Statistics say it takes 21 days doing something consistently to develop a habit. Like most things in life, change takes time and patience. – Make no more than one habit change per month when you start out. Plus, most of the craft store coupons only have 40% off one item anyways! And if you do happen to find materials that you think you would use consistently, you should go ahead and buy them without guilt. You’ll have the opportunity to try some new materials without committing to buy them. Or, have a planning party and encourage your friends to bring their materials. If you really want to try something new, arrange a swap with a fellow planner. Soon it will become intimidating clutter. First, new supplies will maybe only provide about a weeks’ worth of motivation. At least, don’t buy a lot of planner supplies immediately. Add more if you want to once you hit a groove of maintaining it. Buy a specific planner that will meet those needs. Note!! If you are just using a planner for a specific reason, such as a wedding, blog, or school planner, you don’t need to start with a general planner. You don’t want to be so overwhelmed with maintaining two that you give up. Start with a general daily planner first. But for now, it’s going to be extra to keep up with. Once you hit a groove and you know what your needs are, you can buy other planners. If you feel like what I suggest is still too much, keep reading, and I’ll break it down to simplify further. Now, this is all easier said than done! I’ve provided some suggestions below for your journey. If it’s relaxing for you, or you actually ARE an artist, then go for it.įor more elaborate pages, it doesn’t mean that you can’t track or start a collection. It doesn’t mean that you can’t attempt to decorate your planner. Honestly? When you are starting out, these things shouldn’t be your main concern. Why can’t you maintain your full, two page tracker? You feel frustrated that your planner isn’t pretty or perfect. At worst, you’re so frustrated that you want to give up for good. And, at best, your attempts are mediocre. So you break open your planner and try to emulate them. You’re inspired and itching to make the next greatest planner. What about some of the spreads you see? Elaborate trackers, detailed collections, every box filled whoever made it definitely has their stuff together. It’s absolutely inspiring and you want to copy them. Some may feature beautiful handwriting and doodles. They are color coordinated, lined with beautiful stickers and washi. You go in Instagram, Pinterest, and Facebook and you see all these stunning planners. It’s hard, isn’t it? You don’t want to keep it simple. For more information, read my disclosure.) (This article contains affiliate links if you click on items and purchase them, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.