Oops, It’s Mid-January—How’s that planner working out for you?

So, we’re halfway through January. Be honest—are you crushing it, or has your shiny new planner been collecting dust while you “procrastiplan” your way through the new year?

No judgment, I’ve been there. January can feel like a lot.

So, what if this year, we tried something different? What if we stripped away the fluff and focused on keeping things simple? it’s never too late to hit the reset button and set up a planner that actually works for you (and doesn’t feel like a full-time job).

Let me tell you why simplifying your planner might just be the best decision you make this year—and how it can help you find more focus and flow in your life.

Let’s get one thing straight: simplifying doesn’t mean settling for less. It means creating space for more of the things that truly matter—your goals, your priorities, your peace of mind.

When you simplify your planner, you’re saying goodbye to the overwhelm of juggling five different tools or staring at an overpacked to-do list. Instead, you’re left with clarity. And clarity, my friend, is the secret sauce to actually getting stuff done.

Let’s be real: we all overcomplicate planning sometimes. We convince ourselves we need a different notebook for every part of our life or that we can’t be productive without the perfect pen. (Guilty!)

But here’s the truth: overcomplicated planning is just another way of procrastinating. It feels productive, but it’s actually getting in the way of what you really want—making progress on your goals and enjoying your life.

So, how do you stop?

By asking yourself these questions:

Here’s the magic of simplified planning: it forces you to get crystal clear on your priorities. No more 20-item to-do lists that make you want to cry. No more chasing “busy” for the sake of it.

With simplicity, you get to focus on what truly matters—whether it’s building your business, spending more time with your family, or finally tackling that personal project you’ve been dreaming about.

Here’s how to start:

Flow is that magical state where everything feels easy and natural, like you’re effortlessly moving from one thing to the next. And guess what, simple planning is the fastest way to get there.

When planning is simple, you can actually enjoy the process. Your brain isn’t spinning with 10 different tools or an overstuffed schedule. Instead, you’ve got space to breathe, think, and tackle your day with confidence.

Simple Tip: Add a weekly reset to your planning. Spend 15 minutes every Sunday reviewing your priorities and refreshing your planner for the week ahead. Pair it with a coffee or a candle, and suddenly planning feels less like a chore and more like self-care.

If I could change one thing about how people approach planning, it would be this: I wish we all stopped chasing the “perfect” planner and focused on finding what works for us.

There’s no one-size-fits-all. Your planner doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s—it just has to feel good to you. So let’s give ourselves permission to keep it simple, focus on what matters, and embrace a little flow along the way.

Your Challenge: Start Simplifying

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by your current planner, here’s my challenge to you: