Notebook and Journaling Tips and Ideas

Always have fresh inspiration on hand with our journaling guides thoughtfully created for your new Erin Condren journal. Here are some of our favorite journaling tips and creative notebook ideas:

• New to journaling or restarting your journey? Begin with How to Start Journaling for Beginers.
• Get inspo for all the ways you can use your new notebook with Empty Notebook Ideas: 20 Cute Things to Do with a Notebook.
• Slow down, honor the present, and enjoy daily mindfulness with How to Start Mindfulness Journaling.
• Prioritize self-care and help reduce stress and anxiety with Journaling for Mental Health + Where to Start.
• Want to boost productivity AND enjoy the many benefits of journaling? Start with How to Set and Achieve Goals with Journaling (talk about a win, win!).
• Improve your health and wellness + reach your fitness goals with Creative Fitness Journal Ideas for Workout Motivation + Planning.
• Want to see how much practicing gratitude can really improve your life? Learn How to Start a Gratitude Journal and Unlock the Power of Positivity.
• Add more balance and reduce stress with Meditation Journaling: Elevate Your Practice with Daily Reflections.
• Create your perfect bullet journal with 25  Creative Bullet Journal Page Ideas + Time-Saving Tips.
• Capture a lifetime of memories in just one line a week with How to Use a Line a Week Journal: A Comprehensive Guide + Prompts.

Want more? Explore our Blog + Inspiration Center full of tips and guides for journaling, planning, and organization!

More About Our A5 Spiral Notebooks and Journals

Erin Condren spiral notebooks are perhaps our most versatile option for planning, journaling, and creative writing. The A5 spiral notebook takes things a step further by offering the flexibility of a notebook in a compact size; it’s perfect for stashing in your purse, tote bag, or backpack. These notebooks can be used for many different purposes, from bullet journaling to daily planning, and are incredibly portable, making them a best seller among our customers.

Our A5 journal options include guided journals with prompts to help you reach your goals (from self-care to fitness, from building healthy habits to budgeting), cute spiral notebooks with matching color themes, cover to cover (and the coil, too!), and classic notebooks with personalizable cover designs and customizable layouts. You’ll also have your choice of page formats in college-ruled lined pages or college-ruled lines plus task lists. Whatever you choose, you’ll be writing on high-quality paper that resists bleeding, perfect for using gel pens, markers, or any writing instrument you prefer. Create a journal, planner, or whatever else you choose with ease!

Many of our A5 spiral notebook covers feature exclusive designs, so take some time to find the right one for you. Our classic Erin Condren A5 notebooks include a sticker sheet that you can use to customize your journal and call out events, goals, and milestones. Don’t forget to add a matching bookmark to keep your place and stay organized!

Whether you're looking for a classic notebook for school, work, or personal projects, our A5 spiral notebooks offer high-quality construction, beautiful designs, and the versatility you need. They are perfect for bullet journaling, note-taking, and more, making them a staple in any stationery collection. Experience the Erin Condren difference with our best-selling A5 spiral notebooks today!