I hope you enjoyed today's video. Thank you to Ritual for sponsoring! I love their vitamins because they are minty and pleasant to take. Remember to click here ritual.com/20DAILYC for 20% off your first month! I would love to know if you keep a commonplace book and how it has changed your life. Let us know in the comments. Thank you for watching! Love, Jennifer

@kimgordon3695

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This year's common place book is the colour of your sweater today.

@sebeckley

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Most audio book apps have a clip feature that let's you save a short piece of the book like a highlight in a print book.

@IonieW

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Thank you so much for this video. I have been keeping common place books for years but I am just learning that there is a term to describe this kind of journal. I keep new vocabulary, phrases, quotes, insighful questions that I may have heard in a webinar, interview; topics that I can use for content creation, ideas on professional and personal development and more in my Common Place book. I love the idea of having niche topics like what you shared: Spirituality and Self improvement. I, too, keep my Common Place book nearby. I stop what I am doing to jot down notes. Thank you!

My elderly 93 year old mother had me buy her "little spiral fat books" so she could always keep one on her nightstand. She used to write down little things from the radio she heard, quotes, and thoughts. When she passed away, over 30 of them fell into my hands. What a blessing it was to read them and look back on what touched her heart! I am sure these were her little common books, and just to see everything in her own handwriting was so special. One entry that made me cry after she passed that I read said " here" and "there" are only separated by one letter.❤

@RamonaQ

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And that “t” struck me as The Cross. Thank you for sharing that.

@CG-mj8tk

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Wow I’ve never noticed that.

@irenegarcia7356

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Love this. We can also add to our collage art ..just as a layer of. Memories .love it

@sunnyday_lemonbars

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how lovely! I remember those lil fat notebooks!

Young women used to start a commonplace book as they got ready for marriage. They'd collect recipes from family members (namely their mother). This could include not only favorite dishes, but also recipes for cleaning, like how to get out ink stains, how to make laundry starch, etc. Once magazines were a thing, girls might also paste in pictures of things they wanted, like a new style of dress, wedding gowns, or kitchen or house designs. It could function like a vision board as well as a place to keep useful and inspiring bits of information.

@Luisa-cs2pd

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Increadible, I didn't know that but it is great that we start this custom again because so much knowledge disappears especially coming from our own families. Thanks for sharing this, it is an inspiration for many of us to start and leave to our children and grandchildren, such a treasure!

@toplobster1040

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So cool!

I'm late to the party. At 57, I started keeping a commonplace book this year (without knowing there's a name for it). It's only been four full months since I started writing down, mostly Bible verses, lessons, ideas for better living, useful quotes, etc., and amazingly I am starting to notice better clarity. I believe the process of writing has been extremely helpful.

@Luisa-cs2pd

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Sounds excellent! Thanks for your examples of the things you write, that helped me to get an idea of how I could start my own commonplace book :-)

I love this so much! My mother passed away 12 years ago & I can’t tell you how many times, when I am missing her terribly or just desperately needing to hear her voice, I wish I had a compilation of her thoughts, ideas, dreams, fears, or just to know what she might have been doing or into on any given day. I am determined to do this for my children & in particular for my daughter, as I think a daughter never stops needing her mother’s advice on on so many things related to womanhood (I wish my mother had told me everything she experienced with menopause!). These books will be the things in your possessions that have the most meaning to your children, when you are gone. ❤

@TheDailyConnoisseur

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Yes! These books are so valuable. I had a journal of my great-grandparents who I never met and it feels like a wonderful and intimate glimpse into their life.

@veronicagilmore9654

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I relate to this so much. My mom is gone almost 8 years now and I wish she had left the same. So sorry for your loss 🙏🏻

@joankaderli4167

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I love the Common Place Book idea. I have always written things Dow that I want to remember-quotations, Bible verses, etc. but now I have a name for the book that I will write these things down and have all in one place. Thank you!

@kimgordon3695

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🙏🙏🙏she will return in the grand Resurrection friend

@username00009

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I know it’s not the same as learning from the experience of others who share your genetic material, but the book The Wisdom of Menopause (Bantam, 2001, 2006, 2012, 2021) may be helpful. I haven’t read it yet, but I enjoyed Women’s Bodies, Women’s Minds (by the same author) when I read it.

I kept a commonplace book during my short relationship with a narcissist-at the time I didn’t know what kind of person he was, long story short when I decided to break off the relationship I also wrote why; and when he tried to get back into a relationship with me-I reread this commonplace book and it validated why I broke up with him and why I should never even be friends with him. It was my higher self “speaking” to me-I’m single and in a good place now and know the red flags for future relationships.

This is a great idea, especially for someone with ADHD. I have tried and tried again to keep a journal, but I always end up forgetting about it. This seems like something I can keep up with.

