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When you're dealing with burnout, your nervous system often goes into overdrive, leaving you feeling constantly wired and overwhelmed. Trying to tackle a big journaling session in that state can feel impossible. Gently calm that activated state with these five practices that offer immediate, low-effort relief.

I’ve come to rely on a few favorite tools that make planning on paper feel more like support than structure. This month, we’re embracing the simplicity of pen and paper with our May Intention Box—a limited-edition curation designed to help you step away from digital overload and reconnect with the grounding practice of Analog Planning.

We talk a lot about staying calm and collected, but what about the moments when you’re anything but? This week, we’re exploring rage journaling as a raw and honest way to express messy or intense emotions. Giving your thoughts undivided attention and a safe place to land might be exactly what you need to get back on track.

Mothers form the quiet foundation of every family story, just as their mothers did before them. This unbroken chain of wisdom and love is exactly what journaling can preserve. This Mother’s Day, start a tradition that outlasts any gift and bouquet—with our free printable: the Legacy Journaling Card.

If you’ve fallen in love with the look of a fountain pen but still feel unsure how to actually use one, you’re not alone. We’ll walk you through the simple steps to get started, elevate your writing experience, and bring your words to life—one smooth stroke at a time.

Some people thrive on structure; others need a bit more breathing room. Maybe you’re all about lists and goals, or maybe you like to leave space for spontaneity. The good news? You’re not locked into just one way of doing things. You can mix and match layouts, build a setup that shifts with your seasons, or layer in inserts as your life evolves.

The April Intention Box embraces this philosophy with tools designed for travelers who want to wander with purpose. After all, the best trips (and the best days) aren’t the ones packed tight with sights, but the ones where you have space to truly see.

The spring season offers a unique opportunity to realign and rejuvenate your planning system. Whether you’re making big changes or just fine-tuning a few details, these simple steps will help you step into the season with a sense of purpose and clarity.

Many people with ADHD struggle with task initiation, which basically means getting started is the hardest part. This isn’t laziness—it’s a neurological roadblock caused by lower dopamine levels in the brain. This week, we'll talk about the Task Snowball Method. This method isn’t magic—it’s science. It works with your brain instead of against it, builds momentum, and best of all? It’s really easy to start. 

In an era dominated by fleeting digital interactions, handwriting offers a much-needed reminder of the beauty of creating something tangible. Let’s take a moment to appreciate the power of pen and paper and why, even in the digital age, we should all make time to write by hand.

Ever have one of those weeks where your calendar looks like a chaotic art project? One minute, it’s all under control. The next, it’s a mess of meetings, errands, and deadlines that make you want to hide under the covers. That’s where the minimalist planning comes in. 

If you’ve ever wished for a planning system that feels like it was made just for you, the March Intention Box is here to deliver. This isn’t about rigid rules or one-size-fits-all solutions—it’s about giving you the tools to plan your life your way.