, as we redefine what it means to be busy! Self-care is about actively engaging with our journeys.

P.S.: If you have any questions on how to get started, or where to get stickers, keepsakes, journals please ask me in the comments and I’ll be more than happy to share with you!