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The Bullet Journal Method: Track Your Past, Order Your Present, Plan Your Future

Track Your Past, Order Your Present, Plan Your Future

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The Bullet Journal Method: Track Your Past, Order Your Present, Plan Your Future

Written by: Ryder Carroll
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THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER

Transform your life using the Bullet Journal Method, the revolutionary organisational system and worldwide phenomenon.

The Bullet Journal Method will undoubtedly transform your life, in more ways than you can imagine’ Hal Elrod, author of The Miracle Morning

In his long-awaited first book, Ryder Carroll, the creator of the enormously popular Bullet Journal organisational system, explains how to use his method to:

  • TRACK YOUR PAST: using nothing more than a pen and paper, create a clear, comprehensive, and organised record of your thoughts and goals.
  • ORDER YOUR PRESENT: find daily calm by prioritising and minimising your workload and tackling your to-do list in a more mindful and productive way.
  • PLAN YOUR FUTURE: establish and appraise your short-term and long-term goals, plan more complex projects simply and effectively, and live your life with meaning and purpose.

Like many of us, Ryder Carroll tried everything to get organised – countless apps, systems, planners, you name it. Nothing really worked. Then he invented his own simple system that required only pen and paper, which he found both effective and calming. He shared his method with a few friends, and before long he had a worldwide viral movement.

The system combines elements of a wishlist, a to-do list, and a diary. It helps you identify what matters and set goals accordingly. By breaking long-term goals into small actionable steps, users map out an approachable path towards continual improvement, allowing them to stay focused despite the crush of incoming demands.

But this is much more than a time management book. It's also a manifesto for what Ryder calls "intentional living": making sure that your beliefs and actions align. Even if you already use a Bullet Journal, this book gives you new exercises to become more calm and focused, new insights on how to prioritise well, and a new awareness of the power of analogue tools in a digital world.

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Critic Reviews

‘Bullet journaling is one of the most elegant and effective productivity systems I've ever encountered. It will not only help you get more organised but will also help you become a better person. I highly recommend this book (and the method it details) for anyone looking to get more out of life’ Cal Newport, author of Deep Work

‘Whether you are an avid journaler or have always wanted to explore the benefits of journaling, The Bullet Journal Method simplifies the power of putting pen to paper and will undoubtedly transform your life, in more ways than you can imagine’ Hal Elrod, author of The Miracle Morning

A month in, and I am surprised by how well this system has kept me on task. I have retired my other organising apps. The physicality of my notebook stops me from getting distracted when I am planning my day. It is nice to have a single log of where and how I spend my time. And, crucially, I am much more productive. My email inbox no longer dictates my priorities for the day’ Lilah Raptopoulos, Financial Times

‘As well as the journal’s ability to organise and prioritise tasks, the popularity of pages dedicated to tracking aspects such as mood and gratitude has led experts to believe that bullet journals could be effective in combatting anxiety – as they make tasks easier to approach and deal with’ Independent

‘I've been using my bullet journal daily since the beginning of January, and I'm low-key obsessed!’ Buzzfeed

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I came across the idea of Bullet Journaling years ago through YouTube (especially creators like Boho Berry) and have been using the method on and off since 2019, but listening to The Bullet Journal Method finally helped me understand the deeper “why” behind the practice. This audiobook is not just about layouts, keys, or spreads—it thoughtfully explains the intention, mindset, and meaning behind each element, making the system feel purposeful rather than mechanical. Ryder Carroll’s approach is encouraging, non-perfectionist, and practical, reminding you to start small and let the journal evolve with you. As someone who enjoys traditional journaling but finds it time-consuming in daily life, bullet journaling has helped me spot patterns, habits, and recurring thoughts in a clear, efficient way—and this book beautifully articulates that value. Listening to it during daily chores made it accessible and easy to complete, and even without 100% retention, it left me inspired, grounded, and motivated to revisit the method with renewed clarity. Highly recommended for anyone curious about bullet journaling or looking to bring more awareness and structure into their life.

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