Tag: benefits of planners for teens
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Why I Started Using a Planner
I started using a planner, or more accurately, a student agenda in middle school when my teachers forced us all to do so. The school provided these student agendas with the dress code printed inside, along with other school rules. Each day, at the end of each class, the teacher had us write down the…
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Re-Setting in the Middle of the Semester
You’ve fallen behind, or are failing a class halfway through the semester. How do you turn things around? 2 Steps to Re-Set in the Middle of the Semester For example: You are behind 10 assignments, including 1 project. 9 (regular assignments) + (1 x 5) = 14 You have 7 days to catch up. 14…
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Goal Check-In!
Whether you set yearly, quarterly, monthly, or weekly goals (or anything in between), take some time this week to check in with your teen. Are they making progress towards their goals? Have priorities changed? It’s okay to let go of goals mid-year. It doesn’t mean you’re a failure. It means you’re choosing to focus on…
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Single-Tasking
Single-tasking allows you to focus on one chore at a time. This will go much faster than trying to multitask while doing your chores. For example, if you focus on only one type of chore at a time (say, dusting), and dust the entire home at once, you do not waste time switching tools–you and…
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Gratitude
I know this sounds cheesy, but I’m thankful for you. I’m thankful for you, whether you read my website, Instagram, Facebook, or Substack posts, or receive my weekly emails. I’m so grateful to be able to write about a topic I LOVE talking about- planning and time management. Thank you! 3 Ways to Incorporate More…
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How to Get Your Teenager to Use a Planner
Most importantly, let your teen pick out their planner! I would try using a paper planner so you can work through together how to plan more easily. Resources for Finding the Right Planner for You: You can always DIY your own planner! There are many free printables out there- just search things like: Make it…
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Top 3 Things To Do in the Middle of the Semester
Congrats, you’re halfway through the semester!! Hopefully things are going well. If not, here’s what to do: 1. Check your grades carefully to make sure everything looks right. Teachers are humans too- typos happen 🙂 If not, respectfully email your teacher with your first and last name, course name, and “Questions about Assignments (fill in…