New here, trying to get a handle on journaling beyond just R:R

Hey everyone, fairly new to active trading beyond just buying and holding. I've been trying to journal my trades, mostly focusing on R:R and exit points, but I feel like I'm missing a bigger picture. My current method feels a bit like I'm just recording what happened, not really learning from it, if that makes sense. I've heard people talk about logging psychological states or market context, but it just sounds like it could devolve into a diary rather than a useful analytical tool. How do more experienced folks here actually use their trade journals to improve, especially when you’re not just flipping coins but trying to understand complex dynamics like $EURUSD moves or sector rotation in equities?