You’ve got such a vivid personality it makes ‘planning’ come alive. And thanks for being so open about your personal goals and sharing your notes - it’s what makes your videos so real.
I have been watching for a bit for some ideas and such and have learned a lot and have enjoyed it. But I want to give you props (massive respect) for your "heads up" about the weight/numbers talk. That shows a great deal of awareness, and I haven't seen that very often. Thank you for that small but vital aspect to your video! ❤️
yes.. it isn't an issue for me and I'm interested in that part of planning (it's similar to the way I do it). but thanks for your sensitivity to others who might find it triggering at this point in their journey
I love that your planning is messy and real and ever changing. Definitely helps take the pressure off making perfect spreads we see on IG. Plus all the different sections, the new stuff you try, it truly reflects a life that is working towards something and not just on keeping the pages full
I love your videos ❤. You’re so real and honest about your process. Everything is not perfect like so many others and it helps me accept my messy planning when things don’t turn out like I envisioned
That is EXACTLY what I want to help with Jessica! Nothing is perfect and planners are supposed to be documents of our lives, not picture perfect! I'm happy you commented and shared
Thank you so much Elaine! Lots of people love happy planners, though I’ve never tried them. I hope they are working for you and I’m so happy to have you around the channel :)
23:24 I love seeing how you changed "Monday" to "Wednesday" - you made it look cute! I'm always fighting against the urge to throw the whole planner out and start over when I make small mistakes like that 😆 OF COURSE we all know mistakes are a part of life, not sure why that's so hard for me.
Hahah so sweet that you noticed that Tori. I usually prefer to just acknowledge my mistakes because then I can look back and lol. Thanks for watching :)
Muscle weighs more than fat. When I finished Army Basic, I had gained 15 lbs but hard to tell. I was stronger, could run all over or march many miles. My uniform fit better, my arms & legs looked better, not like little sticks. Was still wearing same size clothes. The more muscle you have, the faster you lose fat and can burn more calories.
It has taken me about 6 weeks to get into a rhythm in my common planner and I've realized three things. 1) I need a consistent layout. 2) I need a very simple color scheme in the weekly planning section. 3) I shouldn't pre-date my daily pages because things change and having blank daily pages or unchecked to-do's just makes me feel bad. My left column in the weekly is where I list out chores and other things I want to do at a high level only. When I'm ready to do the things, I add the details to that day's daily page and that becomes my commitment to do it that day. If I don't feel like doing it, it moves to the next week. If I feel like I want to pre-plan a project like my garage spring cleaning weekend, I'll put a page in the daily section with the project name instead of the date, and that way it's clear that it's just notes for later and subject to change.
I freaking love your videos! I discovered your channel in February after purchasing a common planner. You’re sincere and genuine and fun to watch. It’s cool to see how you’re Q1 went. Also, diehard survivor fan here 🙌🏼
Love GTD! Maybe instead of doing his big sweep of everything you just start implementing as you go? I use my dailies as my inbox. Every month I set up a projects list and a next actions spread (dividing the page into my different contexts, like photocopying, marking, computer, kitchen tasks etc). It saves me so much time when I can batch things. Whatever I don’t complete gets migrated forward to the next month. In my dailies, whatever tasks don’t get completed either get migrated back to the next actions list or migrated to tomorrow.
Another great video! I really enjoy watching your videos on Sunday evenings while I’m doing my own planner things 😊 Do you have any favorites for digital sticker art? I’m newish to planning and don’t know a ton of shops, but I’m getting really into printing stickers 😅
I love that you watch my videos on Sundays while you plan!! That's my dream. I don't really purchase digital art, just physical stickers and stuff. I don't have a printer. But my favorite shops for physical supplies are SweetFreckledDesigns, TheCoffeeMonsterzCo., and Rabbit Hole Hand Craft. SterlingInk and Paper Minty Studios also have really great options for kits and stickers, and I thiiiink some printables.
I very always been a little hesitant to get the Cousin but seeing the Common Planner in use it looks like such a great fit for me! Thanks for your videos with it! Do you have recommendations for coffeemonsterzco sicker sizes to use in the B6 CP? I'd like to get some that don't over fill the boxes and don't know wich ones would be best. Tia❤
Thanks for commenting Tia! I love the Cousin and common planner style planners so much, they're truly amazing. I don't use kit stickers or boxes much in my planners, so I don't have recommendations for what boxes work well where. I will say the b6 common planner vertical weekly day column is only one box smaller than the A5 Cousin, so you I have seen a lot of people use Cousin kits and boxes in their weeklies with some success.
Omg I snagged it from a friend's closet a few years ago, and I think she got it from a thrift store.... so I have no idea, i'm sorry! Thank you for the love though!
I’m not sure if my question is going to make sense, but I’m going to try. I’m in an A6 hobonichi…kinda hate it because I’m realizing I’m not really a daily planner. One thing that doesn’t really work for me is how the times are aligned with the lines instead of the boxes, and I’ve never been able to figure out if I should write my appointments below the line that corresponds with the time or above it. Does the common planner have the line inside the box so it’s clear where the appointment goes? I hope that makes sense.