@nadiashabani2262

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❤️

If anyone asked me if I journal I would say no. But… now that I know that there is such a thing as a Commonplace book, the answer is yes! I write things in journals all the time about Bible studies, podcasts, KZread videos and book notes. I have been doing it for several years. I’m a very practical person, and this type of “journaling” is really satisfying to me.

This type of writing is a form of mindfulness. And as a Composition teacher, I also help my students understand that writing down thoughts and inspiration IS a way to process one's thinking. Great video!!

I’ve kept a commonplace book for years. Mine is pretty random. If it touches me, it goes in. I was actually thinking about this recently. My husband died suddenly over three years ago and, in the grief and upheaval, I laid it aside. You’ve inspired me to take it up again.

@Luisa-cs2pd

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I'm sorry about your loss of your dear husbands. You will probably find that keeping a commonplace book will be helpful and uplifting. God bless you and keep you, dear. 🌹

This was what I needed today. My best friend passed away in early March and she was like a big sister to me, she was someone I went to when I felt like I was going crazy, she was so wise and so kind to me and always boosted me up and assured me that I could do anything. I came from a very hard childhood and she put me on an even place where I felt loved and valued. Then one month ago I lost my sister-in-law (a good one) and I feel so lost without the two of them. I thought this morning I need some way to get some beauty in my life and this post has given me a goal. Thank you.

@TheDailyConnoisseur

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I’m so sorry for your losses. I hope commonplacing brings you peace during this difficult time.

@MoreCoffeePlease.

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I can’t imagine the pain you are carrying, Jenny. Heartfelt condolences for your loss and wishes for moments of comfort and relief. 💛

@idid138

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Your comment made me think of my own loss, and how I could do a specific journal for when I'm remembering times with them. Writing it down like a little treasure memory, might be helpful. They're gone, but live on in us.

@jennyp4934

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@@idid138 yes they do live on within us, so much has passed between us. Both my friend and my sister-in-law were prolific card writers and I have a box full of all the cards and letters I've ever received and I'm taking out their cards and putting them in a box separately. On one of the last card I received from my friend she said we'd been friends for decades, so I'm actually going to go through them all and find the first card she sent, I think it'll be from at least 30 years ago.

@trustyourheart9098

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Sending you love .. xxxx

When I was a teenager I bought a beautiful journal and wrote down calligraphy style all the great quotes, scripture, talks or notes from motivational seminars that encouraged me or really spoke to me. So I could keep track of them. Days later when I was sad or down I would just read them. By the 2nd page, I would feel more empowered. Great for dealing with depression. I didn’t know that their was a name for it!

I appreciate, no matter how subtly, you mentioned your quest in working on being your best self. To my joy, it is a lifelong quest. I love to learn, in general. I am 70 years old and still have the blessing and honor of continuing to grow and apply the wisdom that I learn along the way. Each day brings contentment. That is more lasting than happiness. Happiness is a temporary flare in the sky. Contentment is a day with blue skies and sunshine, no matter the actual weather. I have journaled since my youth. Just recently, inspired by Susan Branch’s book, DISTILLED GENIUS, I have gathered all the scraps of paper that I wrote quotes of wisdom and humor on, and am currently writing them in my first commonplace book. I have found, along with devotionals, God uses my commonplace book to teach me. May blessings abound to you and yours.

@juliebaker9266

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Susan Branch , her books and art are lovely.

@Luisa-cs2pd

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Wonderful how you describe how God uses your commonplace book to teach you. I will start one too, just for that reason. Thank you for the inspiration! I wonder how do you use/apply devotionals? My mother tongue isn't English so I'm not sure what a devotional is. Blessings to you.

@IonieW

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Thank you for sharing. I pray for good health and strength, love and joy for the rest of your days. Your post has given me some content for my common place book. Thank you.

@carolgeorge6409

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@Linda Henderson. This is lovely! True and a needed reminder!

Back in 2019 I started a 5 line a day journal. Each page is dated, so on each page there is a record of the past 5 years summed up in a few sentences. It’s amazing how on some days similar things happen, even almost every year! Also each year was written in a different color so it doesn’t look like it all blends together. I would also log the weather of the day. Before I write a new entry I’ll read the previous entries and be in awe of how much has changed or what I was doing a year or so ago!

@Keapix

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I have one of those too. I'm seven years in and I do find it fascinating to read my older entries. I like your idea of changing colour each year!

@jennyp4934

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I love that idea.

@lizafield9002

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My mother began doing this in the late 1990s thru 2012. Alzheimers then. I would read them to her. Said goodbye in late 2020. I wouldn't trade those precious frank honest journals for anything...except her. "Thank you Mama, can't wait to hug you again!"

