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JANUARY 2021 PUBLISHER

Michael Beightol | michael.beightol@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

A Fresh Start for SW Lake County!

Stephen Neilson | stephen.neilson@lifestylepubs.com STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER

Graham Blus | grahamkblus@gmail.com

WELL, FOLKS, 2021 HAS ARRIVED AND THE YEAR WE’D ALL SOONER FOR-

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vaccination program had begun. The bemused look of the friendly fellow on our cover sums things up nicely. Won’t it be great to again be able to see maskless smiles from everybody soon this year? This month we focus on health and well-being, thanks to the contributions of some incredible local talent. Russ Riendeau of Lake Barrington created the cover art which is drawn from a lovely new book that’s a collection of his art, photography, poetry and prose. The trio of owners at Pulsation Yoga in Lake Zurich tell us why yoga may be the ideal pathway to feeling better in 2021. Former Lake Zurich resi-

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Michael Beightol, Kimberly Blaker, Susan Burns, Nicolette Martin, Alyssa Poggioli, Russ Riendeau, Sandy Smith, Alison Tseng CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS

Thomas Balsamo, Michael Beightol, Graham Blus, Estee Janssens, Danielle Kay Lucas, Matt Kosterman, Stephen Neilson, Russ Riendeau, Kasia Vetter

dent Alyssa Poggioli, a certified life coach, writes about focusing on the here-andnow. Kimberly Blaker, a regular contributor, shares some of the pros-and-cons of moving away for anybody preparing to retire this year. One more thing about Russ’s book, Somewhere Past Gum Creek, now available for Amazon Kindle. He graciously offered to give a copy to one of our readers, so please

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$840,000

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$875,000

97%

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JANUARY 2021

FEATURES 10 New Beginnings Take Ownership, Regulate Your Emotions, and Commit to Actions for a Happier, Healthier 2021.

14 Yoga: The Pathway to a Better You in 2021 Susan Burns, Alison Tseng & Sandy Smith Practice What They Teach: Calming Minds, Strengthening Bodies.

18 Pros & Cons of Retiring Somewhere Else Whether Close to Home or Faraway, Your Perfect Place for Retirement Awaits.

24 Poetry In Commotion Neuroscience Suggests Poetry is a Safe, Transformative Medicine

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TAKE OWNERSHIP IN YOUR MINDSET, REGULATE YOUR EMOTIONS, AND COMMIT TO ACTIONS FOR A HAPPIER, HEALTHIER 2021.

JANUARY IS A MONTH THAT CAN CAUSE

HOPE,

EXCITEMENT,

AND

COMMITMENT IN SOME, WHILE FOR OTHERS IT BRINGS ON STRESS, UNREALISTIC EXPECTATIONS, AND SHAME. Not to mention, in February this year we reach the notorious 12th month of living during a global pandemic. If we break it down, I feel it is safe to say no one could have prepared for the distress, disconnect, and discomfort Covid-19 has induced or exacerbated whether it be personally, professionally or politically. We as a nation have had a lot to sift through and endure while in isolation. As a certified coach in life, leadership, connection, and habit change I have found a lot of success in becoming disciplined in three concepts:

+ Acceptance. + Becoming an emotion scientist. + Revival.

NEW BEGINNINGS

ARTICLE ALYSSA POGGIOLI

Bhudda. 10

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Alyssa Poggioli.

Lao Tzu.

