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This week we get a little serious and talk about how mental health, and specifically depression, relate to stationery. Bear in mind we are not mental health professionals, just a couple of stationery enthusiasts that have complicated brains. Come join the conversation!

When is the point when you give up on a notebook? Do you stick it out and finish it? Is it ok to hop around in your notebooks? This week Sam and Jeremy talk about notebook fatigue and discuss some ways to deal with it. Come join the conversation!

This week we discuss going back over old journal entries to gain some insight on current thoughts. Come join the conversation!

We try to do an episode like this every few months. So buckle up, a lot of product links incoming! Michaels Recollections paper: https://www.michaels.com/product/85-x-11-cardstock-paper-by-recollections-50-sheets-10112997 Hammermill cream paper: https://hammermill.com/products/opaque-colors-text MD paper A5 notebook: https://a.co/d/0dYaqz3L Clairefontaine soft cover: https://a.co/d/091F7BvO Rhodia desk pad: https://a.co/d/046dzML3 Levenger pen roll bomber jacket: https://www.levenger.com/products/bomber-jacket-pen-commander-case Copper page dividers: https://www.atlasstationers.com/products/midori-index-clip-chiratto-silver Platinum Preppy fountain pen: https://a.co/d/08kfrkGA Jinhao 20: https://a.co/d/0eZVDWQk Jinhao 82: https://a.co/d/03YYjuwv Asvine J16 titanium: https://a.co/d/05evvpIv Colorverse Supernova: https://a.co/d/0j6b1Y08 Platinum Carbon black: https://a.co/d/09AYgxna Waterman serenity blue: https://a.co/d/08Z3hdly KWZ Iron Gall Blue #1: https://vanness1938.com/products/kwz-iron-gall-blue-1 Noodlers bay state blue: https://www.jetpens.com/Noodler-s-Baystate-Blue-Ink-3-oz-Bottle/pd/3323 Waterman tender violet: https://www.jetpens.com/Waterman-Tender-Purple-Ink-50-ml-Bottle/pd/6255 Rohrer and Klingner scabiosa https://www.jetpens.com/Rohrer-Klingner-Eisen-Gallus-Tinte-Scabiosa-Iron-Gall-Nut-Ink-Scabiosa-Writing-Ink-50-ml-Bottle/pd/7428 Twsbi diamond 580: https://www.jetpens.com/TWSBI-Diamond-580-Clear-Fountain-Pen-Extra-Fine/pd/14068 Blackwing A6: https://blackwing602.com/products/small-blackwing-slate-notebook-grey Leuchtturm A5 Fox Red: https://www.leuchtturm1917.us/classic-notebooks-1.html Field Notes: https://fieldnotesbrand.com/ Fabriano pocket notebooks: https://a.co/d/0dDOJ1gN Pen and Gear A5: https://www.walmart.com/ip/Pen-Gear-Simulated-Leather-Journal-Indigo-5-8-x-8-3-240-Dotted-Pages/5380149618 Michaels A5 notebook: https://www.michaels.com/product/black-hardcover-lined-journal-by-artist's-loft-10532094 Uniball One P .38: https://www.jetpens.com/Uni-ball-One-P-Gel-Pen-0.38-mm-Mandarin-Orange-Body-Black-Ink/pd/36767 Hongdian N22: https://a.co/d/08cp8AYv Hongdian M2: https://a.co/d/0bUygLEb Twsbi Eco Navy blue and bronze: https://www.jetpens.com/TWSBI-ECO-Indigo-Blue-w-Bronze-Fountain-Pen-Fine-Limited-Edition/pd/39702 Uniball Zento .05 gel pen, titanium: https://www.jetpens.com/Uni-ball-ZENTO-Gel-Pen-Flow-Model-0.5-mm-Jade-Body-Black-Ink/pd/45348 Pilot G2 metal body: https://www.jetpens.com/Pilot-G2-Limited-Gel-Pen-0.7-mm-Matte-Black-Body-Black-Ink/pd/37915 Bronze Parker Jotter: https://goldspot.com/products/parker-jotter-special-edition-rome-ballpoint-pen-in-bronze Pentel Energel Teal: Pentel EnerGel ICE Retractable Gel Pens, Medium Point, 0.7mm, Turquoise Ink, 12 Pens/Pack (BL77TL-S3) https://www.staples.com/pentel-energel-ice-retractable-gel-pens-medium-point-0-7mm-turquoise-ink-12-pens-pack-bl77tl-s3/product_24626062 Lochby bag: https://www.lochby.com/products/field-sling Swiss City bag slim: https://www.swissgear.com/products/city-pack-backpack Lihit Labs pen case: https://a.co/d/01OZc1x3