@calliedaly1940

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That is so neato. Did you buy a journal set up for this? Or just do it? I’ve thought about something like this. I just feel all over the map with things.

@sozod2000

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@@calliedaly1940 I just bought a spiral-bound notebook… The hardest thing was trying to find one that had 182+ pages. Because I used the back of each page. I had to get one with pocket dividers. But that works out well too because any momento you get through the year you can slide in those pockets. Movie tickets… little menus… Napkin of a special restaurant…park/museum maps…things like that. 😊

I guess I kind of do this. I have a journal where I scrawl down recipes and adjustments to them, garden notes, poems, pattern ideas and anything else that needs writing down.

@TheDailyConnoisseur

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Yes, that sounds like florilegium! 🌻

I actually already do this. So awesome, I didn't realize it had a name as well. A tip I learned is bullet journaling. Basically, I just take my common place journal and add a table of contents and number my pages. The bigger array of items you put in your common place book, the more likely a table of contents will come in handy.

Yes. I keep a Commonplace Book/Florilegia. I credit keeping a Commonplace Book as what pulled me out of the worst depression of my life a few years ago. I read through them all the time and it is amazing how much it helps me with memorization, recall, and keeping my mental health in balance. 🙂

@Luisa-cs2pd

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Thank you for sharing that. I sometimes think that writing will be something that will pressure for me (I want to make it perfect etc...) but now I can understand what you mean. If we write down joyful things and quotes from i.e. the Bible and other inspirational things that we hear or read (that have to do with being depressed/low) then it is like having a reminder, someone uplifting "talking" to you and helping you. Also writing is therapeutic I believe. I am glad you were helped so much with your Commonplace book. I will try to do this and hope it helps me too. I am under a stressful/tough life situation and need something like this. Blessings to you.

@christinewerner6207

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@@Luisa-cs2pd Exactly! You expressed it perfectly. I hadn’t thought of it in these terms, but I think this is exactly why it helped lift me up. It was before I became born again, so it was all literary quotes, and quotes from some of my favorite people and historical figures, poems and such. And I would decorate in it and try to be artistic through colors, drawings, stickers, etc. I am still doing it to this day, but with the addition of a Faith based Commonplace book as well. Thank you so much for your beautiful comment. I truly hope keeping a Florilegia/Commonplace Book helps you as you navigate through your difficult situation. I have prayed for your healing. May the Lord bless you and keep you.

I already do this, I just didn’t know it was called a common place book. I even have a special journal for the things I learn from you. I love to go back and read these journals and see what I have learned. Thank you for such great information!❤

@loratravis8437

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Same here. I have 3 vol of common place books but didn't know that's what they were called. Also, my book budget is very,very small so by doing extensive notes on library books I have that book at hand when I can't purchase my own book.

@TheDailyConnoisseur

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I'm honored you have a Daily Connoisseur commonplace book!

@softsophisticate

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@@TheDailyConnoisseur This response from Sheila Rachal was very interesting and would make a great subject for a youtube video. I imagine you are a very humble lady, and may find this idea uncomfortable, but I think it would be great if you put out a video asking your followers what and how have they improved their lifestyles as a result of your content. I have followed you from your early days, sharing your interest in french chic and lifestyle. I have also followed Fiona Ferris's blog How to be Chic, Marianne Lecoeur and Inspired by Nikki. I have seen you all develop from humble bloggers to published authors and youtubers. I think it is time you all learned how what you are putting out into the world is being used by others. How have I benefited from The Daily Connoisseur? I read both Madame Chic books, several times, as a result, did the 10 item wardrobe, but have developed it on to a weeks worth of outfits - similar idea but seeing it differently, setting my table, occassionally with candles, cooking a few of your recipes - mozzarella and pesto chicken - yum, decluttering - clutter is so not chic, having a more connoisseur mindset - focusing on good quality food, going into a 5* hotel for a cup of tea and enjoying the ambience, better grooming, being more feminine, reading and listening to classical music, visiting theatre and art galleries etc. What was I like before I discovered your books? Tomboyish in style, unaware of the feminine side of life - I went through 90's grunge very anti-feminine look, work focused - so no life balance, less confident in myself, a people pleaser, I now recognise toxic behaviour in others and avoid them, as you can see, I am a writer in various ways - it just all pours out, I have a few books on the go that I am writing, set up a couple of youtube channels, encouraged my husband to do the same as he has a passion for a couple of subjects. I think though that this clip on the commonplace book may be a missing jigsaw piece in my life. I have recently semi-retired and realised I need to be more self-directed, I have so many notes / ideas that all need pulling together in one place, and I hope this idea will make me more organised and self directed - so thank you for this.