If I may, I’d like to share some quotes for some illumination on

That being said, become an emotion scientist by

these concepts. The first is this: “The more you try to control some-

pausing throughout the day to check in with your

thing, the more it controls you. Free yourself and let things take their

mind and body. Recognize in this exact moment

own natural course.” —Buddha.

what is your emotional state. Understand why

Acceptance is being open to your thoughts, feelings, and circumstances. It does not mean approving, wanting, liking, or giving in to the experience. It simply means letting go of trying to control what cannot be controlled.

are you feeling this way. What is causing it? What could have triggered this feeling? For the third concept – Revival – let’s consider the words of Lao Tzu, an ancient Chinese

The second quote is from somebody I really admire and have

philosopher and founder of Taoism: “If you are

studied under: Tara Meyer-Robson considers herself a Mind-

depressed you are living in the past. If you are

Body interpreter. She’s also the creator of the Empowered Empath

anxious you are living in the future. If you are at

Academy. Her quote: “When awareness is brought to an emotion,

peace you are living in the present.”

power is brought to our life.”

Revive by taking ownership in restoring

Research shows that your feelings affect five major areas in your

consciousness into every element within your

day-to-day living. They affect your attention capacity, decision

makeup. Take this time to put light on who you

making, relationship building, physical and mental health, as well

are being, what you are doing and why: men-

as performance and creativity. By not being aware of this, you may

tally, emotionally, physically, financially, profes-

experience more conflict in daily life.

sionally, spiritually and socially.

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE (CONTINUED)

I F YO U A R E D E P R E S S E D YO U A R E L I V I N G I N T H E PA S T. I F YO U A R E A N X I O US YO U A R E L I V I N G I N T H E FU T U R E . I F YO U A R E AT P E AC E YO U A R E L I V I N G I N T H E P R E S E N T. — L AO T ZU

I recently wrote a chapter in a book titled The

relationships. This is the risk we take if we do not

Successful Mind: Tools to Living a Purposeful,

seize the opportunity for growth that exists in the

Productive and Happy Life. My chapter specifically

year to come. Be it in isolation or not we all have

was “Connect to Create Success.” I went through

the same chance to grow in 2021.

five phases needing examination and the impor-

To build your acceptance skills, start here: cul-

tance of how connection and creation of success

tivate compassion, take perspective, concentrate

can occur at any moment in time. So, if what I am

on what can be changed, practice mindfulness

tapping into here resonates, you may want to read

(meditation), demonstrate acceptance with your

the book.

actions (verbalize it), make time for contemplation

By implementing one or all of these disciplines in

or reflection (journaling), and take up a practice

your day-to-day lifestyle, you will be able to expe-

of paying attention to your body and how it feels

rience greater health, happiness, fulfillment and

(yoga, tai chi, qi gong).

joy. By no means do I mean to make this sound

Take ownership in your mindset, regulate your

easy, because each of these concepts require

emotions, and commit to actions for a happier,

their own tenacious practice. When you discover,

healthier 2021.

however, what you are experiencing and why

you are experiencing it, it puts you in the driver’s

About the Author: Alyssa Poggioli helps people confi-

seat. You can choose to let go of the uncontrollable

dently create connection, lead with impact and be able

and instead apply that energy into action, creat-

to love with intention. She puts a strong emphasis on

ing something different. That is where the Revival

emotional intelligence (EQ). Her mission is to enable

component comes in.

awareness towards a client’s mindset and dis-servic-

Acceptance can be hard, but as people, a

ing beliefs so that they can understand and effectively

community and even as a nation, rejuvenation is

articulate emotions, create deeper partnerships, and

necessary. If you do not apply it, you will continue

take personal responsibility in their habits. Learn more

to have greater risk of negative impacts: becom-

at AlyssaPoggioli.com. The book she contributed

ing a workaholic, being hypercritical of yourself,

to, “The Successful Mind: Tools to Living a Purposeful,

struggling with addiction, and having unhealthy

Productive and Happy Life”, is available at Amazon.

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ARTICLE MICHAEL BEIGHTOL

PHOTOGRAPHY THOMAS BALSAMO & GRAHAM BLUS

Photo by Thomas Balsamo.

A PAT H T O A BE T T E R 2 0 21 14

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SUSAN BURNS, ALISON TSENG & SANDY SMITH PRACTICE WHAT THEY TEACH: CALMING THE MIND AND STRENGTHENING THE BODY.

