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How To Fall In Love With Traveling Alone As A Single Woman
Growing up as an only child taught me a lot about enjoying solitude. I never had an imaginary friend. And I don’t remember ever feeling particularly bored on my own. Feeling content and more than enough with my own presence was something that carried through into adulthood. So it came as no surprise to me…
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What Is Junk Journaling? Tips and Tricks for Beginners
Back in the day, some 10+ years ago, there was a popular prompted book called “Wreck This Journal”. Every Tumblr girlie had pictures of it, yours truly included. You can actually still get the book on Amazon (not affiliate, just think it’s cool that it still exists). So what does this have to do with…
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26 Journaling Gratitude Prompts for a Happier You
I’ve written about the transformative power of journaling for mental health, but in this blog post, I want to specifically talk about creating a sense of gratitude by writing. That is why I’ve compiled a list of 26 journaling gratitude prompts that can help you cultivate a sense of joy and appreciation in your daily…
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The Three Musketeers Review: Is It Worth Reading in 2024?
My first read of the year was Alexandre Dumas’ The Three Musketeers. I felt obligated to read this novel; after all, my favorite book of all time is written by the same author. However, if you’ve read The Count of Monte Cristo and are eager to read more by the author, don’t expect the same…
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Reading The Count of Monte Cristo For The First Time: The Ultimate Guide
Tips and trick on finishing this epic 1000+ pages classic book by Alexandre Dumas Photo by Eduardo Casajús Gorostiaga on Unsplash NOTE: This article about The Count of Monte Cristo is spoiler-free! I mention certain chapters, key locations and sections of the book, for the sake of context, but there’s no mention of any events that aren’t featured on…
Journaling and Reading as a Lifestyle
Hi and welcome to The Casual Reader, your go-to source for inspirational guides and stories about journaling, reading, writing, self-improvement, and more.
I’m a content writer and artist with a background in SEO project management and graphic design. Journaling is what keeps me sane in this chaotic world.
Who is this blog made for? The chronically curious, knowledge-hungry minds with goals to improve their mental and physical health through introspective and organized daily practice.
I post journaling tips and guides, recommendations, book reviews, and sometimes lifestyle stories and writing tips that will hopefully inspire you. 🙂