What This Book Can Do For You (pg.11-25)
The opening section of What Matters Most lays out a bold premise: lasting peace and fulfillment are not found through circumstances, achievements, or even deliberate time-management techniques alone. They arise when daily life becomes a faithful expression of a person’s deepest governing values. Hyrum Smith begins with a striking metaphor. In the months before the […]
Aligning Goals With Your Values
As the new year begins, it’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of fresh starts and ambitious resolutions. Many of us create long lists of goals, hoping that this will finally be the year everything comes together. But without a strong foundation rooted in purpose, even well-intentioned goals can feel hollow—leaving us overwhelmed, […]
Setting Meaningful Resolutions
As one year ends and another begins, it’s natural to think about fresh starts and new goals. But before you write down another list of resolutions, consider this: according to U.S. News & World Report, 80 percent of resolutions fail. The problem isn’t a lack of motivation—it’s often a lack of meaning. The most powerful […]
The Franklin Five: January 2026
January encourages new habits, thoughtful plans, and excitement for the future. Print The Franklin Five checklist each month, and include them in your planner – a great way to focus your efforts and enrich 2026! Also, check out our weekly Franklin Planner Talk blog posts for great ideas and support! Our goal at Franklin Planner is to […]
The Power of Reflection
As the year comes to a close, it’s natural to start thinking about what comes next—new goals, new opportunities, and new beginnings. But before rushing ahead, it’s worth taking a step back to look at where you’ve been. Reflection is more than reminiscing; it’s an intentional process of understanding your experiences so you can grow […]
Living Your Priorities
As the holidays approach and the year draws to a close, life seems to move at a faster pace. The days are filled with gatherings, traditions, and endless to-do lists. Yet, amid the rush, there’s a quiet invitation—a call to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what truly matters most. The closing weeks of the year […]
Holiday Gift Tags Printable
Download and print out these fun and festive holiday gift tags for all of the gifts you’re wrapping!
Making Space For Joy
The holiday season is a time of celebration, connection, and cheer—but it also brings added demands on our time, finances, and emotions. Between the gatherings, shopping, and to-do lists, it’s easy to move so quickly that we forget to slow down and actually feel the joy this season offers. Making space for joy isn’t about […]
Finish Strong: How to Wrap Up the Year With Purpose
As the year winds down, it’s tempting to sprint through December just trying to get everything done. But finishing strong doesn’t mean doing more—it means doing what matters most. When you pause to reflect, prioritize, and plan intentionally, you not only end the year with purpose but also step into the next one with clarity […]
Cultivating Daily Gratitude
Gratitude has long been recognized as one of the simplest, yet most powerful, practices for increasing happiness and improving overall wellbeing. But while it’s easy to feel thankful on holidays like Thanksgiving, the real benefits come when we intentionally make gratitude part of our everyday lives. By cultivating daily gratitude, we create a habit that […]