Set the Tone for Your Planner: A Walkthrough of Define Yourself & Define Your Year

Set the Tone for Your Planner: A Walkthrough of Define Yourself & Define Your Year

Welcome to the Define blog — where we help you navigate each day with purpose. Whether you’re just finding us or you’ve been here from the beginning, we’re so glad you’re here.

Before we dive into tasks, goals, and color-coded to-dos, let’s take a moment to pause and reconnect with something deeper: our why.

That’s exactly what the beginning of your midyear Define Planner is designed to help you do.

Inside, you’ll find two powerful sections:


Define Yourself
Define Your Year

These pages aren’t just pretty prompts — they’re your foundation. Think of them as a reset button: a space to reflect with honesty, set intentions with clarity, and move forward with purpose. Let's walk through each one together.


🌿 Define Yourself

This section is all about reconnecting with who you truly are — not who the world tells you to be. It invites clarity, self-alignment, and a deeper understanding of what drives you.

Here’s what you’ll fill out:

  • My Core Values
    These are the guiding principles that help shape your decisions, habits, and interactions. Values like courage, compassion, creativity, or contribution act as your internal compass when life feels chaotic.

  • A Quote That Inspires Me
    Choose something that grounds you — a line that brings you back to center when things feel uncertain.
    Example: “What you do makes a difference. And you have to decide what kind of difference you want to make.” — Jane Goodall

  • What Motivates Me
    Understanding your inner drivers (like personal growth or helping others) empowers you to stay persistent and purposeful, even through challenges.

  • Words or Phrases I Live By
    These are your mantras — small but mighty reminders that help you refocus or reframe.
    Examples: “Progress, not perfection,” “Abundance,” “This too shall pass.”

  • Activities, Hobbies & Passions That Bring Me Joy
    This is your joy list. These aren’t just hobbies — they’re essential to your well-being and deserve a spot in your weekly schedule. Think painting, walking, reading, volunteering, or trying new recipes.

  • Do I Effectively Navigate Each Day with Purpose? Why or Why Not?
    This is your honest check-in. Where are you aligned? Where are you rushing or disconnected? Don’t judge — just notice.
    Example: “Some parts of my day feel aligned and meaningful, while others feel rushed. I'm making progress, but there's still space to slow down and refocus.”


🗓️ Define Your Year

Once you’ve reflected on who you are, it’s time to look ahead. This section sets the tone for where you’re going and how you want to feel while you get there.

Here’s what you’ll explore:

  • What Areas of My Life Need More Balance?
    Look at the big picture. Are you overinvested in one area and neglecting another? Maybe your work life is thriving, but your wellness routines are slipping. Identify where more care is needed.

  • What Are My Priorities This Year?
    Get clear on what matters most — relationships, routines, peace of mind, or personal goals. Focus fuels progress.

  • What Am I Ready to Let Go Of to Create Space for Growth?
    Growth often requires release. Think: perfectionism, comparison, unrealistic expectations. Letting go creates room for something better.

  • What Routines Do I Want to Establish or Strengthen?
    Routines create rhythm. Whether it’s a consistent AM/PM routine, fitness habit, or meal planning system, decide what habits will support the version of you you're becoming.

  • What Challenges Might I Face and How Will I Overcome Them?
    Name your obstacles, then prepare with intention.
    Example: If you tend to procrastinate when overwhelmed, plan to break tasks into smaller steps and set firmer boundaries with your time.

  • What Am I Looking Forward To This Year?
    Don’t forget to dream! What are you excited about — trips, milestones, new opportunities? Let joy be your motivator.


Together, these two sections — Define Yourself and Define Your Year — set the tone not just for what you’ll do this year, but for who you’ll become while doing it.

So take your time. Be honest. Be bold. And remember: this isn’t a checklist. It’s a guide you can return to anytime you need to realign or re-enter.

Thanks for walking through it with us.
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And as always,
Keep navigating each day with purpose.