With the first week of school over, for some, it can be overwhelming if you're still in summer mode (like me). Even though it may feel like you have a lot going on at once already, keeping a journal/planner can help you to organize your thoughts, ideas, and day to day activities.
Having a planner may seem like something from high school but it is something that we young adults can still benefit from. Keep reading for a list of why having a planner is something you'll want to look into!
Bullet journaling
I've seen these kinds of journals where they have grid-based paper and the pages are blank. Having blank paper allows your imagination to flow and to decorate and style the planner to your liking. I have even noticed that some YouTubers will make videos on bullet journaling so you can always check those out if you're in need of inspo!
Helps you keep track of your goals
If you're anything like me, writing things down allows me to keep myself accountable for certain things. There is something about seeing your goals written down that has a greater impact than just keeping your goals tucked in your mind. Write out some weekly goals or even monthly goals, whatever helps you the best!
Stickers, doodles, and colors!
One way to spice up your planner to make it more appealing is to customize it with stickers! I love being able to use many colored pens and doodles to make my planner more "me." Some planners even come with extra pages and I feel like a little kid again being able to doodle around.
Helps you keep track of your deadlines
At the beginning of each semester, I will take note of all of my deadlines for all of my classes so that there aren't any that sneak up on me. I even add a reminder about a week beforehand to give myself time to do it since I know I am a professional procrastinator!
It will help with your time management
Keeping track of the things you have to do will help with your time management because you'll notice that there are in fact some days where if you do everything accordingly you will have time for yourself thus leading to less mental breakdowns (been there done that!).