Best Laid Plans Sarah's Systems Update: What's Working, What's Not, and What's In Store for 2026! EP 266
Sep 1, 2025
Exploring the Japanese practice of Techo Kaigi, the host reviews personal planning tools and shares what worked and what didn’t in 2025. Triumphs in family education and a new book release are highlighted. The challenges of health management intertwine with daily routines, emphasizing strategic planning. Various organizational tools are discussed, alongside calls for future engagement with the audience. Plus, insights on planner pricing amid exchange rate shifts and excitement for upcoming events add a dynamic flair!
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Year Shaped By Health And Wins
- Sarah frames 2025 as a mix of big wins and unexpected chronic health challenges that reshaped her planning needs.
- She accepts long-term management and adjusts routines instead of insisting on a full recovery timeline.
Hobonichi Cousin As Primary Planner
- Sarah uses a Hobonichi Cousin Avec as her daily source of truth with weekly layouts and daily pages for tasks and media tracking.
- She switched midyear to a July–December edition for a fresh start and plans to stay in Cousin for 2026.
Plan Work By Mapping Monthly Days
- Do a monthly work-planning ritual on your monthly spreads to map creative days and constraints for the month.
- Be strategic about limited creative days and schedule weekend work sessions when needed.