Bullet Journal Future Log
A future log holds dates and plans for months you haven't set up yet in your bullet journal.
It gives you a longer view when you're arranging an appointment or noting an event beyond the current month.
How to make a future log
Before drawing one, decide how much detail you want to record. Leave enough writing room for the kinds of entries you expect.
Use A Pre-Printed Journal
If you'd rather not draw calendars, consider a notebook with the relevant pages already printed.
This journal is an example to compare. Check the edition's included pages before choosing it.
Browse more pre-printed journals.
Use future log stickers
Small calendar stickers are another option for future or monthly logs. Compare their size with the writing space you need.
The Alastair Method
The Alastair Method uses a list and month columns instead of separate calendar grids.
Draw a narrow column for each month, with room beside the columns for your entries. For each event, write the details on one row and place a dot in the relevant month's column.
Add entries as you think of them; they don't need to be in date order.
The month marks help you scan the list when planning ahead.
Read the original Alastair Method explanation on the Bullet Journal blog.
Is it worth it to use a future log?
After using paper future logs, I found digital calendars easier for my own dated appointments and deadlines.
I use the calendar and reminders on my iPhone, synced across my devices. Notifications help me remember school meetings, appointments, and subscription renewal dates. A paper log and a digital calendar can also work alongside each other.
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