The difference between a journal and a diary has always been the difference between writing down your thoughts and feelings.
In a diary, you write what you’re feeling.
In a journal, you write what you’re thinking.
Naturally, you’ll include feelings into your journal, and include thoughts into your diary. But the core stays the same. A diary focuses on emotions and reactions. A journal focuses on thoughts and ideas.
They’re not exclusive, though. It’s just a notebook, so do whatever you want with it.
Many start out with just a stroke of intention.
Here’s my inspiration for the day.