The humble planner is enjoying a quiet revival. No longer just a home for to-dos or cryptic scribbles, today’s planners and calendars serve a bigger purpose. They inspire, motivate and give us a sense of control in the middle of busy workdays, family time or shared parenting schedules.
These daily planner pads are beautifully illustrated, printed on recycled paper, and sent in plastic-free packaging. Get a good overview of how to plan your day and tick off items on your to-do list. From office projects to getting fit.
This pad has 50 tear-off pages, and a colourful undated design to inspire, by the hour. On one side is your to-do list and the other is a daily schedule from 6am to 8pm, with space for notes to remember.
The Productivity Pad can help with time management. Get realistic by listing maximum 10 to-dos, and how long to spend on each task. This can help you constantly writing to-do lists that never get finished. And lead to burn-out.
It can also help focus on what the most important things to do are, during the day. Dog walks yes, surfing endless Pinterest pins, no!
Brightly designed daily planners, bold wall calendars and thoughtful co-parenting journals are cropping up everywhere, making organisation feel less like a chore and more like self-care.
As people rethink their routines at work and at home, positive planners and calendars are rising in popularity for good reason. Whether you want to boost your wellbeing, make life run smoother, or lower your carbon footprint with a recycled-paper organiser, there’s a planner for everyone.
Let’s explore what sets these tools apart and why they’re winning fans across offices, family homes and co-parenting circles.
Boosting Productivity and Wellbeing
These weekly planner pads are beautifully illustrated, printed on recycled paper, and sent in plastic-free packaging. The pads are week-to-view for a good overview of how to plan your week (or month). They are sold in beautiful designs, to inspire.
There are also planners for work, either on your laptop or for planning your blog and social media content. And to start them early, fun planners for children!
Planners have come a long way from plain, functional notebooks. Today’s positive planners combine structure with motivation. They can bring calm to the chaos of a packed week, keep goals within sight and support mental wellbeing.
Organisation meets encouragement in planners that feature daily prompts, uplifting quotes and space for reflection. These subtle additions set the tone for a productive day, offering more than just a place to write down meetings or appointments. They guide focus, help break big goals into small daily steps and give a sense of progress each time you check off a task.
A 2023 study by the British Psychological Society found that people who planned their weeks in advance reported lower stress. The act of writing things down can quiet racing thoughts and turn vague intentions into clear actions.
Setting and Achieving Goals with Inspiring Planners
Good Tuesday Calendars & Wall Planners are not just beautifully designed with fun colours, but also printed on recycled paper, and sent in plastic-free packaging. Super flexible, you can use these for monthly or yearly planning.
The Playful Planner has a scattered modern type font, you can arrange the 12 monthly A3 planners on the wall together to plan your year, or hang one at a time.
Trying to keep up with the pace of modern life can feel like chasing the wind. Positive planners help people pause, set clear targets and track the steps needed to reach them. It’s like having a personal coach, always reminding you of how far you’ve come and where you want to go next.
Many good planners feature motivational quotes, gratitude prompts or daily wins sections. These help keep spirits high and sharpen focus, especially when you hit a rough patch. Celebrating small wins, recording progress and reading a positive affirmation can flip the tone of a day from stressful to hopeful.
Here’s a quick comparison of common planner features and what they bring:
- Goal Pages: Clarifies purpose and motivation
- Task Lists: Breaks goals into daily actions
- Reflection Prompts: Builds self-awareness and gratitude.
- Weekly Reviews: Tracks progress and adjusts plans
- Affirmation Quotes: Lifts mood, and keep focus sharp
Staying Organised: From Workspaces to Co-Parenting
These planners for co-parenting families are made with recycled paper, beautifully illustrated, and sent in plastic-free packaging.
Many people co-parent these days, and sometimes it can get confusing if children live some of the time with either parent. Especially if parents or children are forgetful!
These planners for ‘children with two homes’ could also be used say for grandparents or friends/relatives who regularly babysit. The 12-month calendar hangs on the wall.
The first two columns show which parent (or carer) is looking after the child. And the third column schedules events, clubs, parties etc.
The designer created this calendar, due to having a daughter who has always liked to know what’s happening each day! You can use this planner with the matching stickers, printed on recycled paper with biodegradable adhesive.
Remember every event with the two sheets, which include fun stickers to mark the start and end of term, birthday parties, inset days and more. This is also a good idea for overwhelmed teachers!
Whether coordinating team tasks, keeping family life ticking or sharing responsibilities with another parent, planners and shared calendars make life manageable.
Office planners keep projects moving, deadlines clear and meeting times visible. Wall planners give everyone a sense of the bigger picture, helping teams and families avoid crossed wires or forgotten events.
Co-parenting planners are a lifeline for separated or blended families. With clear layouts for schedules, pickups, and shared expenses, these planners help avoid miscommunication and reduce stress. Jotting down appointments or notes for your co-parent encourages smoother handovers and less tension.
