By Toni Gasparis

A Bullet Journal©, created by Ryder Carroll, is a mix between a to-do list, a calendar, and a diary. This craft-based journal has become a huge lifestyle trend as an organized and efficient way to track your progress, plan your life, and assist with your mental health. If you're thinking about bullet journaling, use these tips and tricks to get you started.

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How to Get Started

Getting started with your Bullet Journal© is easy. You just need a journal with blank pages and a pen. If you are buying a journal without lines you may want to consider investing in a ruler to help with your spacing and design. Additionally, you may want to get multiple pens or markers in different colors to make your journal entries a little more fun and creative.