Planner Talk Podcast is your place to get all things planning related but also your place for business tips, self care talk, mental health chat, interviews with influencers and much much more, from your hosts Vienna Ortiz and Jerodelle Trinidad. Follow us on Instagram @plannertalkpodcast
Summary
In this episode of the Planet Talk Podcast, Vienna Ortiz discusses the feelings of disorientation and overwhelm that often accompany the week between Christmas and New Year. She emphasizes the importance of giving oneself grace during this time, recognizing the pressures of preparing for the new year, and the impact of perfectionism on goal setting. Vienna encourages listeners to embrace fresh starts throughout the year, not just on January 1st, and shares practical tips for maintaining routines and managing holiday stress.
Chapters
00:00 Welcome and Reflections on Time
01:19 The Lost Week: Navigating Post-Christmas Disorientation
04:14 Preparing for the New Year: The Pressure to Change
07:06 Perfectionism and the New Year: Breaking the Cycle
09:53 Fresh Starts: Opportunities Beyond January 1st
12:44 Practical Tips for the Transition to the New Year
16:34 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans
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In this episode of the Planner Talk Podcast, Vienna Ortiz discusses the upcoming trends for 2026 in the planner community, emphasizing the shift towards minimalism and functional layouts. She explores the various types of planners people are using, the importance of choosing the right planner for personal needs, and the question of how many planners one should realistically use. Vienna encourages listeners to embrace their unique planning styles and not feel pressured by trends, highlighting the balance between functionality and enjoyment in planning.
00:00 Welcome and Introduction to 2026 Trends
01:00 Current Trends in the Planner Community
05:13 Choosing the Right Planner for 2026
09:10 How Many Planners Do You Really Need?
13:20 Embracing Personal Preferences in Planning
You’ve officially fallen down the #PlannerTok rabbit hole — welcome! Suddenly your feed is filled with cozy desk setups, sticker hauls, and flawless weekly spreads… but where do you even start? In this episode, we’re breaking down the world of #PlannerTok — why it’s blowing up, what makes the planner community so addictive, and how you can find your place in it without getting overwhelmed (or broke).
From choosing your first planner system to avoiding the common newbie traps, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know to begin your planner journey with confidence. Whether you’re here for the creativity, the organization, or the calm that comes from pen on paper — this is your crash course into the planner world everyone’s talking about.
🎧 Tune in, take notes, and get ready to make your very first plan.
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In this episode of Planner Talk Podcast, Vienna Ortiz explores various planner personalities, discussing how different approaches to planning can align with individual emotional and functional needs. She emphasizes the importance of understanding one's unique planning style, whether it be emotional, functional, systematic, or spontaneous. The conversation encourages listeners to embrace their planning quirks and find joy in the process of organizing their lives.
Timestamps:
5:17 - The System Seeker
9:56 - The Brain Dumper
14:45 - The Feel-Based Planner
17:09 - The Functionalist
20:18 - The Re-Inventor
25:44 - The All Or Nothing Planner
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In this episode, we’re talking about what it really looks like to return to planning after a break—without guilt, pressure, or a total system overhaul. If you’ve been in a slump, feeling stuck, or just quietly avoiding your planner (same), this one’s for you.
I’m sharing the shifts I’m making in my own planning routines, how I’m approaching this next season with softer structure, and why your pause might’ve been part of the plan all along—even if it didn’t feel like it.
Think of this episode as a gentle reset button—for both of us.
✨ You’ll walk away with:
• Mindset shifts around restarting after a break
• Practical ways to re-enter planning without overwhelm
• A cozy reminder that you’re not behind—you’re right on time
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Thank you for listening! In this episode I chat about where to begin if you want to unlock your potential and transform your life. I let you in on my transformation and how I can guide you through yours so you can end your overwhelm, calm your chaos and achieve whatever it is you desire.
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In this episode, talk about the ways overcomplicating and overloading your to do list is affecting you and how you should write your to do list instead.
Here’s what you can expect:
Understanding The Problem of An Overloaded To Do list
Focusing On The Most Important Tasks For Better Results
How I Create My To Do Lists
Tune in to this insightful episode to learn more about how an overloaded to do list can effect you in a negative way, what you can do instead.
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58. A Chat About Journaling & Mental Health with Bonnie from Archer & Olive
In this episode, I sit down with Bonnie, the creative mind behind Archer & Olive, to explore the intersection of journaling and mental health. Join us as we dive into Bonnie's personal journey, the benefits of journaling, and tips for incorporating self-care into a busy lifestyle. Here’s what you can expect:
Introduction to Bonnie and Archer & Olive
The Benefits of Journaling
Bonnie’s Personal Journey and Inspiration
Managing Mental Health and Self-Care
Favorite Journaling Products
Tune in to this insightful episode to learn more about the transformative power of journaling and gain inspiration from Bonnie’s journey with Archer & Olive. Whether you're a seasoned journaler or just starting out, this episode is packed with valuable tips and heartfelt stories that will motivate you to pick up a pen and start writing.