YOGA OFFERS A UNIQUE APPROACH OF LINKING THE MIND, BREATH, AND BODY. We recently had an email conversation with the owners of Pulsation Yoga to explore the origins of their business and why yoga is something to consider in the New Year. This is an edited transcript of their words. SW LAKE: IN 2021 WHY SHOULD ANYBODY LEAN INTO YOGA? PULSATION YOGA: We believe that yoga offers a unique approach of linking the mind, breath and body to calm the mind and strengthen the body. We practice intentions and concepts on-themat that then translate into everyday life off-the-mat. It’s more than just exercise. There is the physical movement, but with that the student finds stillness in the mind and openness in the heart, which gives a sense of peace, calm and intention that is unmatched in other forms of exercise.

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A PATH TO A BETTER 2021 (CONTINUED)

SWL: WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES TO YOGA? PY: Yoga is designed to honor the practitioner’s body at whatever state it is in. Yoga is accessible for all body types, ages and abilities. It’s just a matter of finding the right class whether it’s the Basics with a focus on foundational poses or Level 2 with a more advanced and athletic approach. There are other options in between, such as yin and restorative yoga that focus more on stillness and gaining flexibility. Plus-sized yoga helps make poses more accessible for anybody. SWL: WHAT LIMITS ARE THERE TO YOGA, IF ANY? PY: There really are no limitations to yoga. The “practice” of yoga must be adapted each time we step on the mat to the limitations we bring, either through injury, disease or inability to focus from the pressures of life. Because so many people focus on the physical aspect of practice, it is important to practice with an experienced yoga instructor who understands alignment, modifications and different ways to experience the same poses. SWL: WHY DO YOGA IN A GUIDED WAY— WHETHER IN-PERSON OR REMOTELY VIA SOMETHING LIKE ZOOM? PY: While there are many videos and books to provide instruction in yoga, practicing in person or live online with a trained instructor ensures that the student receives a safe, personalized practice. Using a video or a book builds familiarity with poses and names, but without the personal aspect of in-person or online, students can lose the accountability, the improvements and most importantly, the sense of community that comes with practicing yoga with others. SWL: SO HOW DID THE PARTNERS OF PULSATION YOGA COME TOGETHER? PY: The business was founded in 2011. When the original owners announced their retirement in 2019, the three of us came together to make a big decision. Each of us had long-term ties to the studio as students, trainees and instructors. But it was more

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Anjaneyasana (Low Lunge) helps with flexibility.

Vrksasana (Tree) is a pose to help with balance.

than that. The Pulsation Yoga community was so

is required to practice yoga is an open mind and heart,

special and strong and had given each of us some-

and comfortable clothes to move in. Mats and props

thing that we truly needed. So, we purchased the stu-

assist in comfort and maintaining alignment in poses,

dio together to not only carry on the community but

but even common household items can substitute.

make it stronger. There is a balance to our friendship and partnership that adds to our decision-making

SWL: FINALLY, SHARE WITH READERS WHAT

process. For example, we each represent a different

THEY CAN EXPECT TO ACHIEVE BY PRACTIC-

generation (Boomer, Gen X and Millennial), a differ-

ING YOGA IN 2021.

ent skill set (training, business and marketing), and a

PY: Practicing yoga makes you stronger and more

different element of personality (Earth, Fire and Air).

flexible in more ways than just the physical sense.

