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The Science of Success

The Scientific-Based Frameworks & Psychology Behind the Self Journal

At BestSelf.co, we believe that personal growth and productivity shouldn't be left to chance.

That's why the Self Journal is built on a foundation of scientific research, combining insights from psychology, neuroscience, and behavioral studies.

The Scientific Principles behind the Self Journal:

THE SCIENCE BEHIND

Goal-Setting and Motivation

Research by Locke and Latham (2002) shows that specific, challenging goals lead to higher performance than vague or easy goals. Moreover, Di Domenico and Ryan (2017) highlight the importance of intrinsic motivation in goal pursuit.

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IN THE SELF JOURNAL

We encourage users to set specific, measurable goals and break them down into actionable steps. The journal also prompts reflection on why these goals matter, fostering intrinsic motivation.

THE SCIENCE BEHIND

Habit Formation

Studies by Wood and Rünger (2016) demonstrate that habits are formed through consistent repetition in stable contexts. James Clear's "Atomic Habits" (2018) further emphasizes the power of small, consistent changes.

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IN THE SELF JOURNAL

Daily habit trackers help users build consistency, while reflection sections encourage mindfulness about the contexts that support or hinder habit formation.

THE SCIENCE BEHIND

Time Management and Productivity

Newport's "Deep Work" (2016) emphasizes the importance of focused, uninterrupted work for productivity. The Pomodoro Technique (Cirillo, 2006) shows the effectiveness of structured work intervals.

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IN THE SELF JOURNAL

Our daily schedules encourage time-blocking for focused work, while our unique "Today's Targets" section helps prioritize effectively.

THE SCIENCE BEHIND

Mindfulness and Self-Reflection

Brown and Ryan (2003) demonstrate that mindfulness contributes to psychological well-being. Pennebaker's (1997) work shows the therapeutic benefits of expressive writing.

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IN THE SELF JOURNAL

Regular reflection prompts encourage mindfulness, while journaling spaces provide opportunities for expressive writing.

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Unlock Your Success with the Self Journal

Leverage science-backed strategies to set goals, stay on track, and achieve more.

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My favorite paper planner is the Self Journal, which helps you plan your day, write goal-oriented to-do lists, track progress toward long-term goals and more. (My favorite feature is that it forces you to build time for reflection daily and weekly.) 
“I use this now because it is a comprehensive goal-setting-and-tracking system with reflection all in one. It helps me align my goals and my daily tasks, which makes me more productive.” Liz Sumner, a progress and life coach, adds that it combines the best parts of a journal and planner, encouraging reflection in addition to goal-setting.
The BestSelf Journal is everything you've been longing for in a planner and journal combined. It's designed to optimize our day and tackle specific goals in order to live a more fulfilling life."