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Write the Word Journals: Review and Comparison of the Original, New, and Kids’ Versions
This week's post centers around a favorite journal of mine. For people who want to learn scripture and have a space to journal about their faith, the Write the Word Journals are a great way to do just that. Whether you opt for one of their classic editions, a new version, or would like to introduce your kids to this practice, there is a journal for everyone.
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“Plan to Take it Easy: How to Use Planners to Set a Gentler Pace”
When life gets frantic, so can we. And, that can lead to hasty decisions, health problems, and feeling like our lives are unhappy or unmanageable. When we make the decision to "take it easy" in all aspects of our lives, we give ourselves permission to relax and find enjoyment in our days. Read on to learn how our planners can be used to help us "take it easy" no matter what is happening in our crazy lives.
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“Planner Review: Simplified Student Planner and Fun Planning Accessories for Students”
As many of us approach an uncertain school year, we can all use a little pep talk as well as some inspiration for keeping our kids organized for the new school year. In this week's article, we discuss making the "right" decision about school as well as reviewing the new Simplified Student Planner and suggesting fun accessories to go with it.
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8 Steps for an Effective Mid-Year Goals Review (And Tools to Make It Fun!)
We're a little over the half-way point for the year, and that means it'a great time to check in with our goals. Included in this post, you'll find 8 steps for doing your own mid-year goals review along with a list of fun and practical supplies to keep you motivated.
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“Willingness: The First Step in Making Positive Changes”
We are more than half-way through the year, so changing up some goals might be in store. But, when it comes to implementing meaningful changes in our lives, the key may lie in our willingness to make these changes. In this article, we explore how willingness serves as a bridge between inspiration and action.
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Resource Roundup! The Ultimate Guide to Finding Black-Owned Planner and Planner Product Companies
After the events of the past few weeks, many people are asking how we can be better allies to our Black neighbors. One way is to support Black-owned businesses. And, with the many Black-owned planner and planner accessory shops on the market, there are a lot of options when it comes to buying Black. Read on for ways to find Black-owned planner shops along with a few recommendations based on ones I have found.
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Planner Review: The Girls Goal Planner by Cultivate What Matters
After using a Cultivate What Matters PowerSheets Goal Setting Planner for the past few years, I was thrilled to learn that Cultivate had developed a planner for a younger audience. Read on for a review of the innovative Girls Goal Planner and some suggestions for supplies that will get your young planner excited to set some goals!
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Why Having a Positive Mindset is a Choice and How Making Changes in 3 Key Areas Can Help Change Your Perspective
We live in a world where people are constantly trying to sell us some form of happiness. This is likely because the human experience is often filled with difficulties. However, experiencing suffering does not mean we have to surrender to negative thinking and behaviors. Read on to learn how having a positive mindset is a choice and one that we can choose even during times of adversity.
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Why I Am No Longer Supporting My Favorite Planner Companies
After discovering that my favorite planner company was apologizing and insisting it could "do better," I did some investigating and learned that I need to say goodbye.
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A book list for those of us who want to learn more about combating racism
With the events that have unfolded over the past couple of weeks, I am trying to further educate myself about racism in our country. After reviewing many lists of the best books on the subject, I found 11 that made nearly every list.