How to Refresh Your Planner for Fall: A Guide for Seasoned Planners

As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, it’s the perfect time to give your weekly planner a fall refresh. Whether you’re gearing up for football season, planning trips to see the changing leaves, or simply savoring the cooler temperatures, your planner can help you stay organized and focused during this busy season. Here’s how to breathe new life into your weekly layouts and make your planner a calming oasis amidst the chaos.

1. Declutter Your Mind

Fall is all about letting go—of clutter, of old routines, and of things that no longer serve you. Start your refresh with our new Declutter Your Mind insert. This tool is designed to help you take all those lingering worries and to-dos swirling around in your mind and transform them into clear, prioritized lists. By decluttering your mind, you’ll make space for the things that truly matter, allowing you to focus on what’s important as the season changes.

Use the left column to list out ALL the things you are worried about, you need to do, or you want to do. Then, evaluate and prioritize them to find your Top 3 To-Dos, your Easy 3 To-Dos and your Next 3 To-Dos. Use the circle to categorize them with our dot stickers.

Remember, you can’t do everything, but it’s important to think through all the things that you’ve got jumbled up in your head. This insert will help you put all that on paper so that you can make conscious decisions about what to say “yes” to. Don’t feel guilty about what you have to say “no” to…just keep your vision and your goals in mind as you create your prioritized list. You are the only one who can say what is a priority!

2. Add a Touch of Fall Aesthetics

Bring the warmth and coziness of fall into your planner with seasonal aesthetics. Our new catalog features a beautiful range of mushroom-themed items that perfectly capture the essence of autumn. As I’ve been doing a bit more walking outside in the last few days, I’ve been seeing a lot more mushrooms on our property. Whether that’s from all the rain we’ve had recently, or just a sign of the changing season, it’s been interesting to see all the different varieties of mushrooms that grow in my area. Pair these with the September Planning & Journaling Kit (Mushroom) to create weekly spreads that feel fresh and inspiring, plus tracking and journaling for the entire month! Keep your plans an memories all in one place! The earthy tones and whimsical designs are sure to make your planning sessions something to look forward to.

If mushrooms aren’t your thing, then take a peek at my personal favorite from our latest collection – Passion Floral! With the soothing green stripes and the beautiful florals, you can’t help but feel a sense of calm when looking at this design. I may or may not have ordered all of the things when it was released… 😉 I have definitely loved having this new planner cover on my desk though!

 

3. Assess What’s Working—and What’s Not

As you prepare for the new season, take a moment to evaluate what’s been working for you and what hasn’t. Have certain sections of your planner become cluttered or unused? Are there tasks or goals that no longer align with your priorities? Now is the time to streamline. Remove or reorganize those sections and consider adding inserts or layouts that better fit your current needs.

4. Seasonal Planning Tips

Fall is full of unique opportunities and activities. Here are a few tips to make the most of the season:

• Football Season: Track game days, tailgates, and gatherings in your planner. Use color-coding or stickers to make these events stand out.
• Leaf Peeping Trips: Plan weekend getaways to see the fall foliage. Create a bucket list of must-see spots and document your adventures in your planner.
• Outdoor Activities: Cooler temperatures make it the perfect time to get outside. Schedule hikes, picnics, or simply enjoying your morning coffee on the porch.

5. Give It a Fresh Look

Finally, give your planner a visual refresh. Swap out old covers or dashboards for something new and seasonally appropriate. Add in decorative elements like washi tape, stickers, and pens that evoke the feeling of fall. Use some of the new journal stickers or fun stickers in beautiful colors for fall. Create a new dashboard with one of our deco kits. A fresh look can make your planner feel revitalized and ready to tackle whatever the season brings.

So many options for making your pages pretty! Which will you choose?

Ready to Refresh?

Now that you’re equipped with the steps to refresh your planner, it’s time to take action. Explore our new mushroom-themed items and the Declutter Your Mind insert in our latest catalog. Give your planner the fall makeover it deserves, and let it be your guide to finding calm in the chaos this season.

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