@user-wj3yr7xr2f

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​@@softsophisticate @TheDailyConnoisseur I totally agree with this comment. Please do a video on this. For me, I have been home with chronic pain for six years. When you are in that situation you lose all the normal habits you used to have going to work, celebrating with family etc. For example, I have to stay in bed most of the day with backsupport to eat, watch tv, do calls, email and all that stuff. Because of that I also stayed in my pyjamas all day long, I even went to the closest store in my PJs and flip flops. Oddly people react less to that than being well dressed. I think that says something about the time we live in.. Now the treatment is slowly working and I have some more energy. But I am so far from normal living it takes some practice. Things I have taken from you is: putting on a dress everyday. I might do everything from bed, but I do it with my hair brushed and a daydress on. It's nice to feel I can open the door if necessary. And that it's ok if a neighbor accidentally peeks through my window because I look normal. They won't see anything worth gossiping about. 😂 I routinely put away clutter and do some surface cleaning. Not every day because my health don't allow for that, but about 4 days a week. I have also bought myself real china to eat on, a table cloth and napkins. I bought plenty so I can spill with dignity. 😉 I took that from how you set the table for your kids. Because I still can't sit up at the table to eat like an adult. At least not more than once in a while. But I did buy a bed tray. If I can't come to the table, the table has to come to me. 😊 I do some of your recipes, I like the salmon quiche. I read more books, both in audio and paperback which means I watch less internet. You didn't tell me to do that, but I bought a tv cable so I can watch news and documentaries without turning on the internet. That means I will also turn it off when I have seen what I intended. It's like mindfulness practice. I think I got more aware about my internet usage by watching your videos and I felt a detox was necessary. I sleep better at night when I don't scroll on Facebook. When I have a good day, I take a trip to a museum to watch art and history. Iam not as afraid of "adulting" as I used to be. Thank you for all the wok you have done 😊🙏

@coralpetals

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When many creators on KZread are regurgitating the same content on feminine energy, the soft life, and lucky girl syndrome, I remain impressed with how you continue to quite humbly come up with truly original content that is easy to implement, and thus, has the ability to make an impact in someone’s life. Thank you!

I had a wonderful elderly friend who kept a journal of every day of the year since the early 1940's. Even into her 90's she was still journaling. She even went as far as to write down the weather for each day, who came to visit or call her. What treasures she left for her children!

I absolutely do this! I used to journal traditionally but most of the time I did not want to go back and read it because it was depressing. So I found myself enjoying journaling scriptures that I was using to get me through the tough times and also Words I received from God. I have also added book quotes and wisdom from podcasts and KZread videos. I love it! Very comforting and therapeutic.

My commonplace book has morphed into an “everything” book. It is a journal, sketch book, hand lettering and watercolor practice, Scripture and book quotes, stickers, cards that loved ones have given me, calendar of important dates, pictures from magazines… but everything is labeled at the top of the page so I don’t lose anything.

@reesewhitt5495

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Absolutely

@64smiles42

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Love the idea of labeling the pages content for easy future reference! Great!

My spin on this concept is to have it in a beautiful folder. This way I can subdivide whenever I want. I have a category called Tidbits (random things to remember). I have one called Quotes (these can be famous or ones from my family). I also have one called Book Notes. I like having categories because it is easy to add to it and can be sporadic. Also it us easy to retrieve it!

@jenniferb.7250

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This is a great idea! I was thinking to myself how would I organize or categorize one of these? So that I could easily go back to it and find what I need.

@theresaANDnicholas

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I write down everything in one notebook as a catchall then I transfer to index cards and keep in a box like the zettlekasten. It makes it so much easier to find things to review and connect ideas together!

@storybookpress7686

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I love this idea! I have lots of commonplace books all over the place that are difficult to find when some idea hits. It would be great to put them all together. Thanks!

@tinamarieharrington1319

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Hi! Would it be possible to share a picture of your folder to get an idea of the layout with the categories? (With covering any personal writings)

@chrishnah

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Or glue little envelopes on the pages to keep slips of paper. Would be cute

I think I have a common place book too, even though I’m now finding out that’s what it’s called. I write down scripture verses, books to read, life milestones and goals and lots more! Thank you for telling me that it’s a thing! 😊

@jennyp4934

Жыл бұрын

This is so interesting as I've done that as well, but I've had lots of notes everywhere, all over the place. I'm actually at this time trying to get all my notes and scraps of paper in an order that makes sense.

I learned about “the commonplace notebook” at my children’s homeschool co-op over six years ago. I didn’t begin journaling immediately, nor did I practice it as consistently. However, I find myself doing the same…pausing the video or audiobook and writing something down (even on a paper towel) to later write it in my journal. I definitely could use a little more organization with it. A highly rewarding habit! Great episode, Jennifer!

