Unleaded

A pencil. Something as simple and retro as a Number 2 pencil is changing the planning game.

I’ve tried many a digital planner, but never cease to return to the tried and true paper version. We’re one week into 2022 and I think I’ve found the one (or three really) that work for me.

  1. Moleskine 5×7 weekly/monthly
  2. Outlook
  3. Weekly tear sheet notepad

I use the Moleskine for my personal diary and task lists; Outlook for my work, personal and family schedule; and a weekly tear sheet for a family weekly planner affixed to the fridge.

This is monumental as it’s been six years since I’ve felt in control of my day — at least the planning of it.

But what thing thing that’s really made the difference? A pencil.

It is liberating to simply erase and unfinished task or a first thought.

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