How I Plan My Week to Keep My Peace (Not Lose My Mind)
If I’m being honest, I didn’t start planning because I loved organization. I started planning because my life felt like a constant cycle of overwhelm, burnout, and trying to catch up.
Motherhood. Work. Business. House. Relationships. Healing. Managing emotions. Fitness goals. Nutrition. Bills. Appointments. Self-care.
It started to feel like too much — because it was too much.
For a long time, I thought I just needed to “work harder” or “be more disciplined.” But the truth was simpler:
I needed structure.
I needed clarity.
I needed something to help me slow down long enough to think straight.
So I created my own system — and eventually, my planner — which is now the foundation of my weekly routine.
Here’s how I plan my week so I stay grounded, not overwhelmed:
1. I Start With My Non-Negotiables
These are the things that set the tone of my week: appointments, school drop-offs, work obligations, content days, deadlines, fitness goals, and anything that cannot be moved.
Putting these in first removes stress because nothing surprises me later.
My time is already accounted for, and my brain can finally stop trying to mentally juggle everything.
2. I Check in With Myself Emotionally
Some weeks I’m in hustle mode — motivated, energetic, ready to grind.
Other weeks, I need softness.
I need rest.
I need slower mornings.
I need to schedule time alone.
Asking myself, “How am I feeling, really?” changed my entire approach to planning.
3. I Map Out My Fitness + Wellness
I pencil in workouts like appointments.
I plan simple meals I can actually stick to.
I track my hydration, steps, and habits.
Not to restrict myself — but to support myself.
4. I Assign Light Daily Tasks
Instead of overloaded to-do lists, I give each day a theme:
• Monday: Reset
• Tuesday: Work
• Wednesday: House
• Thursday: Errands
• Friday: Prep
It keeps my home and life running without feeling like I’m drowning.
5. I Always Add Something Just for Me
One thing.
One moment.
One small piece of joy.
A cup of coffee alone.
A skincare night.
A solo Target run.
A walk.
A nap.
Something that reminds me I am still a person, not just a caretaker or machine.
My planner keeps me grounded, but it also keeps me connected to myself.
Peace doesn’t happen by accident — it happens by design.