Junk journaling is my favorite creative ritual—a cozy blend of memory keeping, sustainability, and play. Using scraps, ephemera, and everyday “trash,” I turn simple moments into meaningful keepsakes. Here’s why I love junk journaling and how it helps me slow down, create without rules, and see beauty in the little things.

Discover the quiet power of small daily rituals—coffee, tea, reading, walks—and how they anchor us in a fast-moving world.

Starting something new can feel slow, like staring at a loading screen, but progress is happening—even if it’s small. On One Big Side Quest, I’ve learned to celebrate tiny wins, track ideas, and find my rhythm despite work and algorithm pressures. Every small step adds up, from TikTok views to blog reads. Remember: growth doesn’t need to be fast to matter—slow progress is still progress.

This week was busier than usual, but in the best way—full of thrift finds, family time, and slow moments at home. I’m sharing three little joys that made my summer week feel a bit sweeter and reminded me that happiness really lives in the in-between.