One Book July // Daily Duo, Hobonichi, Leuchtturm1917, or Pen + Gear

Join me as I ramble through my choices for One Book July. I really did leave it to the last minute, lol.
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[@LifewithLisaAnn]

You have that little Pen & Gear set up so cute! It’s hard isn’t, when we love all the options! I’m in a similar situation with my system, and always seem to come back to rings. I have been watching Planning with Kay, and all her A5 bullet journal setups, and I love the whole concept, but can’t ever seem to stick with a bound book. I’m not sure I could fit every section I like to have in a book, to make it make sense…..I would most likely do B6 or B6 slim, and put it in a TN. That way I could still keep a resource insert (so I’m not copying everything over and over), and 12 month insert. UGH, decisions! Loved the video, thanks for sharing! ❤

[@mybookishagenda]

Yes to the resource insert! This is why I struggle with bound books because there are certain things I need year round and I don't want to copy the same info over and over again. But then, if I do two separate books, I might as well stay in rings. Blergh, lol.

[@LifewithLisaAnn]

@@mybookishagenda 😁

[@panda9008]

Have you considered printing inserts on precut/prepunched paper? It doesn't really save paper but it does cut out a ton of work of cutting and punching while still giving you the customization you want.

[@mybookishagenda]

This is a great idea. I've tried precut A5 inserts a few years back but they kept getting caught in my printer and it was maddening, lol. I've since changed printers so maybe I'll try precut paper again. Thank you! And thanks for watching! :)

[@l.legrys9568]

New subscriber! So glad I found your channel. Love your spirit and your support for the trans and LGBTQ community. Looking forward to seeing more of your videos! 😊

[@graciered63]

It seems you began with one book. 🤷‍♀️ It does seem you are enjoying the thought of changing it up… Thanks for sharing the options! I’m going with the 4x6 dollar notebook. :-)

[@mybookishagenda]

Oh, my personal rings is my EDC. I have several other planners not featured in this video. But you are right - I do love experimenting! Thanks for watching! :)

[@LifewithLisaAnn]

If you do a setup in the A5 bujo, I’d love to see a PWM on that if it works out!

[@mybookishagenda]

Spoiler, I completely setup the Leuchtturm and I think that's what I'm going to use. Planning to do a full flip-through on it. :)

[@LifewithLisaAnn]

@@mybookishagenda I look forward to the flip!!!

[@Jane42.]

Love your reading journal mixed into your planner. So fun. I need to go watch more of your videos to see if you have a walk through of how you use the reading tracker pages and lists and all those goodies. I think you should go for the Leuchtturm!

[@mybookishagenda]

Spoiler - I did go with the Leuchtturm! Going to record a flip-through on Friday. :) Thanks for watching!

[@taranickoledesigns3340]

Excited to see what you choose!

[@mybookishagenda]

Video with a full flip-through is coming tomorrow! 😃

[@taranickoledesigns3340]

@@mybookishagenda yayyyy!

[@thekatplans]

couldnt you use the binding machine on any A5 printables you wanted for the notes/tracking section of the daily duo? 🧐food for thought!

[@mybookishagenda]

I am so embarrassed to say that I never even thought of that, lol. ::facepalm:: 😂😂 This is a great idea!

[@thekatplans]

@@mybookishagenda 🤣🤣🤣 glad i could help! i think that would make it a frontrunner! could then deco it up like the little spiral notebook.

[@waggermama]

Could you print weeklies and then just use lined or graph paper for dailies? Some of the paper Filofax or Moterm give as part of their package? My diyfish weeklies are literally three pieces of paper a month

[@mybookishagenda]

Yes, I could definitely try this. I think I get too caught up in having all the pages look the same, when in reality, scrap paper will do! Thank you for watching and commenting. :)

[@bbodalski]

I’m trying to squeeze into a cousin but this makes me think…hmmmm should I return to the 1917 😂

[@mybookishagenda]

I did end up going with the 1917 and while it's only been a week, so far it's been great! I am not sure if I can make the pages last the entire year, but I think it will be a fun challenge.

[@FallingIntoTheBasement]

ngl but whenever I have to cut paper to exact size, my body gets all stressed out and I would get low on spoons quite fast 😢

[@mybookishagenda]

THIS. SO MUCH THIS.

[@seekingcelestialgrace]

I don't think I'll ever understand why we follow trends in this community that don't align with us or the way our brains work. One Book July assumes that the way we compartmentalize our thoughts and creativity is wrong and causes internal chaos when, in fact, it keeps our brain organized and our emotions balanced. Don't choose one if you can't choose one; go against the grain and forget about One Book July. Just another silly trend in this stationery space.

[@mybookishagenda]

Hi and thank you for watching and taking the time to comment! I don't think that One Book July is a trend per se, as it is in its 11th year, but I understand the sentiment. I do know what works for me in terms of what my planner/journal needs to have in it for me to function, but at the same time, I like trying new things. I like seeing if my "system" would work in other layouts, and I like sharing that journey in case it sparks an idea for someone else. :) In the end, the One Book July challenge is just that - a challenge for myself to try something new.

[@seekingcelestialgrace]

@@mybookishagenda Oh, I wasn't criticizing you! I was just hoping to offer support to you -- or others who read this -- that there is nothing wrong with using many planners and journals, and one book is not superior for your emotional or mental organization, despite what those who started this say! No Science to back that up, and we have to align with what works with us. Glad you're aligning to the challenge if it feels new and fun to you!!

[@my.bookish.agenda]

@@seekingcelestialgrace no worries! I know tone can get lost in text, so I hope my response didn't come off as rude. My reply was so I could offer a bit of insight into why I'm trying this challenge. I do love all my planners, lol, but I'm hoping this month clears my brain a bit and gives me a break from planner hopping so much.