Glow & Grow

There’s something oddly calming about seeing your week laid out in colors. Not in a chaotic rainbow kind of way, but a thoughtfully color-coded system that helps your brain breathe a little easier. Whether you’re managing meetings, planning dinners, juggling deadlines, or just trying to remember what day the preschool snack box is due—visual clarity matters. And color-coding might be the unsung hero of a better, calmer week.

Color-coding works because your brain recognizes visual cues faster than words.
A flash of yellow can mean focus time. Blue might signal deep work. Green? Something energizing.

It’s not about making your calendar beautiful (although that’s a bonus)—it’s about teaching your brain to quickly sort what’s coming next without having to reread every detail.

How to Start Without Overthinking It
You don’t need twelve colors, just a few that reflect the main categories of your life:
– One for work
– One for personal
– One for family
– One for deep thinking or creation time
– One for “must not miss” things like appointments or reset rituals

If you’re using Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, or even a physical planner, choose your palette and label each one clearly. The goal is quick mental recognition, especially when you’re low on energy.

It’s Not Just for Calendars
To-do lists? Same principle. Assign a color to energy levels or urgency:
– Green: quick wins
– Orange: deep focus
– Purple: creative joy

Use whatever tools you love—highlighters, sticky notes, digital tags. When you see the color, your brain already knows the vibe.

Folders work too, especially if you’re managing different roles. Assign colors to projects, personal goals, or recurring themes. Less clicking, less thinking, less stress.

Why This Works (Especially for Busy, Creative Brains)
This method is kind to neurodiverse thinkers, sensitive folks, or anyone who finds traditional planning too rigid. You’re creating gentle structure—with room to shift.

Seasons change. Life changes. Your colors can too.

Try It Today
I created a printable color code template to help you build your own system. It’s just a starting point—customize it freely. You’ll be surprised how a few well-placed colors can shift your week.

Want a digital version? Printable stickers? A sneak peek at my own color-coded Sunday routine? Let me know—I’d love to share.

Because when your day looks a little more yours, everything else flows a bit better too.