2026 Paper Planner Reviews

New year, new paper planner! Elizabeth breaks down some of her picks for favorite paper planning tools and goes over pros and cons of each on this week’s Circumstance - because we’re all just trying to keep it together and who has time to order planner after planner trying to find the right tool that works for you? Well, apparently Elizabeth because she went on a binge. Her overspending is your gold mine of information.   Planners reviewed:   Best Overall: Laurel Denise Portrait Month + Week Planner - Sunday start https://laureldenise.com/products/2026-the-scout-planner-mr-darcys-study   Best Productivity Tool: Ink + Volt Dashboard  https://inkandvolt.com/products/ink-volt-dashboard-spiral-deskpad   Mantra Journal for Mindset Remapping https://inkandvolt.com/products/ink-volt-mantra-journal?_pos=1&_sid=3eb006bc5&_ss=r?variant=39575194861623   Start Up Journal for new business ventures https://www.leuchtturm1917.us/start-up-journal-stone-blue.html?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=17544426952&gbraid=0AAAAADl6oDSl5Vu03ez8PfN2I7kJlVHzv&gclid=Cj0KCQiApfjKBhC0ARIsAMiR_IsIfvGz0kvGNE9ta_42coPkdGxuQsjxZkQpr5P8LvOAFHblyCZkU6EaAosbEALw_wcB   Daily Reflection Journal https://inkandvolt.com/products/ink-volt-daily-reflection-journal?_pos=1&_sid=2b6198832&_ss=r?variant=40158307123255   Big A$$ Planner (Big Class Calendar appears to not currently be available): https://thebigasscalendar.com/products/planner-backorder-gift     Pop and Circumstance is your go-to podcast to stay in the loop on what’s happening in pop culture, and get a digestible amount of personal growth to help you deal with all of life’s circumstances. Hosted by Elizabeth Martin, a business owner (Southern Supply) and former HR lady, and Hart Morse, an actor (Will Trent, FBI) and writer, these two bring diverse and hilarious experiences, perspectives, and expertise in a relatable, fun to listen to format every Monday and Thursday.    Check us out on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PopandCircPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/popandcircumstancepod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@popandcircpod?lang=en   Our Popsicles are from https://braheartcompany.com/   Miss Otis Regrets painting by Kris Lamorena https://www.krislamorena.com