This week is all about travelers notebooks! The sizes, the inserts, the accessories, oh my! Come join the conversation! Hongdian N2: https://a.co/d/0ioLpzy3 Lamy Ballpoint replacement refill: https://a.co/d/0cD8zisW A6 Notebook 3 pack: https://a.co/d/00hMmXws Regular size travelers notebook: https://a.co/d/0cjVsQAW Passport size travelers notebook: https://a.co/d/09YPWX0d Passport size that fits Field Notes: https://a.co/d/0gzcypuV Mid size travelers notebook: https://a.co/d/0i0oil0Q

It’s been a busy holiday season! Sam and Jeremy catch up on school, current projects, and of course, stationery! Come join the conversation! Travelers Notebook: https://a.co/d/09cLVIXJ Anchor Clips: https://a.co/d/075wcHEW Hong Dian fountain pen: https://a.co/d/02PADFdB

We’re back after a semi long hiatus! Sorry for the wait, the holidays are usually crazy for one reason or another. This week we talk about giant pens, a couple of notebooks and a few stationery retailers. Come join the conversation! Studio Neat: https://www.studioneat.com Atlas Stationers: https://www.atlasstationers.com Dromgooles: https://www.dromgooles.com/ Paper and Pencil Chicago: https://paperandpencilchicago.com Pen and Gear notebook: https://www.walmart.com/ip/5380149618?sid=e65b491e-5c9b-442f-b208-53f164d51ac1 Moka Pot: https://a.co/d/jkG0wmo Affinity: https://www.affinity.studio/

This week there isn’t really a main topic. Mostly just some random stationery bits and what we’re using at the moment. As well as some book and ebook talk. Come join the conversation!

(Title sung to the tune of Careless Whispers) This week we’re talking about things that we wouldn’t buy again. It could be for a variety of reasons; the one we have is great, or it stinks, or it’s obsolete. Come join the conversation!

What happens when life gets too full? How do we keep up with our stationery hobby when there’s barely time to think? Let’s talk about taking a breath and slowing down, and some methods for time management. Come join the conversation! Lamy Ballpoint: https://vanness1938.com/products/lamy-logo-m-apricot-ballpoint

This week is more of a general discussion about some stationery related topics. Lots of fun, as always. Slight trigger warning for some medical field related dark humor. Also Jeremy brags about being a good dad and recaps an international trip. The Notebook Nerd YouTube: https://youtube.com/@the_notebook_nerd?si=5DURK5OnGUo9XRwt Come join the conversation!

Is stationery gendered? Can it even BE gendered? Is this very important or a non issue? This week we talk about gender (or lack thereof) as it’s related to our favorite hobby. Just a disclaimer: these are OUR thoughts and experiences about this subject. We are not mental health experts and we do not claim to speak for anyone or group. We definitely take a light hearted approach to this and try to have some fun with it. Come join the conversation!

This week features not one, but two deep dives. Sam and Jeremy each picked a subject and researched in secret. Neither has any idea what the other is doing, so the reactions are in real time. We had fun with this one and we hope you will too. Come join the conversation! Dingbats Pocket Notebook: https://a.co/d/6BxvFfG Uniball Vision Elite .05: https://a.co/d/9Ten1Zs

This week we grouse about pen clips, discuss nib compositions, and try to figure out where to put all this stuff. Come join the conversation! Zebra G-450: https://a.co/d/cAgbJVW

This week Sam helps Jeremy with a mid-notebook crisis. Let’s rekindle the joy of stationery together. Come join the conversation! Pen case: https://a.co/d/0chdlWF