1) Create your own system. You need to build it your way- your journey, your journal. I personally like to write it in freehand. Some people like the app format- just typing and archiving it. I color highlight entries in which they could apply to #3. Some people write in a cool leather journal and tie it with a leather lash.
2) Create your own method (hear your own voice in writing it). You can be philosophical, travelsophistical, psychological, or even comical when you write- you choose. Start out with a paragraph, a page, two pages, or even a daily time limit. My kids are now making fun of me because I like to set an ambiance with candlelight when I write. I have a special pen. Write with a cool glass of lemonade or a mug of hot chocolate nearby.
3) Create a way to share your message
I have a blog to share them. They make great messages in cards- who now needs Hallmark anyway?.
Your experiences from your journal can make grand "story" entries to your FamilySearch account. I mark with with colored pencils- identifying entry topics.
When you write, think of this scripture in your mind, Alma 24:14- the "plan of salvation" is identified through your life experiences.
,"that the plan of salvation might be made known unto us as well as unto future generations."
I have kept a journal for nearly 40 years now. Before going to bed each night I make an entry. I also kept a work journal recording each day what interesting happened. I have started going back and reading my journals and find it very interesting. I also make it a point to mention certain things, such as the price of a gallon of gas. I also keep cards and pictures and other interesting things inside my journals. The only challenge is storing all of them..
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