These three perspectives give us a wider view on

If 2020 taught us nothing else it was that we need

how to better serve our community.

to be strong and flexible so when life changes, we can pivot without losing our balance. Yoga is often

SWL: HOW MANY TIMES A WEEK SHOULD

a metaphor for life because yoga, at its root, is a

SOMEONE PRACTICE YOGA?

philosophy of life. Strength and flexibility are para-

PY: “Should” is a word we try to avoid in yoga! Adding

mount in balancing—on your mat and off.

in yoga even once a week will provide benefits; however, yoga can be practiced daily for maximum

Pulsation Yoga, with studios in Arlington Heights and

results. In general, we see many practitioners aim for

Lake Zurich, also offers online classes. Learn more at

attending a class at least three times a week. All that

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PROS & CONS OF RETIRING SOMEWHERE ELSE ARTICLE KIMBERLY BLAKER | PHOTOGRAPHY MICHAEL BEIGHTOL

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Another important factor to consider is affordability. If you’re thinking about moving after retirement, you may want to simply downsize locally. If kids are grown and gone, you probably don’t need as much space. Your changing needs may be better served with a smaller home. For most, retirement can mean you’ll have a smaller income than you did when working. So, having a smaller mortgage or rent payments, lower property taxes and insurance, and less maintenance and repairs can save a bundle. If your home is paid off, you’ll have a MILLIONS OF BABY BOOMERS RETIRE EACH YEAR, BUT IN

nice nest egg when you sell.

2020 THE NUMBER OF RETIRED BOOMERS INCREASED MORE THAN IN PRIOR YEARS, ACCORDING TO A PEW RESEARCH

THE PROS AND CONS OF RELOCATING

CENTER STUDY. In the third quarter of 2020, about 28.6 million

Deciding to move away from family and friends is a big deci-

Baby Boomers—those born between 1946 and 1964—reported that

sion. Creating a list of personal pros and cons is a helpful tool to

they were out of the labor force due to retirement. That’s 3.2 million

process all the factors. Everyone has their own unique set based

more Boomers than the 25.4 million who were retired in the same

on their values; the ones below may help you get started. Be sure

quarter of 2019.

to add your own.

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If you are nearing retirement, 2021 may be the year for a new and exciting chapter in life. You no longer have to dedicate time and energy to a job. For many retirees, this means a return to focusing on your own wants and needs. One of the most significant changes new retirees often consider is moving to a new city or state. The idea of relocating is an exciting way to embrace your new life. But it’s also a big decision you should consider carefully, especially if it means leaving family and friends behind. LIVING WHERE YOU LOVE OR SOMEPLACE MORE AFFORDABLE During

earlier

adulthood,

people

often

choose to live where they do because of a job or the best location to raise a family. Retirement provides the opportunity to pick a place to live because that’s what you want. There are many

pros

+ Leaving behind obligations , old drama , or bad memories . + G et ting a f re sh s tar t . + Finding a more appropriate place for your s tage of life . + Finding a new communit y with whom you have more in common . + Leaving an area that has a younger population and a family focus . + S aving money by downsizing or living in a les s expensive area .

reasons retirees choose to relocate. Most often, they want to live in a place that offers a better way of life. A significant factor retirees consider is choosing someplace where they’d love to live. Maybe after years of living in SW Lake County you’re ready for the excitement of downtown Chicago. Maybe the idea of another Midwest winter has you longing to hike in the desert, enjoy the mountains or experience sunsets at the beach. After you retire, you’re better able to prioritize your personal preferences when deciding where to live. Think about what things you enjoy and the type of environment that makes you feel your best to help narrow down options.

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cons

PROS & CONS OF RETIRING SOMEWHERE ELSE (CONTINUED)

+ B eing away f rom familiar and special places . + H av ing to d eve l o p new ro u tine s . + Mis sing se eing family and f riends re gularly. + S tar ting over new takes a lot of ef for t . + Mak ing new f riends and f inding new social outlets . + M ov ing c an b e di f f i cul t and s t re s s f ul .

