Creative Outlet or Functional Planner

Creative Outlet or Functional Planner

I’ve thought about this from time to time.  When perusing Instagram I really enjoy seeing how everyone uses their planners.  Some like to festoon the pages with a lot of stickers.  Some are more frugal with them and use the space for planning.  I’m one of the later.  I need to use as much space as I can to plan out my week.  I do use some stickers, but I don’t go crazy with them.  For me, my Happy Planner is for functional use.  I plan many things during my week from tasks that need to get done to appointments.

I like having my tasks and appointments on my planner because, well, my memory isn’t what it used to be.  I admit I also use my google calendar a lot – a lot!  It along with my paper planner is what keeps me organized.  I’ve noticed since combining the two I seem to get more done. I’m getting to check off more items from my to-do lists.

But I will always love my Happy Planner.  It does give me a creative outlet and I like being able to look back and see what I’ve done.

If you’re on the creative outlet side, I admire you.  I’m very impressed with some that I see on Instagram.  But it just doesn’t work for me.

So, all this being said, go with what works for you.  Regardless of what planner you use, don’t let it sit idle.  Getting organized is difficult.  At least it is for me.  But using a planner makes it easier.  And you feel so good when you can check off that item on your list.

Happy Planning!