Mid-Year Reset: Planning Tips for a Smoother Second Half

By Daily Orders

May 21, 2024

2 min read

I don't know about you, but the mid-year slump has hit me hard. It feels like January was just yesterday, and now we’re somehow staring down the barrel of June! If your year's been a whirlwind of school runs, work deadlines, and a million little things in between, you're not alone. But fear not, because a mid-year reset is just what we need to get back on track and sail smoothly through the rest of the year.

Why a Mid-Year Reset?

First things first – why bother with a mid-year reset? Well, think of it as a chance to hit the refresh button. Life gets chaotic, plans go awry, and sometimes we just need to take a breather, reassess, and refocus. It’s like giving your brain a spring clean – and who doesn’t love that fresh, organised feeling?

 Practical Planning Tips for a Smoother Second Half

1. Conduct a Mid-Year Review

Start by looking back at your goals at the beginning of the year. Be honest with yourself – what’s working and what’s not? Maybe some goals need a tweak, or maybe new priorities have emerged. This is your chance to adjust and realign.

2. Declutter Your Planner

If your planner looks anything like mine, it’s probably stuffed with old notes, crossed-out tasks, and doodles from your little ones. Clear out the clutter! A clean planner helps you focus on the tasks ahead without the distraction of past chaos.

3. Prioritise Key Areas

Break your life into chunks: Family, Work, Personal. For family, plan out school events, extracurricular activities, and those long-overdue family outings. At work, map out major projects and deadlines. And don’t forget personal time – self-care, hobbies, and a hefty dose of relaxation are essential.

4. Set Monthly and Weekly Goals

Big goals can feel overwhelming, so break them down into manageable chunks. Set clear monthly and weekly goals. Our large wall planners are perfect for this – you can see everything at a glance, which makes it easier to stay on track.

5. Incorporate Flexibility

Parenting is like a rollercoaster - it's full of unexpected twists and turns! To keep up, you need to be flexible and go with the flow. That's where our awesome acrylic wall planners come in. They're big enough to fit all your crazy plans, and you can easily erase and update them with a quick swipe. So, no matter what life throws your way, you'll be ready for it with our wall planners!

A Little Extra

I love hearing from our community, so if you have mid-year reset tips or planning challenges, drop them in the comments.

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