1. Why the calendar is important
A calendar is more than just a planning tool – it is a central instrument for managing time, energy, and priorities.
Those who manage their calendar consciously reduce stress, gain an overview, and create space for what really matters.
2. Basics & Explanation
- Function: The calendar structures periods of time and makes tasks, appointments, and goals visible.
- Benefits:
- Increases commitment through fixed appointments
- Prevents overload through realistic planning
- Creates clarity about available resources
- Bestforming logic: A calendar is the bridge between vision (SHOULD) and everyday life (IS) – it operationalizes goals.
3. Challenges & Risks
- Overplanning: Too many appointments → lack of flexibility.
- Empty planning: Only mandatory appointments, no time for relaxation or personal goals.
- Multiple systems: Chaos from using paper, apps, and work calendars in parallel.
- No reflection: Planning without review leads to repeated mistakes.
4. Tips & First Steps
- Choose one system: Digital or analog, but stay consistent.
- Set blocks: Schedule deep work, breaks, sports, and relaxation just like meetings.
- Allow buffer times: Leave 5–15 minutes free between appointments.
- Make priorities visible: Highlight important tasks with colors.
- Weekly planning: Create an overview for the next week on Sundays.
5. Your next step
Get the bestforming app and benefit from:
- Integrated calendar for goals, routines, and appointments
- Automatic linking with deep work, movement, and relaxation
- Reminders that help you consistently work on your priorities
This way, your calendar becomes a real management tool for a fulfilling life instead of just a mandatory tool.