Do you ever have a ton of random thoughts that you just need to get out? The brain or mind dump layouts are exactly what you need! Have you ever used a dump layout in your bullet journal? In this article, I will explain what a brain dump page is, how to get started, and will show you some beautiful examples! This post may contain affiliate links
What Is a Brain Dump Layout
For those of you who do not use or do not know what a brain dump page is, it is exactly what it sounds. A brain dump page is used to dump a bunch of random ideas running around in your mind down onto paper. This page helps to remove mental chaos onto the page. These pages can be organized or random, and any design can be used.
This layout is meant to alleviate a cluttered mind and to help reorganize information. To do this, it is often helpful to write down all of your thoughts and then organize them into their proper place afterward. Sometimes thoughts become impossible to manage without visualizing them.
How to Start a Mind Dump Page
Starting a brain dump page is simple. While, like any bullet journal layout, you have the option to add detail and thoroughly plan out your pages, for this one you do not have to. The easiest way to do a dump page is to throw a title at the top of the page and start scribbling down your notes.
My favorite way to organize a brain dump page as I go is to use a new color for each new thought. I have also seen layouts where a key is created for it, and a different symbol is used to identify different types of thoughts (i.e., stuff to look up, stuff to remember, stuff to do, etc.).
Another way to do a mind dump is like a mind map. If you never learned about mind mapping is works like a tree, you mark a main thought in the center then branch other thoughts off of the main thought.
Inspiration Gallery
Now that you understand the mind dump layout a little more, here is a bunch of brain dump inspiration from various bullet journalers.
by Boho Berry
This is a great layout by BohoBerry! I love its simplicity.
by @sunshine.and.stationery
I love that this layout has been incorporating into a monthly layout! Wonderful work @sunshine.and.stationery!
by @bujoist
How cute is this one by @bujoist!?
Watercolored Brain Dump & Notes
I am a huge fan of watercolor, I created this brain dump with watercolor pens and a Staedtler pen!
Mind Dump
Here is one of my first braindump layouts. The layout didn't get filled, but I needed to get some ideas down on paper!
Brain Dump by Mariam Poppins
My favorite part about this brain dump by Mariam Poppins is that is it categorized! I love a well-organized layout!
Colorful Mind Dump
This layout is the perfect example of using colors to organize the page. Each new thought is represented by a different color.
by @seed_successful_you
This brain dump by @seed_successful_you is unique because of the lines that have been combo’ed with bullet thoughts. I love the details as well!
by Space and Quiet
This brain dump by SpaceandQuiet works similar to the mind map idea I mentioned before. It also provides checkboxes and plenty of open space!
Braindumps by Unknown Authors
I absolutely love this brain dump, but I cannot find the creator! I love how bold and creative the lettering is!
All of the thoughts have been blurred from this one. Regardless, I love the incorporation of the brian doodle and quote. Again, I could not find
Videos & Brain Dump by @amandarachdoodles
This layout by @amandarachdoodles does an amazing job of using doodles, bullets, and categories!
Blog Dump
If you haven’t read my post about my business bullet journal, this is my blog dump. It is simply a mind dump for my blog-related thoughts!
Brain Dump by Boho Berry
This last layout is a simple one by BohoBerry. I am a sucker for a good simple bullet journal layout!
These layouts are not for everyone, but for some people, it is a game changer. What are your thoughts about brain dump layouts? Do you like them or use them? Let me know what you are thinking in the comments below!
