In this video I’m officially putting my 2026 reading journal to work for the very first time, and it’s such a cozy little “yap and catch up” session. I flip through my January pages, update my reading stats, and start filling in the trackers and goals I set for the year—so if your journal is sitting there looking pretty but empty… consider this your sign to start messy and just begin. I also walk you through how I approach monthly spreads in a way that feels cute and motivating, but still realistic for actual adult life. I share the exact supplies I’m using (stickers, star ratings, and my printing setup for book covers), plus little tips for making your pages feel personal without needing to be an artist. If you’re starting a reading journal from scratch, catching up mid-month, or you just want new spread ideas, you’ll leave with a simple framework: track what matters to you, keep it consistent, and let the journal be a cozy ritual—not another thing to be perfect at.