Do you remember when a week was a long time? As life goes on and your daily responsibilities continue to add up, the weeks only seem to get shorter. As you face the coming week, take a moment to review your biggest priorities for each role you play (parent, manager, community member, etc.) When you …
There is a path that lets your dreams become reality: consistent goals. But in order to keep this path open, you need to keep your goals in mind, rather than letting distractions clog your attention and your focus. Your planner is an indispensable tool for keeping your goals fresh. As you break your goals down …
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Happy New Year! OK, so it isn’t exactly the New Year yet, but hopefully this post will help ensure the coming year is a happy one. A new year comes with fresh expectations, but like a much-anticipated movie, if our expectations are too high we may feel some letdown if things turn out to be just really good …
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Perspective is an essential part of a happy life. When you feel unfulfilled, stressed, or otherwise unhappy, it’s worth stepping back and taking the long view. Your daily tasks stem from your intermediate goals, your intermediate goals form your long-term goals, and your long-term goals (hopefully) are based on your governing values, or the things …
From all of us at FranklinPlanner, here’s wishing you a very merry Christmas. May it turn out to be even better than you planned!
All the cheery greetings and pleasant gatherings associated with the holidays bring their own portion of stress. Don’t shoulder that stress alone. Reduce it by delegating tasks. Ask guests to bring a dish, solicit help from family to prepare for parties by cleaning, cooking, or sending out invitations. People like to feel included and important, and nothing does that …
Bronnie Ware, an Australian nurse, spent several years working in palliative care, caring for patients in the last 12 weeks of their lives. During that time, she heard several of the same regrets. She recorded them in a book called, The Top Five Regrets of The Dying. 1. I wish I’d had the courage to live a …
A home can only hold so much before it looks cluttered. You’ve likely noticed the same phenomenon with your children’s bedrooms. Before shopping for more gifts, clean out and throw away what isn’t being used. If you have young children go through their things together and find several items that they can throw away or give to a …
Thanksgiving is four days away. If you haven’t already, you’d better hit the grocery store. Make a shopping list today. Organize your list by produce, meats, dairy etc., so you won’t forget any essentials as you race through the store. While you’re there, take note of Black Friday deals ahead of time so you can plan your bargain …
We’ve all seen those amazing images on Pinterest. Chances are good you’ll want to create something similar for your holiday get-togethers. Just remember that sometimes our efforts are successful and other times they aren’t so great. With all you have to think about during the holidays, try to keep a practical perspective. Don’t worry about …
Holidays are wonderful, but they add stress to your daily routine. You can reduce that stress with regular planning. As you schedule the events of the season into your day, be sure that you don’t neglect the time you spend with family. Time with those you love can lower your stress levels. Be sure to …
The holidays are busy. They come with a lot of important dates and deadlines—shopping lists, shipping deadlines, and family parties. To ensure you remember it all, write down important information as soon as you get it. Schedule time in your planner so you’ll be sure to finish tasks on time. And plan your holiday events in …
Halloween is a day to bid October farewell and kick up your heels a bit. Celtic tradition says it’s also a time to take stock of your supplies and plan for winter. So, as you enjoy Halloween activities with friends and family this weekend, start thinking about your holiday checklist. Discuss dates for parties you’ll …
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Gorgeous holiday events don’t just fall together. They’re planned into perfection. With Halloween on its way and more holidays coming, now is the time to plan your season. So, as you pick up candy for the trick-or-treaters, take a look at holiday invitations and schedule dates for upcoming holiday events you’re hosting. Once mid-November swings …
With winter just around the corner, now is is a great time to tackle things you want to have done before it gets cold. Set a goal to tidy up your garden areas and dispose of leaves and debris before the first snowfall. Garden clean up keeps your yard tidy and cuts down on pests. …
With the holidays only a few weeks away, now is the best time to plan out any trips you will be taking to visit family and friends. Make a list of the things you need to accomplish before you go, from arranging time off work to booking flights and accommodations. Getting the details in your planner now …
Most people have three main accumulation spots: the junk drawer, the garage, and the inside of their bag or briefcase. Whether or not you spent your summer traveling, you probably have quite the collection of things in your bag. Empty your bag in a clear, spacious location and go through all of the contents. Get …
Now that autumn is in full swing, it’s time to count down the weeks until the end of the year. Take some time to set goals for the remaining months of the year, and write them down in your planner. Whether it’s picking up a new hobby or finishing off your holiday shopping while still …
Why do we buy planners? Perhaps the biggest reason is because we want more free time, and the best way to find that is to plan out your day. The question is, what planner is best for you? Do you want a daily or weekly variety? The answer to that question is personal. You’ll have …
There are few things more irritating than opening your planner and finding out that you’re out of pages. Your planner is finished, and you have no way to maintain your schedule or take notes. To avoid this dilemma, order your next planner early. The minute you think you have plenty of time to order, someone …
