Rocket Journal

I just downloaded Rocket Journal and gave it a quick spin, and honestly it feels very different from most journaling apps I’ve tried. Usually when I open a journaling app, I’m already dreading the blank page or the pressure of “doing it right.” Here, I just tapped record and started talking. Within a minute, I forgot I was even using an app—it felt more like leaving a voice note for myself. The design is clean, quiet, and calming, which made it surprisingly easy to get into. I only used it for about five minutes, but I can already see the appeal. Rant Mode really does let you unload without thinking too much, while Reflect Mode feels like it could be useful on days when I want more direction. That said, as a brand-new user, I wasn’t completely sure when to switch between the two, and I wondered if it could guide me a little more smoothly. I also found myself wishing I could tag or flag a rant as “worth revisiting,” since sometimes those messy thoughts end up being the most meaningful. The biggest thing missing for me in this first session was a small glimpse of what the AI can do. Even a one-line takeaway after the very first rant—something like “sounds like you’re stressed about work” or “you mentioned family a lot”—would have made the experience feel instantly rewarding. I get that deeper insights will come over time, but as a new user, a little feedback would make me want to come back tomorrow. Still, for a first run, it was refreshingly simple and I can see myself using this on commutes or before bed when typing feels like too much.

The ability to freely rant and then have those raw thoughts converted into clear insights is surprisingly powerful. It’s not just about writing, but actually understanding patterns in your own thinking over time. I also appreciate that entries are saved and easy to revisit, which makes the habit feel more meaningful instead of something that disappears into a notebook.

I gave Rocket Journal a quick try during a break today — just opened it, hit record, and talked. There wasn’t some big emotional moment or anything. But it felt nice to just speak without having to write or plan what I was going to say. Not sure yet if I’ll keep using it every day, but I get why it could work.