Makes total sense! And no, it doesn't. The time is on the line. I think most vertical weeklies are like this because that's when the time STARTS. so it's 11 a.m. "at" the 11 a.m. line. If you look at digital calendars, you'll see mostly the same thing. However, if you wanted to get an undated planner or a blank notebook to play around in, there are lots of sticker or washi tape sets that you could use to paste in the times right where you want them. I have a washi tape that lists 1 - 12 and fits in a 5 mm grid notebook (your standard bullet journal) from Sunshine Sticker Co., or Sterling Ink also makes their own that fits the specific size of their planners. So you could buy that and just place it where it works for you :)
@@RachelleinTheory thank you for the suggestion. I’ve seen those tapes before but forgot about them. I hadn’t thought of digital calendars doing the same thing. 🤔 I’ll have to check that out.
I use so many shops! My favorites are TheCoffeeMonsterzCo and Rabbit Hole Hand Craft, though you might also see some Sweet Freckled Designs and Papershire Studios bunnies in there.
I love the two column dailies in the common planner too! I task, note, and journal all together like that in the dailies as well. @theoryof.lauren has GORGEOUS DAILIES that look super similar (#dailies goal)
You’ve got such a vivid personality it makes ‘planning’ come alive. And thanks for being so open about your personal goals and sharing your notes - it’s what makes your videos so real.
Thank you Diane, it's always good to hear from you in my comments ❤
I have been watching for a bit for some ideas and such and have learned a lot and have enjoyed it. But I want to give you props (massive respect) for your "heads up" about the weight/numbers talk. That shows a great deal of awareness, and I haven't seen that very often. Thank you for that small but vital aspect to your video! ❤️
yes.. it isn't an issue for me and I'm interested in that part of planning (it's similar to the way I do it). but thanks for your sensitivity to others who might find it triggering at this point in their journey
Thank you so much for your kind words, this is very sweet!
I am trying to implement more stuff like this in my life/planning so it means a lot that it's noticed
Thank you Rachel, this goal setting *and Accomplishments* video was helpful for me! 😊
I love that your planning is messy and real and ever changing. Definitely helps take the pressure off making perfect spreads we see on IG. Plus all the different sections, the new stuff you try, it truly reflects a life that is working towards something and not just on keeping the pages full
Thank you Madel this is really a nice comment
I love your videos ❤. You’re so real and honest about your process. Everything is not perfect like so many others and it helps me accept my messy planning when things don’t turn out like I envisioned
That is EXACTLY what I want to help with Jessica! Nothing is perfect and planners are supposed to be documents of our lives, not picture perfect! I'm happy you commented and shared
I really love using gray too.
It’s so underrated as a neutral, everyone loves those warm browns and I’m just over here like. But I want my planner to feel like a cloud though 😌
Very nice >>>> Thank you
Rachelle, you are so bubbly. I just love your personality and also your videos. Thanks for all the ideas! :)
Melony ♥️ this comment made my day, thank you so much
Just found your videos and they are not only wonderfully helpful but also a digital hug for me while I’m trying to sort out my planning routine.
Kendra
Your videos are so comforting to me and I look forward to them every week🥹❤
This is so sweet!! I'm happy to have you watching every week!!
I so enjoy your videos. I use Happy Planners, but only because I’m pretty new, but I love how real you are and your videos are my favorite!
Thank you so much Elaine! Lots of people love happy planners, though I’ve never tried them. I hope they are working for you and I’m so happy to have you around the channel :)
23:24 I love seeing how you changed "Monday" to "Wednesday" - you made it look cute! I'm always fighting against the urge to throw the whole planner out and start over when I make small mistakes like that 😆 OF COURSE we all know mistakes are a part of life, not sure why that's so hard for me.
Hahah so sweet that you noticed that Tori. I usually prefer to just acknowledge my mistakes because then I can look back and lol. Thanks for watching :)
Muscle weighs more than fat. When I finished Army Basic, I had gained 15 lbs but hard to tell. I was stronger, could run all over or march many miles. My uniform fit better, my arms & legs looked better, not like little sticks. Was still wearing same size clothes. The more muscle you have, the faster you lose fat and can burn more calories.
It has taken me about 6 weeks to get into a rhythm in my common planner and I've realized three things. 1) I need a consistent layout. 2) I need a very simple color scheme in the weekly planning section. 3) I shouldn't pre-date my daily pages because things change and having blank daily pages or unchecked to-do's just makes me feel bad. My left column in the weekly is where I list out chores and other things I want to do at a high level only. When I'm ready to do the things, I add the details to that day's daily page and that becomes my commitment to do it that day. If I don't feel like doing it, it moves to the next week. If I feel like I want to pre-plan a project like my garage spring cleaning weekend, I'll put a page in the daily section with the project name instead of the date, and that way it's clear that it's just notes for later and subject to change.
