The Day One Podcast 70 - Leveling Up in Real Life: Kevin Anderson on Gamifying Personal Growth Through Journaling
Jul 4, 2025
Kevin Anderson, a creative entrepreneur and journaling enthusiast, discusses his daily journaling practice that began in 2020. He likens journaling to a real-life video game, using it to track emotions and celebrate victories. Kevin shares techniques like morning intentions and evening reflections, as well as the joy of printing entries into colorful books. The conversation encourages listeners to gamify personal growth, embrace imperfections, and start a journaling journey for self-discovery and meaningful legacy.
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Rediscovering Daily Journaling Habit
- Kevin resumed journaling daily after hearing about it in a podcast and rediscovering an old habit from middle school.
- He views building a streak like leveling up in a video game, motivating continued consistency.
Flexible Journaling Timing
- Try journaling at different times: morning sets intentions, evenings reflect on the day, and during the day capture important moments.
- Use photos or voice recordings to enrich entries and preserve memories vividly.
Journaling as a Life Game
- Journaling acts like a real-life video game, tracking levels of growth and life experiences.
- It provides clarity, allowing reflection on wins and challenges with gratitude and presence.
