Topic: The Power of Planning in Recovery

In this episode of The Sober By Design podcast, Corey Hennings shares how planning has been a critical tool in his personal recovery journey. He walks listeners through the progression of his planning process, from focusing on small, daily goals to eventually planning on a yearly scale.

1. 24-Hour Planning in Early Sobriety
   • Corey reflects on how, in the early days of sobriety, focusing on just one day at a time helped him stay grounded.
   • This approach minimized overwhelm and kept him focused on the immediate tasks that supported his recovery.
2. Weekly Planning Framework
   • Once he gained more stability, Corey transitioned into weekly planning.
   • Big Priorities: Focus on the most important tasks that align with long-term goals (e.g., work, recovery meetings, self-care).
   • Minor Priorities: Address smaller but still necessary tasks that support the bigger goals.
   • Follow-up: Corey's weekly planning involves reviewing and ensuring nothing gets missed, and adjusting as necessary.
3. Habit Tracking
   • Habit tracking has been an essential tool for him to ensure positive behaviors stick and old, harmful habits don’t creep back in.
4. Yearly Planning
   • Corey compares his yearly planning process to typical New Year's resolutions, but with a more grounded and intentional approach.
   • Instead of vague or overly ambitious resolutions, he focuses on setting actionable, measurable goals for the year.
   • Planning the year gives him a clear sense of direction, aligning both his personal and professional objectives with his recovery goals.

Resources Mentioned:

• Hard Cover Planner: https://www.amazon.com/Schedule-Notebook-Planning-Calendars-Organizers/
• Soft Cover Planner: https://www.amazon.com/Schedule-Notebook-Planning-Calendars-Organizers/

Media:

Book: Divine Audacity

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Music: Goose "Give It Time"

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