Mid-Year Reset: It’s Never Too Late to Start Planning Intentionally

It’s never too late to start planning. We’ve all been there—halfway through the year, realizing our January goals have somehow gotten lost in the shuffle of daily life. Maybe you started strong but gradually drifted away from your intentions, or perhaps life threw unexpected challenges your way. The good news? July offers the perfect opportunity for a mid-year reset, and the Abundantly More Daily Planner is designed specifically to help you recalibrate and finish the year strong.

Why Mid-Year is the Perfect Time to Reset

Since creating the Abundantly More Daily Planner, I have enjoyed starting a new planner in July and looking forward to the rest of the six months ahead. Planning in July to reach my goals by the end of the year hits different from planning in January. There’s so much energy, fun and excitement that comes with planning in July. Summer is a great time to refresh and reset. There’s something psychologically powerful about the halfway point. With six months behind you and six ahead, you have:

• Enough experience to know what’s working and what isn’t

• Sufficient time to make meaningful changes before year-end

• Fresh perspective that comes from taking a moment to pause and reflect

The mid-year point offers a natural pause button—a chance to step back from the daily grind and reassess your direction. It’s not about beating yourself up for goals unmet, but rather celebrating progress made and strategically adjusting your course.

How to Conduct Your Mid-Year Reset with the Abundantly More Daily Planner

Step 1: Reflect on the First Half

Begin by setting aside 30-60 minutes of uninterrupted time with your planner. Turn to the monthly reflection pages and ask yourself:

• What have been my biggest wins so far this year?

• Which habits have served me well?

• What challenges have I faced, and what have they taught me?

• Where have I been spending my time and energy?

Use the one-line journal feature to scan back through the past months and notice patterns or themes. This retrospective view provides valuable insights into what deserves your focus moving forward.

Step 2: Revisit Your Core Values and Intentions

Return to your yearly goals page and ask:

• Do these goals still align with my values and what matters most?

• Which goals energize me when I think about them?

• Are there goals I need to release or modify based on what I’ve learned?

The Abundantly More Planner’s focus on joyful exploration this month (wait for next week’s post) creates the perfect environment to reevaluate with a sense of adventure rather than obligation. Maybe create fun family goals or more personal goals like trips or DIY projects.

Step 3: Create a Refreshed Roadmap

Now comes the exciting part—mapping the second half of your year:

• Monthly Calendar Pages: Block out important dates, deadlines, and commitments for the remaining months

• Habit Tracker: Identify 2-3 key habits that will create the most positive impact

• Priority Planning: Set specific, achievable milestones for each month ahead that aligns with the next year to five years.

Remember to use the mental health check-in components to ensure your plan supports your overall wellbeing, not just productivity.

Step 4: Design Your Daily Reset Ritual

Consistency is key to maintaining momentum after your reset. Create a simple daily practice using your planner:

• Morning: Spend 5 minutes reviewing your top 3 priorities and setting intentions

• Evening: Take 3 minutes to record gratitude and reflect on what went well

• Weekly: Schedule a 15-minute Sunday planning session to prepare for the week ahead. (don’t tell my pastor but I usually do this during the church service. A bad habit but it helps me focus better on the sermon)

The structured format of the Abundantly More Planner makes this ritual simple to maintain, helping you stay connected to your refreshed intentions. Give the Abundantly More Daily Planner a try by downloading sample pages below.

Overcoming Common Mid-Year Reset Challenges

“I feel guilty about abandoned resolutions.”

Use the Scripture & Affirmations sections to practice self-compassion. Remember that progress isn’t linear, and your worth isn’t tied to your productivity. The planner’s reflection prompts can help you reframe “failure” as valuable feedback.

“I’m not sure where to start.”

Begin with the planner’s monthly review format. This structured approach guides your thinking and prevents overwhelm. Focus on just one area that would create the most positive ripple effect in your life.

“I’ve lost my motivation.”

In the next blog post we are going to talk about how to incorporate fun and joy in planning ahead. Focusing on these elements of planning may bring the spark back. The planner’s creative prompts can help you approach your goals with curiosity rather than pressure.

Making Your Mid-Year Reset Stick

The real magic of a mid-year reset isn’t in the planning itself but in the daily follow-through. Here’s how the Abundantly More Planner supports lasting change:

• Visual Progress Tracking: The habit tracker provides immediate feedback on your consistency

• Accountability Structure: Weekly reflection pages help you course-correct before small deviations become permanent detours

• Mindset Support: Daily gratitude practices and affirmations strengthen your resilience when challenges arise

Remember, the goal isn’t perfection but progress. The Abundantly More Planner’s integrated approach to physical, mental, and spiritual wellbeing ensures your reset addresses the whole person, not just your to-do list.

Your Invitation to Begin Again

There’s profound power in giving yourself permission to begin again. Whether you’ve been using your Abundantly More Planner consistently or it’s been gathering dust, today is the perfect day to open to a fresh page.

As you embark on your mid-year reset, remember the planner’s core philosophy: you were created for abundantly more than just checking boxes. You were designed for a life of purpose, joy, and meaningful growth—and it’s never too late to realign with that truth.

Ready to reset? Grab your Abundantly More Daily Planner, set aside some intentional time this week, and give yourself the gift of a fresh start. Your future self will thank you.

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