I swear I'm happy in my cousin but now you have me considering the common planner for the second half of the year 😆. Love seeing all your spreads!!!!
HAHA I'm happy I swear 😂
I LOVE Rabbit Hole Handcrafts thanks to your recommendation!
YES her stuff is so darling
I freaking love your videos! I discovered your channel in February after purchasing a common planner. You’re sincere and genuine and fun to watch. It’s cool to see how you’re Q1 went. Also, diehard survivor fan here 🙌🏼
YES SURVIVOR! Thank you so much for commenting and Im so glad you are here!!
Love your videos Rachelle! ❤❤
Thank you Polly!! ♥️
Love GTD! Maybe instead of doing his big sweep of everything you just start implementing as you go? I use my dailies as my inbox. Every month I set up a projects list and a next actions spread (dividing the page into my different contexts, like photocopying, marking, computer, kitchen tasks etc). It saves me so much time when I can batch things. Whatever I don’t complete gets migrated forward to the next month. In my dailies, whatever tasks don’t get completed either get migrated back to the next actions list or migrated to tomorrow.
This is a good idea... I think I need to give it another go!
Another great video! I really enjoy watching your videos on Sunday evenings while I’m doing my own planner things 😊
Do you have any favorites for digital sticker art? I’m newish to planning and don’t know a ton of shops, but I’m getting really into printing stickers 😅
I love that you watch my videos on Sundays while you plan!! That's my dream.
I don't really purchase digital art, just physical stickers and stuff. I don't have a printer. But my favorite shops for physical supplies are SweetFreckledDesigns, TheCoffeeMonsterzCo., and Rabbit Hole Hand Craft. SterlingInk and Paper Minty Studios also have really great options for kits and stickers, and I thiiiink some printables.
Where did you get the Caffine and Paper Co stickers. I’ve been searching the name but can’t find it. They’re so cute!! Thanks for the help!
She has rebranded to Sweet Freckled Designs!
Never tried a common planner, but I'm trying to get back to planning, just hard since semi retired
I very always been a little hesitant to get the Cousin but seeing the Common Planner in use it looks like such a great fit for me! Thanks for your videos with it! Do you have recommendations for coffeemonsterzco sicker sizes to use in the B6 CP? I'd like to get some that don't over fill the boxes and don't know wich ones would be best. Tia❤
Thanks for commenting Tia! I love the Cousin and common planner style planners so much, they're truly amazing. I don't use kit stickers or boxes much in my planners, so I don't have recommendations for what boxes work well where. I will say the b6 common planner vertical weekly day column is only one box smaller than the A5 Cousin, so you I have seen a lot of people use Cousin kits and boxes in their weeklies with some success.
I'm sure this has been asked already, but I can't see so far in the comments... Where is your JACKET FROM? I LOVE!! 😍😍😍
Omg I snagged it from a friend's closet a few years ago, and I think she got it from a thrift store.... so I have no idea, i'm sorry! Thank you for the love though!
I’m not sure if my question is going to make sense, but I’m going to try. I’m in an A6 hobonichi…kinda hate it because I’m realizing I’m not really a daily planner. One thing that doesn’t really work for me is how the times are aligned with the lines instead of the boxes, and I’ve never been able to figure out if I should write my appointments below the line that corresponds with the time or above it. Does the common planner have the line inside the box so it’s clear where the appointment goes? I hope that makes sense.
Makes total sense! And no, it doesn't. The time is on the line. I think most vertical weeklies are like this because that's when the time STARTS. so it's 11 a.m. "at" the 11 a.m. line. If you look at digital calendars, you'll see mostly the same thing.
However, if you wanted to get an undated planner or a blank notebook to play around in, there are lots of sticker or washi tape sets that you could use to paste in the times right where you want them. I have a washi tape that lists 1 - 12 and fits in a 5 mm grid notebook (your standard bullet journal) from Sunshine Sticker Co., or Sterling Ink also makes their own that fits the specific size of their planners. So you could buy that and just place it where it works for you :)
@@RachelleinTheory thank you for the suggestion. I’ve seen those tapes before but forgot about them. I hadn’t thought of digital calendars doing the same thing. 🤔 I’ll have to check that out.
Rachel, are you referring to your distraction video detailing your work sprints?
That's the one!
Hi! Do you mind sharing where you got the stickers of little characters doing tasks?
I use so many shops! My favorites are TheCoffeeMonsterzCo and Rabbit Hole Hand Craft, though you might also see some Sweet Freckled Designs and Papershire Studios bunnies in there.
#TeamGray
I love the two column dailies in the common planner too! I task, note, and journal all together like that in the dailies as well. @theoryof.lauren has GORGEOUS DAILIES that look super similar (#dailies goal)
Lauren is honestly such an inspo!! I love her dailies and weeklies.
@@RachelleinTheory same!!!! I started thematic daily labels for every week after seeing her dailies.