OMG….I started doing this 35 years ago in college…just thought I was making notes…I have Commonplace Books!‼️❤️

I’ve been doing this since I was a teenager except on the computer. I have a “notebook” folder and then lots of folders under that one with things I want to remember. What I like about this is that I can simply do a word search and find the document I’m needing. ❤

My Aunt Anne told me when I was about 15 that she always kept a notebook with her "just in case". I really admired her and started doing the same. Filling journals up with quotes was and is a stress reliever during troubled times. Now I always, always, always keep a legal pad open on my desk. Turn to a new page everyday. All sorts of info can be found on these notepads. Who knew there was a name for it? Huh.

I just purchased a beautiful notebook with flowers on the front and when you said “a gathering of flowers” I knew that’s what I should do with it! I think it will be interesting to look back on the topics I was interested in throughout different periods of my life.

Thank you for sharing your commonplace book ritual. What a great idea! I also like what you said about keeping it secret because it seems to me that our society is obsessed with over-sharing. Perhaps some of our thoughts and opinions should be sacrosanct and only available to our loved ones after we pass on. Have a beautiful day, Jennifer!

@luba-healthywithluba6866

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Margo, yes, our society truly is all about oversharing .... Some things should be kept private.

@leslieh3785

Жыл бұрын

I couldn’t agree more on the over sharing!

@21972012145525

Жыл бұрын

I would say the problem is not over sharing but useless and/repetitive sharing! I’m on instagram a lot and it’s my pet peeve when people the same thing (sometimes within 24 hrs!) or things that we already know. It’s actually just making content for contents sake/lazy and highly disrespectful to the followers time who is actively choosing to follow you. I’d much rather not see anything than see the same thing over and over. That way I can use that time for something else. Curated content i suppose is the word. An example of a stupid thing I saw twice recently are people doing their hair in the following ways: one who thought that we needed to know that she died a ponytail on her “Greasy hair/need to wash hair asap” days (don’t we all?!) and another that showed us her “gym look” (hair in a ponytail greased does for that “clean girl look” and sunscreen.) can I get that time back plz?!

I add pictures from magazines that I like in my Common Place book as well as quotes and sometimes pretty stickers. It’s full of things that I love from garden to fashion. I love browsing through it.

It is no coincidence I "happened" upon this video. After many seasons of life changing events I reached a point of wanting to "reboot" if you will. Today is the first day of a 5 day rejuvenation period that I declared for myself. This video falls right into the path of my current journey. Thank you very much for making this video. I certainly appreciate it.

For those of us who have difficulty keeping track of a hard copy journal and prefer something a bit higher tech, I use my iPad with an Apple Pen and the GoodNotes app. I will always know the location of my iPad. I can gather notes on a certain topic in one “Notebook” that I create. I can make it beautiful by adding color or e-stickers, photos, etc. I can make my notes hand written or can convert them to text. I can dictate my notes. I can see many pages in thumbnail size to locate my favorite “flowers” of information! I love this feature for all aspects of my life, from my planner, my goals, my journaling, my manifestation techniques and my notes on work. I love it!

@betzy7514

Жыл бұрын

You can also print out what you have written as well.

I’m making it a goal of mine to journal everyday for the month of May! This video is perfect timing 🫶🏻

@TheDailyConnoisseur

Жыл бұрын

Great goal!

@marthaduran6010

Жыл бұрын

Same!!!

I have my paternal grandmother’s notebooks which are filled with names of songs and classical pieces that she loved, as well as quotes, places she wanted to visit, handy tips. It’s so nice to be able to listen to a piece of music and know that she listened to it and loved it 🥰. Wish I had this for my other grandmother too ❤

I started keeping notes years ago-At first on a scrap of paper or the back of an envelope until I had ALL these pieces of paper stuck everywhere! I finally got smart and started using a notebook, then graduated to pretty journals and nice pens!😁😍

Jennifer, I can’t believe this timing! I decided last week to start a commonplace book, and I’m currently waiting for my journal to arrive from Archer and Olive so that I can begin. Thank you for this video!

@TheDailyConnoisseur

Жыл бұрын

How serendipitous! 💫

@trinavasquez494

Жыл бұрын

I fell through the rabbit hole of Archer & Olive, lol. Thank you for introducing me to a cute company with beautiful paper products! 🥰

I have recently started simplifying my life and doing this because I was tired of having to search for a scrap of paper to remember what it was I wanted to remember. I have been watching your channel for a few months now, and I see your book referenced on other channels as well. I appreciate that you are in California also and not a typical minimalist. We are supposed to enjoy the blessings God showers on us.

@singerjo5791

Жыл бұрын

I don’t believe minimalism means you can’t enjoy the blessings of God. I prefer less stuff because it makes my home peaceful and easy to keep clean so I can enjoy the people in my life.

