5 Planner Lists Every Busy Mom Needs: Your Guide to a Streamlined Life

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A Planner to Declutter Your Mind and Schedule

Being organized sounds great, but it's not always a walk in the park, especially if you're balancing a jam-packed schedule. That's why you need smart and efficient lists to guide you. If your to-do lists are making you to-don't, this is your sign to tune in. Let's go over 5 essential lists you absolutely need in your planner or journal to:

• Simplify complex tasks
• Make actions straightforward
• Keep stress and chaos at bay

List-Making Pitfalls to Dodge

First, let's tackle some common slip-ups in the world of list-making:

1. Complexity Overload: The best list is one you'll actually use. Keep it simple and straightforward. Our nifty Inserts are perfect for this.

2. Dispersed Lists: When lists are scattered, they lose their purpose. Keep them neatly tucked into your planner with marked pages for quick finds.

3. List Overpopulation: A list here, a list there, a list everywhere—stop! All your lists should reside in one place: your trusty planner.

5 Planner-Perfect Lists You Need

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1. The "On Hold" List: Note down what's in limbo—like a pending client email or that lawnmower you lent to a neighbor. Keep tabs on this list.

   Quick Tip: Add an "On Hold" list to your planner today.

2. The "I Owe You One" List: Capture commitments you make—from volunteer work to promises with pals.

   Quick Tip: Write these down as soon as they’re made, and make it a weekly habit to review.

3. The "Stressbusters" List: Got worries? Take a moment to jot them down, and then map out a game plan for each.

   Quick Tip: Block out a slice of time each week to revisit and tackle items on this list.

4. The "Home Sweet Home" Inventory: List out valuable household items for emergencies or insurance situations.

   Quick Tip: Dedicate a weekend for this task and keep the list secure.

5. The "Big Picture" Task List: This list is for the crucial but not-so-urgent tasks that you need to handle.

   Quick Tip: Stash this list in a special planner section for easy access.

Bonus: The "Brain Dump" List

Unburden your brain by pouring tasks, thoughts, and ideas onto paper, making it easier to categorize them later.

Quick Tip: Arrange a regular 'Mind Decluttering' session to keep things neat and tidy.

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