Monthly Planning Rhythms + Completist Mini-Review EP 252
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May 26, 2025
Explore the transformative power of monthly planning and how it can spark a fresh start. Discover practical tips for breaking down big projects, setting meaningful goals, and tracking habits. Learn how simple rituals, like changing screen backgrounds, can boost motivation. Dive into creative extras like budgeting and fitness ideas to create a balanced life. Plus, hear about the latest planners from The Completist that cater to all your organizational needs!
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Month Planning Overlooked Rhythm
The month often gets overlooked between the natural rhythms of weeks and seasons.
Months lack obvious fresh-start cues, making dedicated monthly planning especially valuable.
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Month Ideal for Project Chunks
A month is too short for big projects but ideal for chunks or experiments.
Monthly intervals fit well for budget, subscriptions, and some work deliverables.
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Fix Monthly Planning Schedule
Schedule monthly planning on specific, consistent days like the last Wednesday and weekend of the month.
Reserve these slots for focused sessions to improve planning consistency.
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Best Laid Plans: A Simple System for Living a Life That You Love
Best Laid Plans: A Simple System for Living a Life That You Love
A Simple System for Living a Life That You Love
Sarah Hart-Unger
Today's episode is dedicated to monthly planning rhythms! Sarah discusses why the monthly planning level can be a challenging one, but then provides reasons to try giving it some attention!
Elements Discussed:
- Ways to add to the "fresh start" energy - screen backgrounds + monthly tracking - Monthly work plan (new element for Sarah!) - Monthly goal setting (middle piece of the Nested Goals method - great way to break up big seasonal projects), including a look back / forward / within, and a calendar landscape review - Monthly "extras" - might include budget, household supply maintenance, fitness ideas, library holds, adding in fun, and more!
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