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Book Review: Emily Ley’s “When Less Becomes More”

With her focus on simplifying our homes and lives, Emily Ley has won over many stressed out women. Her book, "When Less Becomes More" explores the many ways we can…

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August 24, 2021
Planning

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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June 10, 2020
Organization, Planning, Self-Care

Rethinking New Year’s Goals and Resolutions

New Year's resolutions. Many of us set these every year, and by the end of January, most of us have given up on them. Instead of coming up with a…

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December 21, 2019
  • Journaling,  Self-Care

    Resource Roundup: 34 Websites With Powerful Journaling Prompts

    March 2, 2021 /

    We all know that journaling is a great way to learn more about ourselves, process difficult situations, and exercise our creativity, but we can sometimes get in a rut. If you're looking for some journaling inspiration, this week's article should do the trick. No matter what kind of journaling you are hoping to do, there are blogs and websites that have free journaling prompts to help. Here are 34 great sites and some bonus books you can use to keep yourself writing all year long.

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    Personal Declarations: Journaling Prompts to Help Write Your Own

    July 6, 2021

    My 2022 Journal Lineup

    January 18, 2022

    “Reflections on Life During a Pandemic & 10 Journaling Prompts to Process that Time”

    May 18, 2021
  • Books,  Planning

    Writing a Personal Mission Statement That Starts with Your Why

    February 23, 2021 /

    Writing a personal mission statement can help provide direction in many areas of life. And, while there's no wrong way to write one, it helps to make sure you know your why.

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    New Write the Word Journals and Creative Ideas for Using Them

    April 20, 2021

    A book list for those of us who want to learn more about combating racism

    June 3, 2020

    Book Review: “13 Things Mentally Strong Women Don’t Do”

    October 5, 2021
  • Journaling,  Planning

    Paper Penguin Co. Review and Ideas for Using Colorful Traveler’s Notebooks

    February 16, 2021 /

    This week's post is a two-for-one deal. Paper Penguin Co. is a company that primarily sells Traveler's Notebook inserts. These lovely books, which come in a wide range of sizes also come in a variety of styles, colors, covers, and papers. Read on to learn more about this unique notebook company and discover some ideas for putting travelers notebooks with different colored paper options.

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    Resource Roundup: 34 Websites With Powerful Journaling Prompts

    March 2, 2021

    Journaling Prompts About Family

    May 17, 2022

    Using “Atomic Habits” to Turn Planning and Journaling into Daily Habits

    January 19, 2021
  • Encouragement,  Self-Care

    How and Why to Write Yourself a Love Letter

    February 9, 2021 /

    With Valentine's Day approaching, we will no doubt be thinking of how to best show those around us that we love them. But, what about showing that same love to ourselves? One of the best ways to do this is to take the time to write ourselves a letter that celebrates our triumphs and makes us feel appreciated. Read on for ways to try this therapeutic practice and show yourself some love.

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    How (and Why) to Plan During Down Times

    October 13, 2020

    Hang in there Mamas. You’re doing just fine.

    February 22, 2020

    Ideas for Motivation, Productivity, and Focus from “Smarter, Faster, Better”

    June 15, 2021
  • Planning,  Self-Care

    Keeping Goals Flexible: Reassessing When to Change, Power Through, or Let Go of Our Goals

    February 2, 2021 /

    This is it, that time just a few weeks away from the new year when our bright, new goals may have started to lose their shine. The question is do we keep them, change them or let them go altogether? Read on for ways to stay flexible with our goal-setting.

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    14 Ideas for Using a Morning Journal to Plan Your Day

    November 10, 2020

    Planning During Tough Times: What to do with your planners and goals during difficult seasons

    August 18, 2020

    Avoiding Toxic Planning

    May 31, 2022
  • Encouragement,  Planning

    Easy Vision Board Ideas Anyone Can Do

    January 26, 2021 /

    While journals and planners are great tools for setting intentions and following through on goals, vision boards can provide some visual inspiration to keep you on track. The great thing about vision boards is that they do not have to be elaborate or expensive to have an impact. This article has simple themes and ideas that will have you putting together your vision boards in no time.

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    “Planner Review: Simplified Student Planner and Fun Planning Accessories for Students”

    July 21, 2020

    “Plan to Take it Easy: How to Use Planners to Set a Gentler Pace”

    July 28, 2020

    How (and Why) to Plan During Down Times

    October 13, 2020
  • Journaling,  Planning

    Using “Atomic Habits” to Turn Planning and Journaling into Daily Habits

    January 19, 2021 /

    Planning and journaling can have truly positive effects on our lives. From how we spend our time to ways we process life's circumstances, these activities, when done regularly, can be therapeutic. In order to reap the most rewards from planning and journaling, making them daily habits is key. This week's article applies ideas from the book "Atomic Habits" to help establish positive planning and journaling habits.

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    Recovering Our Creativity: Book Review of The Artist’s Way

    July 27, 2021

    Journaling the Season: 20 Winter Journaling Prompts

    February 15, 2022

    Inspiration for Journaling: Reviewing “The Anthropocene Reviewed”

    March 8, 2022
  • Journaling,  Planning

    13 Fun Ways to Use Undated Planners & Review of JM Planning Essentials Products

    January 12, 2021 /

    It's rare to find a planner company committed to making quality products at reasonable prices. JM Planning Essentials is just such a company. The planners are not only well made, they are also undated, which means they can be used in a variety of creative ways. Read on to learn more about the many uses for these lovely planners.

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    Using Your Word of the Year All Year Long

    November 30, 2021

    Lettering Ideas if You Hate Your Own Handwriting

    May 25, 2021

    Step by Step Journaling Project: Vintage Watercolor Journal

    April 27, 2021
  • Journaling,  Self-Care

    Using Multiple Journals, and My 2021 Journal Lineup

    January 5, 2021 /

    In the same way that I find it useful to use multiple planners, using multiple journals has been another way to help keep me grounded and promote well-being. Read on to see if using multiple journals might benefit your self-care routine.

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    Journaling the Season: 20 Winter Journaling Prompts

    February 15, 2022

    Using “Atomic Habits” to Turn Planning and Journaling into Daily Habits

    January 19, 2021

    A Little Nostalgia Therapy: 20 Summertime Journaling Prompts

    June 29, 2021
  • Encouragement,  Planning

    Make Plans to Celebrate: Even During Difficult Times

    December 29, 2020 /

    Final post of 2020, and I'm happy to report that despite all the trouble this year has brought, I have made the choice to celebrate the last few days. A celebration is not just another word for partying. Instead, it is something we can do to set us on a positive path, even during tough times. Read on to find out how to plan more celebration into your life, despite a difficult circumstances.

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    Quarantine Update- Week 9 of Quarantine: Five Types of Emotional Baggage & How to Let Them Go

    May 19, 2020

    Coronavirus Update- Week 2 of the #StayAtHomeChallenge (A Tough Gig for Working Moms)

    March 28, 2020

    Why Having a Positive Mindset is a Choice and How Making Changes in 3 Key Areas Can Help Change Your Perspective

    June 16, 2020
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