HOW TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR NEW LIFE WHEN YOU MOVE AWAY When relocating the best thing to do is go into it prepared. You’ll want to begin by figuring out precisely what you want out of your new home, town, and life to narrow down the places that make the most sense for you. Even if you already have a dream location in mind, know the reasons why you want to live there and that it will meet your expectations for retirement. It’s a good idea to visit any new place you’re seriously considering. Check out the more mundane aspects of it, like places to run errands. Talk to locals, particularly those at a similar stage of life, and get their perspective. Realtors and librarians are excellent resources for getting more information about what your potential new hometown has to offer. Once you’ve relocated, look for ways to get involved and become a part of your new community. Leaving

MANAGING FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS IF YOU MOVE AWAY

your old home also means losing the relationships and routines you

A big hesitation about relocating is that it may take a retiree away

were used to. At the same time, as a new retiree, you may have a lot

from their kids and grandchildren. If you’re used to living close to

more time on your hands than you’re accustomed to. So, find healthy

them and enjoy the benefits of being nearby, leaving family behind

and fun ways to fill that time to ensure you’re taking advantage of

can be difficult. You may feel relocating is right for you, yet you’re still

new opportunities.

worried about living so far away from loved ones. Fortunately, there are many ways to keep relationships strong, even from a distance.

Look for group classes that align with your interests or offer the opportunity to try something new. There are often classes specif-

Moving away from family and friends is easier than ever before

ically for senior populations where you can meet other people to

because of all the technology now available for keeping relationships

build new relationships and enjoy retired life together. Both the local

close through virtual connection. You can now easily see your kids or

library and city recreation department are helpful resources for find-

grandchildren at the tap of a button.

ing these classes and groups.

Through Social Media, you can follow them to get regular updates,

You can also go online to Meetup.com to find various social

photos and videos of important things happening in their lives. It’s

groups with a broad array of activities and interests. It’s a great way

just as easy to have direct communication at any time using text

to do the things you love and make new friends with whom you have

messaging and phone or video calls. One thing we learned from the

something in common.

pandemic is that Zoom can give us the feeling we’re right there with

Retirement is a time of change that can be both wonderful and

our families. At the pace technology is advancing, long-distance

daunting. So whatever path you’re considering, weigh your options

communication will continue to get better.

carefully to find the best situation suited for enjoying your new life.

In some ways, living away from your family (and friends) can make seeing each other in-person even better. When you live near family, you may not put as much effort into seeing each other or the quality of your time together because everyone’s lives are so busy. If you live further away, the time you spend together will be more focused, special and memorable. You can travel to each other’s locations or meet for vacations together for a fun change of pace. The time leading up to visits can be fulfilling, too, with countdowns or planning together as time for a visit gets closer, and excitement builds.

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Even if you already have a dream location in mind, know the reasons why you want to live there and that it will meet your expectations for retirement.

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POETRY

COMMOTION

NEUROSCIENCE SUGGESTS POETRY IS A SAFE, TRANSFORMATIVE MEDICINE.

ARTICLE RUSS RIENDEAU PHOTOGRAPHY MATT KOSTERMAN & RUSS RIENDEAU CONTINUED >

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"Kids and Kites."

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ARTIST’S PALETTE (CONTINUED)

commotion and creativ it y

Author Russ Riendeau; photo by Matt Kosterman.

IN MY NEW BOOK OF POEMS, PROSE AND PER-

creativity, whether it’s poetry, art or music? Do these

SPECTIVES TITLED SOMEWHERE PAST GUM

art forms impact us now, either as creators of or con-

CREEK, I’VE EMBEDDED A CHARACTER WHO IS IN

sumers of the work?

