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Encouragement, Planning

How (and Why) to Plan During Down Times

With so much in our world still on hold, it might seem like investing in a planner for 2021 might be a waste of money. However, the down times are…

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October 13, 2020
Books, Faith

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…

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August 4, 2020
Organization, Planning, Self-Care

Spring Cleaning our Mindsets, Schedules, and Routines

While spring cleaning our homes can be overwhelming and unpleasant, we should consider the benefits of spring cleaning other aspects of our lives. Read on for a review of Carol…

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April 13, 2021
  • Books,  Faith

    Write the Word Journals: Review and Comparison of the Original, New, and Kids’ Versions

    August 4, 2020 /

    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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    Personal Vision Statements: Finding your Drive and Envisioning Your Future

    March 16, 2021

    Book Review: What Happened to You?

    November 16, 2021

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

    October 5, 2021
  • Encouragement,  Planning,  Self-Care

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

    July 28, 2020 /

    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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    21 Journal Prompts to Celebrate our Friendships with Women

    March 9, 2021

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

    June 15, 2021

    Easy Vision Board Ideas Anyone Can Do

    January 26, 2021
  • Encouragement,  Planning

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

    July 21, 2020 /

    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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    How (and Why) to Plan During Down Times

    October 13, 2020

    Week 3 of the #StayAtHomeChallenge: Dealing with Loss During Covid-19 and Using A Goal Planner to Get Back on Track

    April 4, 2020

    Avoiding Toxic Planning

    May 31, 2022
  • Organization,  Planning

    8 Steps for an Effective Mid-Year Goals Review (And Tools to Make It Fun!)

    July 14, 2020 /

    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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    Quarantine Update- Week 7 of the #StayAtHomeChallenge: How an Organized Mind Creates a Hopeful Heart

    May 5, 2020

    Planner Review: 2021-2022 Large Simplified Student Planner

    August 3, 2021

    Using 16, 17, and 18-Month Planners and Calendars

    September 22, 2020
  • Encouragement,  Planning

    “Willingness: The First Step in Making Positive Changes”

    July 7, 2020 /

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

    July 28, 2020

    8 Action Items to Turn Those “Someday” Dreams into Today’s Goals

    September 15, 2020

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

    March 28, 2020
  • Organization,  Planning

    Resource Roundup! The Ultimate Guide to Finding Black-Owned Planner and Planner Product Companies

    June 30, 2020 /

    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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    Spring Cleaning our Mindsets, Schedules, and Routines

    April 13, 2021

    Swapping Guilt for Grace This Holiday Season

    December 7, 2019

    Easy, Affordable Faith Planner

    January 11, 2020
  • Organization,  Planning

    Planner Review: The Girls Goal Planner by Cultivate What Matters

    June 24, 2020 /

    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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    14 Ideas for Using a Morning Journal to Plan Your Day

    November 10, 2020

    Using a Plum Paper Monthly Planner for Blog Content Planning

    September 21, 2021

    Getting Back to Old-Fashioned, Handwritten Communication

    February 17, 2020
  • Encouragement,  Self-Care

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

    June 16, 2020 /

    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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    July 7, 2020

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

    March 28, 2020
  • Planning

    Why I Am No Longer Supporting My Favorite Planner Companies

    June 10, 2020 /

    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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    September 21, 2021

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    8 Steps for an Effective Mid-Year Goals Review (And Tools to Make It Fun!)

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  • Books

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

    June 3, 2020 /

    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.

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    Personal Vision Statements: Finding your Drive and Envisioning Your Future

    March 16, 2021

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    July 27, 2021

    Writing a Personal Mission Statement That Starts with Your Why

    February 23, 2021
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