Personally I like when you show us your working out and why you are trying a certain system, and that if that system doesn't work out switch to something else. Do what brings you joy. That's what this hobby is all about.

Life has seasons and what worked for you last year, might not work for you this year. I feel you...I was in the Weeks for years and bc I needed more space to track certain health issues and do memory keeping this year, I decided to try the a6 Hon. I both like it and hate it. I like the square format but the lack of the weekly view and the new sanzen paper is driving me crazy with my fountain pens. I will stick it out until the end of the year bc I just like having everything in 1 book, but I started thinking abt switching planners... in March! This has never happened before.😬 now I'm wondering if I should just get a blank notebook next year or get the Cousin. It occupies my thoughts too often tbh.

What we need changes so often, it's completely normal to flutter between several planners because what worked for us in January might not work for us in July! And if you feel in October, you have to move back, that is absolutely your prerogative! Don't be so hard on yourself. I love your videos!! I change my planning style every 3 weeks - and I let it happen, because confinement is the killer of creativity.

I’m usually a lurker and don’t really comment (which I’m trying to get better about!🙈) but I really wanted to let you know that I enjoy watching your content regardless of what book you’re in - and my favourite is probably seeing you experiment with rings tbh. I think if planners are your hobby then it’s natural to want to hop about and you shouldn’t feel guilty for that. I watch for you and to hear your thought processes and feel inspired by your layouts rather than for a specific brand of book you may be in. I’ve tried to force myself to use Hobonichi for 2 years now as I love their products, but I realised this year that it’s too structured for me. I’ve personally moved back into a TN and found peace there, but I was using rings earlier this year and really loved the freedom of it. Go with your heart!

You do you 🤷🏼‍♀️ TFS

I started a ring planner mostly because of you and watching your videos. I have done bullet journal and happy planners mostly and I am happy with rings and if I want a side journal I have a cheep one I got from the dollar store to p;ay around in. we have to do what makes us happy I will still watch either way

I wish you would do a video on just your pens! lol what pens you use and why and how they look in the Hobonichi’s. 📖✒️🖊️

Planning is so incredibly personal, and it isn't always linear, that's for sure. I used a Hobonichi Cousin for over 2 years, and I thought it would be the end-all for me as far as planners go. I found myself back in a bullet journal this year. In theory, the Cousin should be all I need, but something is missing when I am there. I found it when I went back to my bullet journal, and it simply had the next blank page unlocked so much. I am glad you have decided to do what you need! Plus, it will be great no matter what you choose because your pages are always cute! I will always watch your videos no matter!

Are you recording your thoughts about your experience with each system ? That helps me a lot

Fjällräven kånken is a fantastic bag backpack 🎒 so lightweight and comfortable

This video has a “I’m a bit tipsy, but I’m going to film anyway, and have fun with it” kind of vibe - I love it! 😄

I agree with all the "follow your heart" comments - lean into the joy! While rings are not for me, I LOVE viewing your rings content because of how creative and experimental you are in them. It does not feel 'wash, rinse, repeat' at all. You definitely seem happiest there as of late. I was going to suggest the idea of sticking to rings for daily use, then aesthetically "backfilling" a bound system as you felt like it since the tactile play is such a part of the hobby for you. (Maybe the same net result, but a different mindset?) But sounds like you got there by the end of the video. So yes, love this direction.

You’ve been a big inspo for me with your layouts and how you organize your data/thoughts - that being said I think your system is rather solid, just the “house” it belongs in can vary from day to day for your needs. Like how we change what we wear from day to day depending on the weather. I believe your system is consistent, but where it likes to stay is not - AND THAT IS OKAY! Cut yourself some slack, do what you feel is good in the moment, and have fun 🫶🏻

You know what your heart is telling you. Planning and journaling is such a personal preference thing. You don't owe your viewers 30 days of your life if the thing you are doing doesn't bring you joy. Life is too short to waste 30 days in an unnecessary struggle. I enjoy your channel so much that I will watch it no matter what tools you use. Follow your heart to your joy.

Lindsey, I hope you don’t take this the wrong way but as someone who struggles with mental health, your current situation seems like you’re trying to cover something else going on in your life with planners. I really hope you get help and don’t continue to force yourself through making content that you’re obviously not into making. I’ve been your patreon as well and I have seen that area of your social media struggle as well. You stopped working on your shop content and your videos have an anxiety in them i don’t enjoy. I come to these videos for peace and distraction in my chaotic mind and life and I can feel you struggling. I respectfully will stop watching your content. I can’t continue to not address what I am sure other people have noticed in your content. You deserve the space to figure things out and I think it’s pretty obvious you’re not giving that to yourself by forcing content on any social media platform. Sending you love and best wishes from California 💕

I’m in thrall of your handwriting. Have you always “skewered” words on the line (I don’t know how else to describe it)? The vertical spacing is gorgeous; you don’t get the same effect when words “sit” on the line.

Wait. You have dogs? 👀 😂

personal rings for planning and hobonichi a6 (or cousins) for memory keeping ?

Not a quitter. You are experimenting. I am back in personal rings. It is so easy to experiment with different set ups, without messing up a whole book.

