<p>In this episode, I break down a simple, tactical journaling workflow that has completely transformed my self-awareness, clarity, and personal growth. I share exactly how I use Day One, ChatGPT, and NotebookLM to turn my weekly thoughts into a custom podcast I listen to every morning—helping me spot blind spots, track patterns, and accelerate my evolution in real time.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Highlights:</p><p><br></p><p>– The journaling habit that finally stuck: I share how I went from inconsistent journaling to writing every single day—and why the tool matters less than the process you design around it.</p><p><br></p><p>– My full weekly workflow (step-by-step): I walk through the exact system I use: </p><p> - Journaling daily in Day One </p><p> - Exporting weekly entries </p><p> - Feeding them into ChatGPT to identify themes, blind spots, mindset shifts, and quotes </p><p> - Compiling a month of insights into NotebookLM </p><p> - Generating a personal podcast made from my own thoughts and growth </p><p> - Listening to that podcast every morning to reinforce new beliefs</p><p><br></p><p>– Why this system works so powerfully: I explain how getting thoughts out of my mind creates space, helps me see patterns I’d normally miss, and gives me a new vantage point on my behavior, emotions, and growth.</p><p><br></p><p>– Reinforcing your evolution: Hearing my own words reflected back to me in audio form strengthens clarity, reinforces direction, and lets me witness how far I’ve actually come.</p><p><br></p><p>– A challenge for you: This is the method that works for me, but I encourage you to find the system that helps you digest your thoughts, track your growth, and create new mental space.</p><p><br></p><p>If this episode brought you value or gave you a new way to think about journaling, send it to a friend who might need it. See you next time.</p><p>👉 Stop playing small, book a call! Link in bio 👉 For more information visit <a href="https://www.austinlinney.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.austinlinney.com</a>/ 👉 The @constructyourlifepodcast is available on ALL platforms More Resources: Discover Proactive Operators at <a href="https://www.proactiveoperators.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.proactiveoperators.com</a>/. We’re not just coaches—we’re operators and investors with real skin in the game. Our battle-tested strategies come straight from our own businesses. No theory, just execution.No theory, just real execution. Book a call and let’s make things happen! #MINDSETPODCAST #BUSINESSPODCAST #REALESTATEPODCAST Powered by <a href="https://www.podcastproducer.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.podcastproducer.com</a>/</p>

Construct Your Life With Austin Linney

Austin Linney

New way to journal | Friday Rant with Austin Linney | Construct your life #791

DEC 5, 20254 MIN
Construct Your Life With Austin Linney

New way to journal | Friday Rant with Austin Linney | Construct your life #791

DEC 5, 20254 MIN

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<p>In this episode, I break down a simple, tactical journaling workflow that has completely transformed my self-awareness, clarity, and personal growth. I share exactly how I use Day One, ChatGPT, and NotebookLM to turn my weekly thoughts into a custom podcast I listen to every morning—helping me spot blind spots, track patterns, and accelerate my evolution in real time.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Highlights:</p><p><br></p><p>– The journaling habit that finally stuck: I share how I went from inconsistent journaling to writing every single day—and why the tool matters less than the process you design around it.</p><p><br></p><p>– My full weekly workflow (step-by-step): I walk through the exact system I use: </p><p> - Journaling daily in Day One </p><p> - Exporting weekly entries </p><p> - Feeding them into ChatGPT to identify themes, blind spots, mindset shifts, and quotes </p><p> - Compiling a month of insights into NotebookLM </p><p> - Generating a personal podcast made from my own thoughts and growth </p><p> - Listening to that podcast every morning to reinforce new beliefs</p><p><br></p><p>– Why this system works so powerfully: I explain how getting thoughts out of my mind creates space, helps me see patterns I’d normally miss, and gives me a new vantage point on my behavior, emotions, and growth.</p><p><br></p><p>– Reinforcing your evolution: Hearing my own words reflected back to me in audio form strengthens clarity, reinforces direction, and lets me witness how far I’ve actually come.</p><p><br></p><p>– A challenge for you: This is the method that works for me, but I encourage you to find the system that helps you digest your thoughts, track your growth, and create new mental space.</p><p><br></p><p>If this episode brought you value or gave you a new way to think about journaling, send it to a friend who might need it. See you next time.</p><p>👉 Stop playing small, book a call! Link in bio 👉 For more information visit <a href="https://www.austinlinney.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.austinlinney.com</a>/ 👉 The @constructyourlifepodcast is available on ALL platforms More Resources: Discover Proactive Operators at <a href="https://www.proactiveoperators.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.proactiveoperators.com</a>/. We’re not just coaches—we’re operators and investors with real skin in the game. Our battle-tested strategies come straight from our own businesses. No theory, just execution.No theory, just real execution. Book a call and let’s make things happen! #MINDSETPODCAST #BUSINESSPODCAST #REALESTATEPODCAST Powered by <a href="https://www.podcastproducer.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.podcastproducer.com</a>/</p>