There is a tradition sort of like this in Scandinavian countries, of keeping multi-generational notebooks. Typically, they are very big and sturdy books, and are always kept in one place so they don't get lost. Family members write down things that they think will be useful to future family members (like recipes, gardening tips, the location of treasures that had to be hidden in times of unrest, magic spells that seem to work, etc.). Some are of very great antiquity, and are still going strong. If they run out of pages, the family can take it to a book-binder and have the pages put into a larger book with more blank pages. The oldest ones are very, very old. There is also a manuscript called 'The Gallagher Family Commonplace Book' written in Irish. It was begun around 1750 by a medical doctor, and kept up by various family members until 1890. By that time, the family had emigrated to the US and the book came with them. It is now at the John J. Burns Library at Boston University. It would be amazing if every family had such a thing.

@itzakpoelzig330

Жыл бұрын

Oops, I just fact checked myself, and I was wrong. They are not Scandinavian but Polish and Lithuanian. The term for them is "Silva Rerum" which is Latin for "forest of things."

@patsylynn2

Жыл бұрын

@@itzakpoelzig330 Did you know that you can "edit" your comment by click on the 3 small dots to the right of your comment and click on the word edit. I leaned this recently when I wondered what the 3 small dots were there for.

@itzakpoelzig330

Жыл бұрын

@@patsylynn2 Thanks Patsy! None of those options seem to work when I'm on my phone though...? Oh well, we muddle through as best we can.

I’ve been keeping a commonplace book for awhile . I enjoy a commonplace book because it’s not everyday journaling. I love writing quotes, and fascinating recipes ,poems and many other things. 😊

Hi - so grateful you're putting the spotlight on the treasure of commonplace books. I have boxes of them, made and kept through six-plus decades and everything but the kitchen sink goes into my beloved books. I love the chaos and surprises, as I visit my books often, one of my deepest pleasures - revisiting my own days of ecstasy, agony, and everything in between. Grocery lists, old photos, many drawings and paintings, and endless, endless quotes! cartoons, personal love notes and cards. Some are cheap spiral books but most are artists' watercolor or sketch books with a spiral binding - got to be spiral! A tray full of pencils and pens, magic=markers and thick colored markers. Things glued in or taped to the page. Dreams. No limits, no rules but that it matters to me. Thanks again for this treasure of sharing! ps - every cover is artfully done with a collage or painting, and the season and year. Don't forget the jokes! locks of hair! a feather! and by the way, John Locke pilfered his idea (too organized, men fear chaos) from his wife..

I have done this for years, and always thought I was just weird to be writing all of these things down. Now I know it is ok and even has a name. My current book is titled 'Simpling' but it has many not so simple ideas within. Thank you.

@ngeee10

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Lol same.

@TheDailyConnoisseur

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Not weird at all... Very smart! :)

@kimgordon3695

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I wonder how many writers are of the Levite geneology... The record keeper's & for a purpose.

This video is meant for me. I love to gather information from KZread for different areas (spiritual/religious, medical/health, words of inspiration) and I always swear I'll remember where I saw something and then I forget. Never heard of the Commonplace book, but I think it's a great idea.

I just learned about the concept of a commonplace book and I love it!! I had kinda started doing it without knowing it had a name, but now I’m going to be more intentional about it and also get a better notebook! (Who doesn’t love an excuse to get a better journal or notebook? 😉)

Hello Jennifer, Somehow you have made my notekeeping that I have been doing for about 2 years now more glamorous than I gave myself any credit for! I have different topics for my “ commonplace books” that I just called “ different notebooks” Thank you for making me feel a little more important today than yesterday. That maybe I do have value.

@21972012145525

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You do ❤

@Luisa-cs2pd

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That´s great, keep it up 🙂

I call my commonplace book my ‘book of mottoes.’ I love it because it’s the compilation of all my favorite quotes and thoughts.

I've been a quote junkie for as long as I can remember and when I found out about Commonplace Books, I was excited. I've been keeping one for 10 years now. I have a copy of one of Thomas Jefferson's Commonplace Books and find it fascinating. Love your books and channel, Jennifer!

@toplobster1040

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Wow that's really cool! What made you interested in his commonplace book? 😂

I've been doing a similar idea as a common place book in a bullet journal. I put everything for the entire year including my planning, schedule, collections, and journals. I love it because when I refer back, I just pull the year. I've been doing this for years and it's life changing.

This is what I need. I literally have loose papers with stuff like this all over my apartment creating paper clutter.

I have been using a commonplace book for over a decade now and my journals are my prized possessions. I did some counseling last year and I pulled out a giant box of my childhood diaries and it was so helpful!

