How to Set Daily Reminders to Journal — Across Any Device
Simple ways to build a habit you’ll actually keep
One of the biggest challenges in journaling isn’t what to write — it’s remembering to sit down and do it. Even if you wantto journal consistently, busy days and brain fog can make it easy to forget.
The solution? A simple, well-placed reminder.
Here’s how to set up daily journaling reminders using built-in tools across your devices.
📱 Set a Journaling Reminder on iPhone (iOS)
Using the Reminders App:
Open the Reminders app
Tap New Reminder
Name it something like “Write in Acorn Journals”
Tap the info (“i”) icon
Toggle “Remind me on a day” → Set time (e.g., 8:30pm)
Toggle “Repeat” → Select Daily
Done. Now you’ll get a gentle nudge each day.
🤖 Set a Journaling Reminder on Android
Using Google Assistant:
Say or type:
“Hey Google, remind me to journal at 9pm every day”
Or…
Using the Google Calendar app:
Open Google Calendar
Tap the + and choose Event
Title it “Journaling Time”
Set time and frequency to Daily
Enable notifications
Simple and effective.
🖥️ Set a Journaling Reminder on Mac
Using Apple Calendar:
Open Calendar
Double-click any time slot (e.g., 9:00pm)
Title it “Journaling”
Set Repeat to Every Day
Add an Alert (e.g., 10 minutes before)
It will now pop up daily across your Mac and synced iPhone/iPad.
💻 Set a Journaling Reminder on Windows
Using the built-in Clock App (Windows 10/11):
Search “Alarms & Clock” from the Start Menu
Open the app → Click Alarm
Add a new alarm
Set for a consistent time (e.g., 9:15pm)
Choose Repeat: Daily
Your PC will alert you even when minimized.
🧠 Habit Tip: Make Your Reminder Feel Natural
Instead of setting a random time, tie your journaling to something you already do:
Right after brushing your teeth
After you finish work
Just before you get into bed
Even a 1-minute entry can anchor your day.
🌱 Acorn Journals Makes It Easy to Start Small
If you’ve set your reminder, you’re already 90% there. Open Acorn Journals from your phone or browser and start your next entry. No pressure to write a novel — just plant a few thoughts and watch your habit grow.
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