Real-life examples speak volumes:
- Families use wall calendars for meals, chores, holidays and appointments, so children and parents stay on the same page.
- Work teams rely on shared planners to coordinate launches, deadlines or staff leave.
- Co-parents manage custody schedules and exchange important information in a dedicated, neutral planner.
By making details visible and responsibilities clear, everyone feels seen and supported.
Eco Benefits of Modern Planners
These weekend planner pads are beautifully illustrated, printed on recycled paper, and sent in plastic-free packaging.
Ideal if you like to make the most of your ‘off time’ or have several items on your life bucket list, to get through!
The pink & red pad is ideal for cheering you up and inspiring you, if your weekend plans are to do some DIY jobs.
You can use this to list chores and errands, or make a list of cards you need to write, or zero waste gifts to prepare or buy. Or a list of people to phone and see.
Below, make time for planning out all three days, for a fun and productive weekend. Don’t let the following week sneak up on you.
There is also a dedicated section to remind you to plan your meal prep, grocery list and laundry.
People want products they feel good about. The planner market knows this, with many brands now offering eco-friendly options made from recycled paper or using vegetable-based inks. Choosing a sustainable planner means helping the planet while organising your life.
Buying responsibly made planners and calendars sends a clear message to manufacturers. Small changes in daily purchases can add up to a large positive impact on forests, waste and pollution.
Sustainable Features: Recycled Paper Planners & Calendars
These giant wall planners are beautifully illustrated, printed on recycled paper, and sent in plastic-free packaging.
Get an overview of the entire year, ideal for your office or family. you can find dated ones, or go for undated. In bold bright colours and printed on thick recycled paper, you can hang up each month, or arrange on the wall together for a year view.
You can add a pack of Corner Stickers (two sheets of 120 stickers fit perfectly in the corners of the date grid). Printed with biodegradable adhesive, these also work with calendars and diaries, and include stickers for birthdays, events, appointments, paydays and holidays. The planner stickers include two sheets, with stickers for birthdays, events, appointments, holidays and more.
The Academic Wall Planner is ideal for students and teachers.
The move towards recycled and sustainable materials is making planners less costly for the earth. Recycled paper saves trees and reduces the chemicals needed for bleaching. Many companies have switched to water-based or soy inks, which are less toxic and easier to recycle.
Responsible brands also use minimalist packaging or compostable covers, trimming waste at every stage of production. When we opt for these planners, we help create demand for greener products and encourage other companies to follow suit.
Small changes matter:
- Choose a planner made from 100% recycled paper.
- Look for water-based or soy-based ink logos.
- Support brands with carbon-neutral shipping or plastic-free packaging.
Wipeable Recycled Acrylic Planners
These wipeable wall planners are not just beautifully designed, but are made from recycled acrylic, to use up waste. Just wipe and use again. Made in the UK, and sent in plastic-free packaging, to keep you organised. In the kitchen or office.
This extra large A3 size is an alternative to ugly whiteboards, to organise the family or office team, plan meals or keep track of appointments. Just use with wipeable chalk pens (Posca) or any other wipeable marker pen.
The print is on the back of the planner, so you can use this over and over, without damage. It includes four brass-coloured stand-off fixings (one for each corner). And the acrylic itself is punctured with four holes. Also in a colourful rainbow-style A4 size. And various colours and designs.
Illustrated Recycled Paper Calendars
Good Tuesday is a wonderful brand of recycled office accessories, including dated and undated calendars.
Tidal Waves Birthday Calendar helps you keep all your special days in one place, with an art-inspired slim ocean calendar, with drawings of ocean flows and sunsets. Also in Desert Sun.
Or for your pooch-loving friends, Dogs & Doodles!
There are also beautiful floral calendars:
Community and Connection Through Collaborative Planning
Planning together builds trust and connection. In schools, offices or homes, wall calendars and collaborative planners help people align their goals and rally around shared routines.
Team wall planners in offices create transparency around holidays, meetings or shift rotations. In classrooms, a visible calendar helps children anticipate special events or homework deadlines. For co-parents, keeping an open planner at the handover point means fewer missed messages and more goodwill.
The power lies in the shared space and open communication these tools invite. Routine becomes teamwork, and everyone involved feels in the loop.
Conclusion
Positive planners and inspiring calendars bring more than just order—they offer clarity, boost motivation and make important goals feel achievable. With environmental features now front and centre, choosing a recycled-paper planner can help your routine support the planet too.
Whether you’re juggling a busy office, a full household or the moving parts of co-parenting, the right planner turns chaos into calm and brings people together. Take a closer look at what you need most: structure, inspiration, environmental care or shared planning. There’s a positive planner that fits your world and your values. Why not try one and see the benefits for yourself?