Wow! So glad I clicked on this video! I have hundreds of inspirational quotes saved on my phone but I never read them and they take up a lot of storage. I’m super excited about writing them down, all in the one book and reading them at any time and reflecting on them as well. Bless you 🙌🏻🌹

@21972012145525

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Me too! I hate when I start getting the message! Time to delete stuff

I started doing this as a teenager many years ago and was just thinking I'd really like to get back to it as a retiree...never realized that there was a name for it. Thanks for sharing ❤

I do something similar to this, but you’ve motivated me to be more intentional. A little tip-when I want to remember the place in a podcast to refer to later, I take a screenshot.

I love this idea and will start implementing it this very day! I have done things like this in the past, and it’s nice to have a name for it now! Thank you, Jennifer. 💕

@TheDailyConnoisseur

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Yes! It was nice for me to put a name to it too. One of my readers shared it with me. Thank you!

Looking forward to a cleaner kitchen island where I jot things I read down on slips of paper and then end up tossing them out as they get out of hand! Also a great shift from just "dumping" in a journal--these will be things I'd actually like to keep and reread! Bravo, this is brilliant!! 👏👏⭐❤

I was always highlighting things in my books, or leaving post notes on various pages and…. Never really came back to the lines I wanted to “save”. This is such a wonderful way to keep it all in one place. Thank You, Jennifer, for this video! And what a perfect way to use a new journal for… 🌹 Also, I thought that this would be a beautiful thing to one day pass to my daughters. I imagine it will be quite interesting for them to read what their mother wrote down! ☺️

@Rosie_C

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It takes time to do both - which I never feel like I have - but I’m grateful for all the moments I did take to underline a special bit and write a note, as well as taking the time to grab a journal and write it down as well.

I love commonplace books! I have several. Most are themed...I do have one very large notebook that is rather eclectic, that I will either create a table of contents at the front or use cute tabs throughout to mark things that I really want to quickly find again. I love the artsy look of cute tabs and markers sticking out. LOL! I read alot of self help books and have recently gotten certifications in some areas of life coaching. I feel like I can't really read these types of books without taking notes while I do. It is absolutely one of the best ways to process and really "digest" what you are readiing. Studies show that writing something is the equivalent of reading it 7 times. So it really does help in the area of retaining what you have read. Really enjoy your videos!!!

@21972012145525

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This is true. However, the thought of taking notes while “reading for pleasure” is not me. I had to that in school too much and I was and still am very anti homework. I like passive learning (reading, watching) and only take notes if absolutely needed or adding commentary (like I am rn!). I do like to write to organize my thoughts but don’t feel like I need to know or memorize anything due to google 😅

I do this on the notes app on my iPhone. (But I do also keep a paper diary for daily entries and a therapy journal.) It's just that I have sooooo many snippets and screenshots of information that I collect that it makes sense for me to do it digitally for that stuff and keep it very organized.

@anastrawberry8047

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I do that in my phone too!!! I used to write in paper, but then I didn’t have the notes when I was traveling (I’m not taking my notebooks everywhere, but the phone is always with me...and the notes are useful at any given time)

I did this all the time when I was younger. I’m an artist. I still write down thoughts and ideas but not a so frequently. It was just natural.

Hello Jennifer, I have kept a journal of the weather, and it is really fun and like you say in your video I would make it special by putting in newspaper clippings or stickers or draw in the book. It inspired me to learn more about climate, environment, ecosystems, and even astronomy. I recommend a weather journal. You will love it!

I’ve genuinely never heard of a commonplace book! For someone who may live with ADHD, this especially seems like a great resource. I’m constantly hearing valuable information, that my brain shoves aside because it’s not something I can use in that moment. I think I have a notebook I haven’t used yet, that I’ll designate as my commonplace book.

I have been keeping different journals throughout the years. I had no clue that there was a name for this type of journaling. I want my daughter to have something to read when I am no longer here about my thoughts and interests. When my mom passed away 3 years ago I found notes in different places in her bedroom. She also had note books too. Thank you for this video.

Great video and tips! I want to start my Commonplace Book. As a fountain pen lover, I think it’s a good combo (fp + notebook). And I couldn’t just write quotes, important topics of the books I read, pearls of wisdom,… but also the best words, ideas or thoughts of my morning pages that I write daily. 😃

I've been keeping common place books for years. I didn't know there was a name for them. My problem is I can't find important documentation later because mine were not categorized by subject. I've been using spiral note pads, I'm going to make a greater effort to purchase blank journals. I've been hesitant to keep journals because I had one stolen when I was a child. The thought of my personal feelings being shared with strangers turned me away from journaling. Yet, I've always written tasks, sayings, new words, reminders etc in tablets. Thank You...

