October 17th Planner (Quality Time with Loved Ones)
A little time with your favorite people may be just what you need as the nights get darker. Today’s October 17th daily planner is full of suggestions to try.
Visit a corn maze with loved ones, or keep things indoors and cozy with a board game night at home. You could also host a brunch, or try some simple creative activities with your favorite people.
Find the planner, recipes, and more throughout the article.
Daily Planner for October 17
Inspiration and Positivity
Inspirational Message: Some days, good food and good company are all you need.
Wake-Up Song: “The Middle” Jimmy Eat World
Positive Thought: The best thing about this week was…
Spooky Song: “Halloween Theme – Main Title” John Carpenter
Meal Ideas
Lunch: Avocado, Tomato, and Mozzarella Salad
Dinner: Chicken Milanesa with Fries
Cleaning and Decluttering
Decluttering: Declutter zone 6 for 15-30 min.
Fun Activities
Time in Nature: Visit a corn maze.
Self-Care: Host game night with friends at home.
Romantic Idea: Make their favorite brunch dish at home.
Kindness Idea: Leave an encouraging note for a friend or loved one.
Doodling Idea: Zombie dog.
Watercoloring Idea: Sandals to boots.
Conversation and Self-Improvement
Deep Conversation: A change in where you live/lived that was for the better.
15-Min Self-Improvement: Do a simple creative activity for 15 minutes (painting, doodling, journaling).
Journaling and Creativity Challenge for October 17
Get the October 17th journaling and creativity printable here.
Morning: Simple positives of moving into fall.
Positive Thought: The best thing about this week was…
One-Word: Wisdom.
Introspection: What makes you feel appreciated.
Gratitude for People: A reunion that brought you a lot of joy.
Gratitude for the Present: Conversations or interactions that uplifted you.
Making the Most of the Year: Ways you can acknowledge the year and what you’ve done.
Self-Care: One experience you loved this week.
Evening: Things you’re proud of to have achieved this week.
Doodling Idea: Zombie dog.
Watercoloring Idea: Sandals to boots.
