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daily-journal

Create and summarize daily journal entries in an Obsidian vault.

69|7|Updated Jan 19, 2026
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One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/TaylorHuston/local-life-manager --skill daily-journal
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: daily-journal
Source: https://github.com/TaylorHuston/local-life-manager/tree/main/.claude/skills/daily-journal
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/TaylorHuston/local-life-manager --skill daily-journal

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill helps you manage daily journal entries inside your my-vault Obsidian workspace, supporting morning routines, daily reviews, quick updates, and reference to yesterday's notes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Workflow Commands: /good-morning, /daily-review, and /quick-journal [entry] to create, update, and summarize daily notes.
  • Structured Data & Templates: Journal location at my-vault/02 Calendar/YYYY-MM-DD.md with a daily template at my-vault/09 System/Templates/Daily Template.md, plus guidance in references/template.md.
  • Use Case: Create a concise daily entry each morning, then review and reflect in the evening, keeping a consistent structure across days.

Quick Start

Use the daily-journal skill to add today's entry at the designated journal location using the daily template.

Frequently Asked Questions about daily-journal

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate daily journaling entries in an Obsidian vault?▼

Automate daily journaling in Obsidian by using workflow commands like /good-morning, /daily-review, and /quick-journal to create and update structured notes based on predefined templates.

Can I use templates to structure my daily notes in Obsidian?▼

Yes, you can structure daily notes in Obsidian using templates. This skill applies a daily template to standardize morning routines and evening reviews across consistent journal locations.

What's the best way to set up a morning routine and evening review workflow in Obsidian?▼

The best way to set up a morning routine and evening review in Obsidian is by using dedicated commands that create concise daily entries and summarize reflections, keeping a consistent structure across days.

Do I need a specific folder structure for Obsidian journal automation?▼

Yes, Obsidian journal automation requires a defined location for entries, such as a Calendar folder, and a specific System folder for templates to properly route and format daily notes.

How does referencing yesterday's notes work in an automated daily journal?▼

Referencing yesterday's notes in an automated daily journal works by linking the current morning routine entry to the previous day's file, providing immediate context for ongoing tasks and reflections.

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