NEW TERRITORY. Exhausted, conflicted and suffering,

Personally, this pandemic has advanced my age

a mountain climber stands atop a frozen summit. His

somewhere between 3—47 years. Just a guess. At

frostbitten hands are missing two fingers—frozen solid,

times I feel exhausted, even helpless. I wonder if I’m

snapped clean off at the knuckles—now merely souve-

doing my job effectively. Challenged to feel optimistic

nirs stuffed in his coat pocket. Nevertheless, he takes in

about the future, I spend a lot of time contemplating my

this glorious vista from the top-of-the-world. Abruptly,

life decisions. Asking myself if “I’m on the right path” is

a random thought kidnaps—no, assassinates—this

just one of the many questions poking me.

brilliant experience: he remembers that before leaving

In sum: Sometimes it’s a real bummer.

home he forgot to pick up his dry cleaning. Suddenly,

On the flip side, this confinement has opened new

the routine of his life eclipses his moment of exhilaration.

channels of expression, emotions, ideas and philoso-

We are all in new territory, aren’t we? What a lot of

phies that I’d never previously been forced to examine.

commotion. With a pandemic still looming large but

(Why? Because there wasn’t a looming cloud of a virus

with vaccinations holding promise of a reprieve, we

lurking.) I have had friends lose a job. Others have

yearn to return to the routine of a normalized daily

tested positive for the virus. I have friends who have

life. Paradoxically, we also seek escape. Confinement

had loved ones get sick and die. I feel all their pain.

wears on us, isolates us, holds us hostage ‘till we just

It is real and it is downright scary. From this type of

want to disappear… teleport ourselves perhaps into a

reflection self-awareness appears, tapping my shoulder

space promising new life adventures as we summit the

frequently, suggesting I reconsider a few ideas, habits

COVID-19 mountain looming over us. We’re now so far

and activities that were wasting my time.

away from our prior routines, it sometimes feels like,

Though this shared tragedy, higher powers perhaps

well, trying to get out of a parking lot after a Chicago

have sent me clues: images and ideas to explore that

Bears game. (“Will we ever get home?”)

hadn’t appeared in my mind before. So, I took the hint.

These juxtaposed, innately-human emotions of want-

I started writing ideas down more, drawing pictures

ing predictable daily living while our exploring minds

without an end in mind. I had no agenda. I simply let my

scan the horizon for something exciting, meaningful,

fingers follow the words and images that came into my

worthwhile—even life-defining—provide an exciting

imagination. Poetry ideas appeared; random phrases I

opportunity to examine ourselves in a recovering world.

heard or read that would typically pass me by took on

So, how does this lingering pandemic and the

a whole new meaning. This was exciting and uplifting,

spirit and future of 2021 connect to and integrate with

and gave me new resolve to keep vigilant in my work, CONTINUED >

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“New Frontier.”

“Medicine Man.”

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my play, and my commitment to exploring what could lie Somewhere Past Gum Creek… an imaginary destination where I captured these inspirations. Through this metaphorical approach I found a place to hike,

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THE BASICS YOU NEED TO KNOW TO START ORGANIZING YOUR LIFE + ACCOMPLISHING YOUR GOALS

can find to streamline our obligations (and our thoughts) can be a lifesaver! Enter: bullet journaling. It’s equal parts calendar, meal tracker, diary, self care and, well, really anything else that you want to keep tabs on! The “mindfulness practice disguised as a productivity system,” coined by creator Ryder Carroll, can help you master the art of intentional living—any way you want to.

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what you need There’s so much you can do here with just a notebook (you’ll probably want one with a dotted grid) and a pen! If you want to add some creative flair, consider incorporating markers, stickers and washi tape.

start simple When you start searching for bullet journaling on Pinterest, it can get really overwhelming really fast. Decide what is most important for you to keep track of and start with that! If you try to do too much at once, you’ll be less likely to stick with it.

make it your own The most important thing to remember is that it is for you and not anyone else. Use your favorite colors, doodle things that help

symbols

you out and make it work for you!

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A bullet journal really becomes what you make it. Use symbols that speak to you! Here are some basics to start with:

Task

Event Note

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page styles t ypes of pages in a bullet jour nal

+ Mood tracker

+ Spending log

+ Activity tracker

+ Bucket list

+ Exercise tracker

+ Reading list

+ Ideas list

+ Yearly goals

+ Chore list

+ Happiness log

+ Budget tracker

+ Sleep tracker

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