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Thoughts on private journaling, digital privacy, and building the writing habit.

Privacy May 20, 2026 · 7 min read
Why your journal app can probably read your diary

Most journal apps store your entries on their servers, and most privacy policies don't explicitly rule out reading them. Here's what "private" actually means in practice, and what to look for.

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Comparison May 20, 2026 · 6 min read
Day One price increase: what are your alternatives in 2026?

Day One now costs $49.99/yr. If you're reconsidering your subscription, here are six honest alternatives, with what each does well and where each falls short.

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Guide May 20, 2026 · 8 min read
How to start a digital journal (and actually stick with it)

Most people who try journaling quit in the first two weeks. This guide covers what actually works, not motivation tips, but structural changes that make journaling the path of least resistance.

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Opinion May 20, 2026 · 6 min read
Digital journaling vs paper: what you actually lose (and gain)

Paper journalers who go digital often feel like they're giving something up. They're right. Here's an honest accounting of what changes, and why the trade-off is worth it for most people.

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Habits May 20, 2026 · 5 min read
5 journaling habits that actually work

Forget morning pages and gratitude lists. The journaling habits that stick are smaller, stranger, and more forgiving than the ones you'll find on most habit blogs.

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