Happy Mean Girls Day! What Would My Burn Book Look Like If I Had One?

Let me start by saying, Happy Mean Girls Day to all those who celebrate! I can’t post on October 3rd without meaning Mean Girls Day. Next, welcome to Blogtober day 3.

Let’s Talk About Burn Books

In honor of Mean Girls Day, I’m sharing what would be in my Burn Book if I owned one. It felt like a fun idea because a few months ago, I created a character who owned a Burn Book. I had fun writing the application based on that for her.

Before we get into it, a Burn Book is a strapbook-style book that was popular in the movie Mean Girls. In the movie, the popular mean girl clique, The Plastics (mainly Regina George) used it to spread gossip, rumors, and other judgemental and mean things about people they didn’t like.

What Would My Burn Book Look Like

Let’s start with what I would want my burn book to look like. First and foremost, my Burn Book would be the same size as the Burn Book in the movie. I love small journals, but I find a huge journal more fitting for something like a Burn Book. At least, that’s the way I see it. Secondly, I love writing, and a small page wouldn’t do it for me.

What would it look like aesthetically? It would be rose gold. Rose gold has replaced my love for pink through the years. If I’m going to have a Burn Book, it should be my favorite color. Instead of hearts, stars would be plastered on the front and back. I would also include things like music notes and stickers of other things I love.

As for the title of the Burn Book, there are so many names that come to mind. However, I would probably call it something like Stars & Scribbles. I could also incorporate other things I love in the title, such as music or butterflies. I’d have to brainstorm some titles.

What I Would Include In My Burn Book

If I had a burn book, it wouldn’t be a traditional book like the one in Mean Girls. It would be a burn book where I explore events in my life, emotional moments, things I love, and everything in between. I’m unsure how I’ll deal with each page because I can be indecisive, but at the same time, I feel I would go with the flow. Sometimes a page might have multiple thoughts on it, while others would have one. I do know or feel as if I would have titles at the top or along the side somewhere.

Here are some of the things my Burn Book would include if I had one:

The Good

• Things I think about at 3 AM
• Friends who made me feel seen
• People who inspire me
• Supportive moments and conversations
• Compliments I’ve loved
• Things I’ve done that I’m proud of
• Skills I want to try
• Wins I’m celebrating

The Bad And The Ugly

• Times I’ve felt misunderstood
• Times I’ve hurt someone
• Times I’ve doubted myself
• The moments I’ve felt rejected
• Times I’ve self-sabotaged
• Fears I have
• Arguments I regret
• Procrastination habits

Personal Growth

• Things I’ve Done Scared
• Ways I practice self-care
• Personal mantras
• Lessons I’ve learned
• Wins I want to celebrate or want to celebrate
• What I’ve forgiven myself for
• Goals I’ve reached
• Things I’ve learned from others

Cozy, Cute, & Fun Things

• Times I’ve felt the main character
• Memorable travel moments
• Memorable outings
• Things that make me smile
• Cozy moments
• Positive affirmations
• Cozy and cute games I want to try
• Nicknames I’ve been given and love

Connections

• Meet-cutes I wouldn’t mind having
• Ghosts, I still have a seat for
• Notes and DMs from friends I’ll forever cherish
• Things I love about those I care about and love
• Friends I’ve drifted away from, and why
• Favorite memories with others
• People who’ve challenged me to grow
• Conversations that keep me up at night

Music & Media

• Songs that know me too well
• Songs I would dedicate to a specific person
• If (place or event) had a song…
• Music or artists that inspire me
• TV shows and movies that inspire me
• Characters I relate to
• Songs I want to sing at karaoke (if I ever go)
• Concert experiences I cherish

Misc

• Burn pile (all the things I want to burn, whether they exist or not)
• Things I regret not saying
• What I’ve lied to myself about
• Quotes I want to remember
• “Favorites” vault
• Things I’ve collected
• Poetry I’ve written
• Songs I’ve written (or at least lyrics from some)

This is quite a list, huh? Do you have your own version of a Burn Book? Have you thought of creating a Burn Book of your own? What if you had one? Whether you have or haven’t, I would love to know what you would do for yours if you were to have one. Stay tuned to my blog to see what’s in store for my next Blogtober post.