In this day and age of computers, tablets, and mobile phones, where everything can be typed and saved on devices, you’d think the humble paper diary or journal may no longer serve a purpose. But you will be surprised to know that diaries and journals are still popular and routinely used in homes and workplaces by people of all ages. And no, you do not have to be a literary genius to use a paper diary. It has many other uses and comes in different styles, making it a practical item to carry everywhere. So why do we still use diaries?

• To Stay Organised

Professionals have been using paper diaries for centuries, to note important appointments, create schedules, and generally stay on top of things at work. And they are still used by professionals for the same purpose, despite the availability of computers and mobile phone apps. You are more likely to remember an important meeting or appointment if you have physically written it down in a diary than typed it on a device. And there’s scientific evidence to support this. Maintaining a diary and writing down crucial information can help you remember better and stay organised at work and outside.

• To Be More Efficient & Productive

A paper diary is perfect for quickly jotting ideas or notes in a meeting or conference. It is also great for writing down things that worked and did not work in a project or presentation, both of which can be reviewed readily at a later stage and used to make improvements accordingly. Noting things in a diary can help improve efficiency and productivity.

• For Mental Wellbeing

Professional notes and reminders are not the only things you can write in a diary. A paper journal can also be used for putting down your thoughts and feelings daily or as and when you want to. Journalling has been scientifically proven to be effective in reducing the severity of mental illnesses and helping a person cope better with their negative thoughts and emotions. It is an excellent outlet to pour your heart out without fearing judgement from anyone.

• For Keeping Records

Another age-old use of diaries is keeping records of crucial information that may be too sensitive to store on a device that can break or get damaged beyond repair. Instead, diaries and journals can be tucked away in a safe place for years, without fearing damage or loss. They are ideal for noting down stuff and records that you want to be passed down to the next generation.

If you thought diaries are a thing of the past, think again! They are still extensively used for professional and recreational purposes and make excellent gifts for everyone. Business diaries make effective promo products for boosting your marketing campaigns. Check out our amazing collection of promotional diaries and journals at Printed4You and give your marketing efforts a serious boost! Call our team at 0116 366 8002 or email us at [email protected] to get started.