There is a strong link between the activity we do and having purpose and meaning. When we don’t plan our day to day activity we can start to lose our sense of purpose, which then affects our emotional wellbeing. Outlined below are five reasons why activity planning will be important for you in 2025:
- Activity planning will help you manage your routine and daily tasks
Do you ever feel like you can’t face the day when you wake up? That’s where planning your activity comes in. When you organise your tasks and set priorities, you can focus on what really matters. Planning activity helps you use your time and energy more wisely, so you’re not wasting your time on tasks that are not important.
- It helps reduce stress and feelings of being overwhelmed
Life can feel chaotic when you don’t have direction. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by everything you need to do. Planning your activities is like creating a roadmap that makes daily tasks manageable. Knowing what’s ahead can give you peace of mind and help you tackle tasks with confidence.
- Planning activity helps you make decisions
When you plan ahead, you give yourself the chance to think things through instead of making rushed decisions. Activity planning helps you figure out what’s most important and set realistic deadlines.
- It helps you with work-life balance
Activity planning isn’t just about getting things done, but it’s also about making space for what matters most. By organising your tasks and setting clear boundaries, you can avoid the trap of overworking or letting work start to occupy your personal time. A good plan helps you prioritise your responsibilities, while making time for family, friends, hobbies, and rest. When you’re intentional about how you spend your time, it’s easier to achieve a healthy balance and feel more fulfilled in both your work and personal life.
- It helps you achieve your goals
We all have big dreams, but sometimes they can feel so far away. Activity planning connects your daily tasks to your long-term goals. When you plan your daily activity, you are making real progress towards your long-term goals. For guidance on setting goals, check out our goal setting guide.
You can start planning your activities through a process called activity scheduling. Using an activity schedule helps you plan and commit to your activity. It also helps you start to recognise the patterns between the activity that you do and how you feel. Gathering this information can help you to see what sort of activities give you a sense of meaning and purpose.
You can start developing a routine by planning activities. Check out our activity planner for support with planning activities. For guidance on using the activity planner, check out the video below.