The Franklin Five: June 2024
June encourages us to get outside and MOVE. Take advantage of the longer days; spend time with family and friends; plan vacations, small trips, barbeques and trips to the river or lake. Just make sure you also hydrate and get plenty of rest. Check out our weekly Franklin Planner Talk blog posts for uplifting ideas and great material. Our […]
Practice Law 5: Daily Planning Leverages Time Through Increased Focus
In our fast-paced lives, finding time for formal planning may seem like a luxury. However, as we delve into Law 5 from Hyrum W. Smith’s book The 10 Natural Laws of Successful Time and Life Management, we discover that investing a few minutes in daily planning can yield significant returns in terms of increased focus and […]
Appreciating Mom
Yesterday was Mother’s Day – and it’s always a great idea to spend some time showing mom how much you care. But let’s not let it end there! Moms and maternal influencers in our lives, are there for us EVERY day. Consider ways you can extend the love, and show your appreciation all week, and […]
Life-long Learners are Teachers and Influencers
One of the great truths of human kind is that we are always learning. No matter how long we live, new information and new experiences are available all the time. When we feel overwhelmed, or even just lazy, we may try to shut out the ‘new’ and ignore the lessons…but they are there, and waiting […]
Get Giggling for World Laughter Day
“Laughter is the tonic, the relief, the surcease for pain,” remarked Charlie Chaplin, and indeed, the power of laughter to uplift, heal, and connect is unparalleled. As we celebrate World Laughter Day, it’s a timely reminder of the profound benefits that laughter brings to our lives. Research suggests that our propensity to laugh peaks around the age […]
The Franklin Five: May 2024
May flowers are beautiful, and so are the longer and warmer days. From May Day through National Smile Day, there are a lot of reasons to appreciate and celebrate this month. Check out our weekly Franklin Planner Talk blog posts for uplifting ideas and great material. Our goal at Franklin Planner is to support YOU in achieving what matters […]
Earth Day and Responsible Paper-ing
As we commemorate Earth Day, it’s an ideal opportunity to shed light on the sustainable attributes of paper, particularly in the context of our planners. While many natural resources are finite, paper stands out as a renewable and recyclable material that embodies sustainability from its very core. Paper, derived from wood fiber, boasts inherent renewability […]
Becoming an Intentional Creator
In the tapestry of life, each of us holds the power to weave our own narrative, to shape our reality with intention and purpose. But what does it truly mean to be a creator? A creator is not merely a passive bystander, but rather a deliberate architect, consciously bringing something into existence with foresight, intention, […]
Self-Care & Stress Awareness
As April blooms with new possibilities, it’s an opportune moment to pause, reflect, and prioritize self-care amidst life’s hustle and bustle. April not only marks the onset of spring but also offers several timely reminders to cultivate mindfulness, lower stress levels, and embrace healthy habits. April is Stress Awareness Month, serving as a gentle nudge to recalibrate our daily […]
Practice Practice Law 4: To reach any significant goal, you must leave your comfort zone.
In Hyrum W. Smith’s book The 10 Natural Laws of Successful Time and Life Management, Law 4 stands as a cornerstone principle: “To reach any significant goal, you must leave your comfort zone”. This law challenges us to break free from the familiar, safe confines of our comfort zones and venture into uncharted territories of growth […]