It’s the second week of January, which means you’ve likely begun making changes in your life to fulfill resolutions, and have already hit some roadblocks. When you hit these roadblocks, what do you do to get over them? Many try “muscling through” difficulties and “ just forcing it”, but this approach isn’t sustainable. Instead, it’s …
It’s time to start working on New Year’s resolutions, which means we’re all searching for some kind of change in our lives. However, change can be scary and intimidating. Neuroscience has shown that change feels similar to uncertainty in our brains, which contributes to why so many people would rather avoid change and the uncomfortable …
January represents NEW, fresh, beginnings. It’s a well-honored time for starting again and ‘turning over a new leaf’. Remember that any day you make a decision and begin a new path is the beginning of your new life. Set goals and utilize your Franklin Planner System to create the best year ever! January Checklist Pocket …
The year is coming to a close, which means many are starting to think of the goals they want to make for the new year. Unfortunately most people don’t have much luck keeping New Year’s resolutions, and there are several reasons for that. A year is a long time to commit to something, and often …
The ideal time to reminisce on the year is right now, as the holiday season winds down and the year draws to a close. Research shows that employees who spent 15 minutes at the end of the day reflecting performed 23% better than those that didn’t, and commuters who were prompted to use their commute …
The holidays are often the busiest time of the year. There are so many things to do and such little time to take it all in. It can also feel like you’re stuck doing the same things every year, which can cause traditions to feel stale and unexciting. If you’re looking to ease holiday stress …
The holidays are meant to be a time for happiness and cheer. We’re encouraged to visit family and friends, engage in special celebrations, and spread the “Holiday Spirit” everywhere we go. The concept behind these traditions is based in joy, but it can sometimes be hard to actually feel joyful. Whether this is due to …
December is just around the corner, and for many of us, the holidays can quickly become one of the busiest, most expensive, and most draining times of the year. Between the gifts, the buying, the overspending, the never ending to-do list, the parties, the baking, and the overall busyness, it can take the fun and …
December is steeped in traditions, festivities, …and often stress. Take time to simplify what you can, focus on what matters most, and choose the great over the good. Your planner is there to remind you of your goals and assist in planning for the best holiday season ever! December Checklist Pocket Size: PDF December Checklist …
Philosophers and poets have long praised gratitude as one of the most desirable attitudes and attributes. Surely, each of us has much to be thankful for. Gratitude can have a lasting positive impact if we work towards incorporating it into our daily lives. The expression of gratitude leads to a positive, self-renewing, feedback loop – …
As the year begins to wind down, we wanted to take the opportunity to thank you for choosing Franklin Planner to successfully navigate another year. We do our best to create products that will keep you organized and motivated, and we hope that we’ll continue to be the place you go when looking for your …
It’s that time of year again. The time when we misguidedly imagine that the arrival of a new year will magically provide the catalyst, motivation, and persistence we need to reinvent ourselves. Usually New Year’s Day is styled as the ideal time to kick start a new phase in your life and the time when …
Nothing can put a dent in your holiday spirit faster than spending hours in long lines at the store or scanning websites trying to find the perfect gift. Even worse is to later give that gift to the recipient and have them look only mildly pleased. What if there were an art to picking out …
November reminds us how quickly time passes. As the holiday season kicks into high gear, reflect on all you are grateful for and show kindness to everyone around you. November Checklist Pocket Size: PDF November Checklist Compact Size: PDF November Checklist Classic Size: PDF November Checklist Monarch Size: PDF
There’s an old saying that how we spend our days is essentially how we spend our lives. There’s a lot of truth to this statement, which is why it’s so important to spend your day in a way that moves you closer towards your goals. Creating a plan for your day gives you clarity, helps …
Now that you know what your values and goals are, you can begin planning your week. We’ve all felt that Sunday panic for the week ahead. We’ve all left things until the last minute and then complained at the end of the week about not having enough time. This anxiety and dread usually happens when …
The purpose of planning is to complete goals in every aspect of your life. Planning allows you to prioritize the events and tasks throughout your day so you can do the things that matter most first. However, in order for you to understand what matters most, you must first have a goal in mind. The …
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Science is organized knowledge. Wisdom is organized life. -Immanuel Kant
This month at Franklin Planner, we’re celebrating Organized October. This is an event that encourages everyone to organize their lives and start good habits that will carry them through the rest of the year, and continue into the next. Organization helps lead you to success throughout your life. It means so much more than well-kept …
