## Pre-Ramble [(00:00:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=1s) - A planner check-in is being shared, and there is excitement about it because it helps to balance the tendency to overthink things, which has become more prevalent due to the need to be more intentional and organized, especially with upcoming offers [(00:00:01)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=1s). - The habit of overthinking has developed partly because of the need to be more organized and good at sharing information, particularly when people are paying for it, but there is also a desire to have fun and be spontaneous [(00:00:08)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=8s). - The planner will be used to show what has been going on, and the intention is to just turn on the camera and see what happens, similar to how things used to be done in the past, but now with a bit more intention and organization [(00:00:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=13s). - There is a brief interruption from a cat, who yelled to come in and is now playing instead of laying down, and a mention of something happening tomorrow, on Sunday, although the details are not specified [(00:00:36)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=36s). - The conversation is casual and relaxed, with a comment about letting hair down, literally, and just seeing what happens during the planner check-in [(00:00:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=30s). ## Joyful Journey Update [(00:00:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=48s) - The Joyful Journey book study is a program that focuses on growing deeper in intimacy with Jesus and processing pain, and it will be available for registration until Sunday, the 12th, at 11:59 p.m. [(00:00:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=48s) - The program covers topics such as brain science and theology, including relational circuits, mutual mind State, and Attunement with God, to help participants understand how to have a relationship with God and people [(00:01:03)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=63s) - The pain processing pathway is also discussed, which explains how the brain processes pain to turn it into a source of wisdom, allowing individuals to grow and learn from their experiences instead of feeling angst [(00:01:17)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=77s) - The Joyful Journey program will last for seven or eight weeks, and there are less than 20 spots available, with the option to sign up for a waitlist for the next session in April after the current registration period expires [(00:01:42)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=102s) - A bonus has been added to the program, which was decided after reading supplemental materials, and participants can click the link below to join, with the opportunity to retake the program if desired [(00:01:53)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=113s) - After the current registration period ends, the link will be replaced with a waitlist option for the next Joyful Journey session, which is planned for April [(00:02:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=122s) ## I sold my B6Slim ELG Cover [(00:02:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=143s) - The ELG cover was sold because it did not fit as desired, with the preference being for a fit that is not too snug or too loose, but rather just right [(00:02:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=143s). - A friend from the planner community, Rita Weaver, purchased the cover after expressing interest in buying it, and it turned out to be a perfect fit for her compact planner [(00:02:48)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=168s). - The cover did not work well with the larger planner, which was described as a "big old chunky" one, and a new cover is needed to provide a better fit [(00:03:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=199s). - Contact was made with Colin to request a custom-made cover from Eternal Leather Goods, as the current planner is in need of a suitable cover, and it would be the third year using a cover from this brand [(00:03:38)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=218s). - The new cover is still pending, as Colin has not yet responded to the request, but it is hoped that he will be able to create a cover that meets the required specifications [(00:03:46)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=226s). ## 'No Sweat Vignettes' Sneak Peek [(00:03:55)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=235s) - The shop is currently on vacation to focus on filming the No Sweat Vignettes, which will include various elements such as sentiments, pretty florals, and other hints [(00:03:55)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=235s). - There are pictures and other decorative items, like clear covers and prints, that will be incorporated into the No Sweat Vignettes [(00:04:02)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=242s). - The No Sweat Vignettes will come with bonuses, and there is excitement about sharing these with the audience [(00:04:09)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=249s). ## Planner Chat Begins [(00:04:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=259s) - The planner has not been fully utilized, with tasks such as writing a letter to oneself and creating a vision board still pending, and it's okay to take time to be thoughtful about what to write [(00:04:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=259s). - The planner is being used to track weight, with the goal of monitoring progress throughout the year, and a weight of under 200 has been achieved [(00:05:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=300s). - A system of tracking page usage has been implemented, where a marker is placed at page 31 to monitor progress and stay on track, and it's been determined that page usage has not been stingy [(00:05:50)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=350s). - The weekly spreads in the planner are being used to track various activities, including menu planning, sleep and water intake, and reflections, with the use of washi tape and other decorative elements [(00:06:27)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=387s). - The daily spreads and index are also being utilized, with the index still needing to be updated from the previous year's planner to include important pages and information, such as the color number for the Tombo, which is 992 [(00:07:30)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=450s). - Business courses and challenges are being taken, resulting in a significant amount of notes being taken, and the planner is being used to stay organized and on top of tasks and goals [(00:06:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=372s). - The planner being used is a B6 Slim, which has a slightly different format than the previous year's due to its wider space, allowing for more organization and tracking of tasks and notes [(00:08:25)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=505s). - The planner includes monthly tasks, weekly tasks, and notes, with the weekly tasks consisting of routine chores such as washing sheets and linens, cleaning the pet water fountain, and deep cleaning the bird cage [(00:10:19)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=619s). - The planner also tracks the clipping of the kitty cat's nails, which was previously tracked in a different location, and includes a section for items decluttered, with 56 items already eliminated from the house [(00:10:38)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=638s). - The planner's format was inspired by other sources, including Lindsay Scribbles and Plan with B, with the inbox section being copied from Plan with B [(00:11:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=660s). - The planner is used in conjunction with a morning ritual, which takes place Monday through Friday, and involves using an A6 Rings and a B6 Slim, with the 992 Tombo highlighter being used to highlight important tasks and notes [(00:11:40)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=700s). - The planner is also used to track chicken feed, with notes on the type and quantity of feed purchased, and the decision to switch from Gonzalez to Tractor Supply due to the convenience and availability of organic feed [(00:09:23)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=563s). - The practice of renewing the mind is done by being intentional about practicing different thoughts every day, as thoughts can expand and continue if not stopped, and this is achieved through activities like journaling and brain science, which helps to improve mental state and increase gratitude and positivity [(00:12:00)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=720s). - The use of a morning page and journaling, such as the Emanu journaling, helps to practice thoughts and set strategies for the day, and also helps to change negative thoughts, like not having enough time, and to focus on what matters most [(00:12:07)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=727s). - Goal setting is also an important aspect, and participating in a goal setting workshop with a coach, like Angela, can be helpful, and writing down goals and verses can serve as motivation to keep going and not quit, even when faced with challenges like gaining weight over the holidays [(00:13:10)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=790s). - Journaling and planning can be a cozy and comfortable activity, but switching to a new planner can be challenging, as it may feel sterile and empty at first, but making it yours by adding personal touches, like stickers and vignettes, can help to make it feel more comfortable and like a reflection of oneself [(00:14:12)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=852s). - Adding personal touches, like stickers and notes from goal setting workshops, can help to make a new planner feel more like home, and executing ideas, rather than just dreaming about them, is an important step in achieving goals and making progress, as seen in the completion of projects like the Joyful Journey and No Sweat vignettes [(00:15:16)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=916s). - The planner is still half done, with some items, such as the little index clips, also known as madori, which can be found on Jet Pens, already in place [(00:15:45)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=945s). - Other items are shoved to the back of the planner because the cover has not been received yet, and a link to the madori index clips will be provided below [(00:15:51)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=951s). - Time has been spent filming videos, including no sweat vignettes, and preparing slide decks, notes, and resources for the joyful journal [(00:16:13)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=973s). - There are plans to start "journal with me" videos, which may begin next week, or potentially at the end of January, but could be postponed to February [(00:16:22)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=982s). - Viewers are invited to share their experiences and ask questions in the comments, including how they are getting cozy in their planners [(00:16:34)](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ&t=994s). ## Sources - [website](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWAiarbVRbQ?si=2OSvs8ulNwiwWx_M)