I think everyone will just be happy for you to use whatever you like! If it’s not working then you have options. Just be happy 🤍

I feel like your latest videos is a lot of “explaining why”, girl you don’t need to explain anything to anyone! You are thinking it too much! Just enjoy your journey! ❤

Life is filled with things that confine us. Don’t have your hobby be one of those things!

You should do what gives you the most satisfaction and organization! I'm with you! I love the look of the Hobonichi weeks, but have found my happy place in A6 rings. I love your videos no matter what you choose!

Lindsey don’t worry about feeling like a quitter I stick two two systems. My pocket tn for on the go reference my functional calendar and dailies and also a disc planner I go thru many sizes for the big reference and my medical wellness stuff (it’s like how sleepy notes club refers to heavy planning) I am having one heck of a time figuring out what is enough or too much room

Lindsay do what feels good for you. Your videos are about you and your journey and I love watching them whatever planner you use. You are a great content creator. ❤

I think that it’s also hard because it seems like ring planners are trending right now too. (At least on my feeds) 😅 but do what feels good right away, don’t wait until August. If you’re a rings queen in this season of life then don’t take that from yourself 😇. I’d like to add to that comment you shared too as a subscriber of yours that I like your content for your creativity and how you set up your planners and journals. I couldn’t care less what planner system you use to do that in( respectfully speaking). 😊 I enjoy your thought process and formatting skills.😇 and your handwriting let’s be real! 😄. So get back in that rings girly! Yolo! 😅

“I love playing with planners.” That’s what I heard you say and it is your statement of purpose! ❤ Choose what you enjoy. We are here to be with you on the journey.

I recently moved into rings and went back and forth with the archive “satisfaction” too and something that really helped me was telling myself that I won’t have anything to archive if I’m not happy/consistent with the current system. It’s like the chicken or the egg 😂 I much rather have a good system and shotty archive than a shotty system and good archive. I think you should follow your gut! If the challenge is something you think would benefit your future planning then maybe stick it out, if not just go with your gut 💕

Be interested to know if you get a pocket system and, if so, how you get on with it. Like you, I struggle with the portability/handbag issue so my Personal Filofax stays at home. I carry an A6 lined notebook but I've had to put in a list of all future appointments so I know if I'm available to book anything plus I have this week plus the next 3 weeks plans (appts & tasks). It is mostly working but wonder if it could be cleaner/better. Toying with getting a pocket Filo but worried about double updating, what to keep once and what to duplicate.

Babes, it's ok to not be consistent. Your content is not strictly about your planners having (physical) consistency, it's about your ideas, new systems, your mind. It's alright, use them as you see fit and show how it fits.

Omgggg, which brand is this black pen?

What size extra bands to purchase for a passport or personal size? Love your videos.

Beautiful video! What do you use to keep the lines straight in the blank journals, like the MD cream coloured notebook?

I really enjoyed this video and am looking forward to the series.

I love anything you are in! haha. I won't be joining you this time! MAYBE. I love A6.

I'm just getting into this channel and cracking up seeing things like East Pole and local places I recognize. Really appreciate all the information even though I'm coming at this from a business approach.

A6 Techo previous years flip through!! I look forward to seeing that.

I just started an a5 day free about a week ago and I love love love it. I agree with you about needing the flexibility the day free offers.

I feel the same and that is why I got back to my digital bullet journal. I miss paper but I love that I can reuse everything over and over again and change the layout and theme so easy😊

Are you in the Twin Cities? If so and you ever want to meet up for a planning/journaling thing at a coffee shop, hit me up! I have exactly zero planner friends in real life!

Hopping on the 30-day challenge. Since I’m moving back into an EC on July 1st, I’m hoping I won’t be bored in the first 30 days. 😂

I always perk up when you come back to Hobonichi! I've tried TN and rings and cannot stick to it. Thanks for going back to this. What cover are you using? I think i missed it. Welcome back and enjoy your getaway.

Do you have a longer in detail video of this setup?

Yay! I love the Hobonichi Weeks, it is small enough that it's not overwhelming, but functional so everything gets done!

I love it when you go back to the Hobonichi Weeks.

Love these vlogs! I get some really good ideas from watching and hearing about your planning process. Thanks for sharing! Looking forward to the next one!😊

I was wondering where you went! Welcome back! :D I've also switched back to a Hobonichi Weeks (Shihai Sumire) with a clear cover, and I remember why I stayed in the Weeks for as long as I did. I love its simplicity while still staying functional! It's also slim so it fits easily in my sling bag. And I know what you mean about planner hopping- the adventurous side of me wants to try out a new planner/system (looking at you Take A Note), but being back in the Weeks just feels like home~ For next year, I do intend to switch to the Weeks Mega for the extra pages. I do miss the more creative daily page spreads from my Traveler's Passport, which is probably why I'm itching to try other planners xD TLDR: Welcome back, Lindsey! I hope you get that structure and safe/home-feeling with being back in your Hobonichi Weeks! :)

Same!!! I’m joining you!🎉

I swear by page flags for chores, especially weekly/monthly! They are so handy and add a bit of color to a bland task list (for me) :)