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The Purpurly blog

Articles on habits without guilt, journaling as a craft, the benefits of writing, books and reading circles.

An illustration of a cozy living room with a fluffy purple cat wearing a small white doctor’s coat and a stethoscope around its neck, lying happily on its back on a rug next to a teal armchair. Floating hearts surround the cat, and a small open book titled "Purr: 25-150 Hz" rests on the armchair next to a cup of steaming coffee.
Purring stories

Your Home Doctor

Purring, petting and a cat’s quiet company may calm us more than we think. Here is what science says.

20 October 2026 · 3 min read
A gentle, fairytale-style illustration of an adorable purple cat sitting on an open magical book against a light beige background with clouds. A deity’s blessing hand reaches from the top right, emitting golden rays, magical dust, and nine small, stylized golden cat silhouettes that float upward in a circle around the purple cat, symbolizing the gift of its nine lives.
Purring stories

Why Cats Have Nine Lives

A legend about the Collector of Souls and the cats, and why the gods gave them eight more lives.

13 October 2026 · 3 min read
A cozy vector illustration in warm, gentle pastel tones, featuring a thoughtful and smiling purple cat sitting at a desk and writing with a pencil in an open journal
Writing

The Art of Three Sentences: How to Start Journaling Without Stress

Learn how to overcome the fear of the blank page and start journaling effortlessly by answering three simple questions in just three sentences.

11 October 2026 · 3 min read
A vector illustration in warm, soothing pastel tones: a purple cat sleeps on the floor in front of a large rounded window overlooking a night sky with a moon and stars. Beside the cat are a small potted plant and a golden watering can. A habit tracker hangs on the wall in the upper-right corner, with a row of circular marks: most are ticked, while one in the middle shows a crescent moon, representing a missed day or a day of rest. The scene evokes calm, rest and acceptance of everyday pauses.
Habits

A habit is not a test: how to forgive yourself for missing a day

Discover why missing a day is not a failure, but a natural part of building sustainable habits, and how to move past guilt and keep going without unnecessary stress.

10 October 2026 · 3 min read