@Luisa-cs2pd

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Sorry that happened to you... I have always been uncertain if I should write my personal feelings and then people reading these when I´m gone. I rather write a common place book where I write prayers, ideas, Bible verses, goals lists of things that I want to do, gifts I want to give, letters I want to write, things on how to improve my health etc etc etc... when I´m gone, that could be great for our children and grand children to read.

Beautiful video, love this idea of a common place journal! I also love your emerald green sweater! ❤️

I LOVE this concept! Thank you for sharing this.

I have been keeping a commonplace book for years. It's an important part of me and helps me keep myself balanced and aware.The funny thing I found that it is called commonplace book this year!😂😂Thank you Jennifer!

I have done this for years, but I never knew there was a name for it. It's so true that if I don't write these special quotes, and lines down they just disappear over time. I need to revisit them more often, as you suggested.

Thank you so much for this! I love the idea!

Love ! This idea thank you I want to start doing this . Thank you for sharing.

100% agree to how sometimes the energy and power of a self-improvement plan dissipates once shared with others. On the book though, how will you find anything in it without being able to electronically search it? I love the idea though, as I have notes on my phone, my ipad, my daily planner, envelopes, etc., lol!

@Luisa-cs2pd

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You can make an index and number the pages in your notebook, that way you have quick reference, it works great.

What an excellent idea, Jennifer! Thank you!

Your videos bring me so much joy! Thank you.

So inspired to journal more. Thanks for the references and inspiration

I love the commonplace book idea! I keep one that has travel place ideas and tips and trivia info and questions. I also have a quote book inspired by what Father Tim had in the Mitford series. It seems more like a florilegium. I love that word. I have other notebooks scattered with info. I would love to have them all in the same place for reference. Thanks for sharing this concept/idea!!

Enjoyed it! Your hair looks nice.

This is so amazing that you did a video on this! I just learned about commonplace books recently and I am so excited to start mine! Now starts the search for the notebook to use for my commonplace book and the special pen! Thanks so much for helping to keep the finer things in life on your channel! Have a great day! Love Kate

Thank you for this!! I’ve been intrigued by the idea of a common place book, but it has always overwhelmed me. You explained it so simply and clearly that now I’m definitely going to start one this week! I pretty much already have a similar one as yours. Thanks! :)

Thank you for the inspiration, Jennifer!

I do this as well, although I call it my "everything book". I keep ideas for things I want to do, etc in there. This is such a great topic and I'm so glad you did this video!

I love this! Thank you!

Thank u so much for this idea! I love it! Thank u so much for sharing!

You are magnificent, Jennifer. You enrich us so with your insights and specific habits. Thank you so much. 🥰

love your hair here!

I love this idea! Thank you for sharing it! P.S. I always watch your videos to the very end to listen to the beautiful closing music.

Thank you so much! I do this already but not in an organized way as the book. Love it. I’m adapting that practice.

I have done this off and on throughout my life. When my Mother died, I went through the worst pain of my life and I began a journal for affirmations and prayers. I think it saved me because prior to doing this I was a zombie.

@Luisa-cs2pd

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🙏♥

I love this idea, will definitely be implementing it.

This is such a great idea. I need to do this because I get all my books from the library, and I end up reading and thinking “I wish I could highlight this passage, I know I’m going to forget it later.”

Thank you for this information! I have been kind of doing this but now I know how to tweak it!

What a wonderful way to start our Monday. I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Very enlightening and such a great way to journal. I appreciate how you have different planners and journals for different purposes. I appreciate all of the ideas and information that you share in our journey to better ourselves. Have a beautiful Monday Jennifer. 🌺

This was well put together. I will use the ideas.

I love this. I have a journal for this purpose that I’ve always called my quote book. I so enjoy reading through it.

This is so interesting, thank you for sharing. I keep lots of random notes on my phone, but putting it all in a journal sounds lovely.

I have done this for years not knowing it had a name! I write in my "headbook as i call it daily. My headbook is revolved around spiritually and bettering myself as a human. Each morning I re-read my notes from the previous day. I also use colored pens and highlighters. This practice has really been a positive exercise.

I just found you on KZread today and very much enjoyed your topic. I've been keeping a journal of quotes and love the idea of journaling in it as well.

Thank you so much . I really enjoyed listening to you. It is such a great idea. Never heard about it bef.

Great topic Jennifer! I do this as well with scriptures, inspirational quotes, prayers, ideas, and thoughts. 💜

I've been starting to do this just in the last two months as well! It's so useful to have a notebook to just dump everything into. Also, I love that sweater. Very cute.

I do this almost exactly how you describe even the subject matter and the tip about remembering the time placement of the book. ❤ this.

I used to do this in middle/high-school and really enjoyed it. I might get I to it again, thank you for sharing this!