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Nothing beats putting pen to paper. It might feel antiquated in the era of AI, but the personal touch of a handwritten journal entry or birthday card is irreplaceable.<\/p>\n
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That\u2019s why I\u2019ve become enamored with No Particular Order, which offers screen-free ways to log your innermost thoughts and keep your handwriting skills up to speed. Its products have accompanied me through my post-grad existential crisis, acted as a wingwoman in my (sad) dating life, and even as a travel buddy on my recent trip to Japan.<\/p>\n
Right now, the brand is running a sale to celebrate its founder Margot Lee\u2019s 28th birthday. Until 16 August, you can save 28% on a bundle of her most-loved items, including a guided journal, the Everything Birthday Card, a set of Acquaintance cards, and a travel diary.<\/p>\n
In our Do Not Disturb series, I\u2019ve written about my favorite ways to lower my screen time \u2013 including logging my favorite books in a reading journal and using a physical planner. Writing in No Particular Order\u2019s journals is another one of my go-to ways to log off.<\/p>\n
In 2023, I purchased its Volume One Journal, which has 200 guided prompts and a white, customizable cover. I used this journal during the inevitable post-grad freak-out I experienced upon completing my undergraduate degree. Its prompts helped me connect with myself, with questions such as: \u201cIf you had the chance to ask one question and get a definitive answer, what would it be?\u201d and \u201cWho\u2019s in your inner circle?\u201d But you don\u2019t need to be soul seeking to appreciate the thought-provoking questions: I recommended this journal in our guide to indoor activities to keep boredom at bay during a heatwave.<\/p>\n
And, if you, or someone you know, has tired of the depressing world that is online dating, I recommend its Acquaintance Cards, which can help break the ice in person \u2013 like business cards for romantic connections. I put it to the test during a night out in New York City.<\/p>\n
Most recently, I used its Off the Grid travel journal, where I taped receipts from Japanese convenience stores, recorded my favorite memories and answered guided prompts while visiting Japan.<\/p>\n
No Particular Order\u2019s birthday bundle is a chance to try, or gift the brand\u2019s staple items \u2013 and who knows, perhaps even meet the love of your life.<\/p>\n
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