Learn how to harness patience and become consistent with your journaling habit, even when life gets busy or motivation fades.

Check out the video version of his lesson here:

You’ve likely spent more of your life not journaling than journaling.

So if this habit doesn’t click instantly—that’s okay.

Building any habit takes time, and the key is to be kind to yourself while staying committed.

Here are two helpful frameworks to keep your progress going without perfection:

The 2-Day Rule (also called Don’t Miss Twice) is simple:

• Missing a day is fine. Life happens.

• Just don’t miss two days in a row.

This helps you:

• Stay accountable without guilt

• Break the all-or-nothing mindset

• Bounce back quickly after disruption

💡 You can adjust this rule to your life stage.

In a high-stress season, maybe a 3-Day Rule makes more sense.

Consistency doesn’t have to mean daily.

What’s realistic and meaningful for you right now?

• Maybe it’s every morning

• Or three times a week

• Or once every weekend

Your definition of “consistent” can shift with your schedule.

The important part is to define it—and stick with it as best you can.

📓 Do this now:

• Decide how many times per week you want to journal

• Write your personal definition of consistency

• Consider adopting a 2-Day Rule (or a version that suits your life)

📝 Define what “journaling consistently” looks like for you

📝 Reflect on how you’ll apply the 2-Day Rule

💬 Do you agree with this flexible definition of consistency? Share your thoughts in the comments!

• Avoid the Second Mistake – JamesClear.com