Super Simple Habit Tracker

A quick tutorial showing you how to create a super simple habit tracker in your Bullet Journal notebook's monthly log.

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[kiproniahsinei]

The only person who can say "creator of the bullet journal" . Hats off to you!!!

[KENTOSI]

I already do this and have been using this method for 2+ years. What works for me:
1 - Don't pre-set your bullets. It feels better actually doing the tasks and crossing/ticking off an empty box.
2 - It doesn't always have to be a "tick". I tracked depression by drawing a small arrow like a dashboard speedometer: pointing left meaning that I'm good, pointing up meaning that things aren't right, and pointing right meaning that I'm in a slump. It was AWESOME because I could identify patterns I never knew existed. It also made me aware I had to take steps when I arrow was pointing up. Plus a lot more that I won't bore you with :-)

[elenalenaiva]

There are so many videos on habit trackers, but as always, you have presented the most simple, effective and working algorithm out there.
Genius!

[kriparavikumar]

Wow. This is so minimalistic. You know this is first year I have started BUJO and my first question was what is the point of making a habit tracker for the entire month if I’m not able to follow them effectively. And how can I reflect and improve? This is a great method. Thank you. Also read your article on goals. Well written and amazing analogy with lighthouses.

[friturefriture]

I started off watching those pretty bujo videos and tried to do that it put me off because having to keep things pretty and perfect stressed me out which is doing the opposite so I gave up. I mean they're impressive kudos to those who manage, but I started bullet journaling again this time using Ryder's original method and by the time I set my journal up I feel good. In the past I've beaten myself up for unfulfilled goals and uncompleted tasks but reading (goal=lighthouse)/watching this video what he has to say changed my perspective. I'm glad I gave bujo a second chance and anytime I need ref on it I'll refer here. Thank you.

[justalurkr]

That removes a huge chunk of self-shaming! Thank you

[levyschultz]

It's awesome how the journal eats all the notes scattered every where. I had 12 notebooks scattered at work, office, truck, home. I love how Ryder's mind works. I have adult ADHD, my brain & my family thank you. If you haven't yet, please pick up his book, it's epic!

[natmichelle]

I never thought about using the habit tracker to see what impacted the missed goals. This is amazing. Thank you for sharing!

[TheNakedEwe]

This is wonderful! I made the mistake of googling bullet journal spreads in an effort to get my life back in order. Back in my schooldays, I couldn’t survive without my weekly planner. Now I’m trying to get back to a normal life and schedule after chemo. My brain doesn’t feel the same, but I’ve been following your techniques for a week now, and I can feel myself making progress. I was so intimidated by the incredibly artistic journals some people are keeping, I’m not an artist! But your method is perfect. Thank-you so much!

[solkun]

I'm in love with the way he smiles with his eyes!

[brianevans]

Yours is really logical and clear. So many people nowadays do much less structured, more art focused so called "bullet journal spreads"

[lauracabe]

I LOVE the fact that you take your results and form the next week based on those.

[ameliewong]

Omg this is so much more simpler! I like this better than the fancy ones. With a new baby around, there’s just not enough time to do any fancy journaling. Thanks Ryder!

[brgulker]

LOVE. As someone who isn’t at all artsy or creative, I always feel overwhelmed by spreads of those who are. This is awesome!

[adamlesieur]

That was super helpful. I love humans like you.

[ryorta]

After trying annually subscriptions for apps that were not helping me to track my life properly, I found your BUJO book at my bookstore and I want to thank you for sharing this system. Thanks to Bullet Journal, my health has improve radically. I keep track of my work out routines, my medicines and so many other activities. I wouldn’t thought that a simple notebook and pen could surpass today’s technology. My BUJO has became an extension of me.

[minvictor]

Mr. Carrol, I just want to thank you and say your method is literally SAVING MY LIFE! Can't thank you enough for how much you helped me and my family!!! Our best regards from Brazil!!!

[skrtskrtonfellaz]

Yes!! A productive bullet journal video!

[rudolphiscrying]

Oh my, I haven't thought or seen this kind of habbit tracker like this. Thank you, good sir!

[Alun]

I have been Bullet Journaling for a year now. It is an absolute lifesaver!