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If you have been wondering whether the Annual Planner and the 12-Week Planner are the same product, or whether one is simply a shorter version of the other, you are not alone.

They are not the same.
And one is not a condensed version of the other.

They are designed to do different jobs, at different levels of planning.
Understanding this distinction is the key to choosing the right planner and, for many people, building a system that actually works.

After more than 15 years in elite sport, I learned this the hard way.
High performance is not about pushing harder. It is about structure.

For years, I believed success came from more grind, more discipline, and more intensity. That belief is common in high-performance environments. It is also what leads many people to burn out.

Across seasons where contracts were on the line, form was under scrutiny, and expectations never dropped, I saw a clear pattern. The athletes and leaders who lasted were not always the most confident or motivated. They were the most structured.

Motivation rises and falls. Confidence wavers. Systems hold.

This blog explores what sustained high performance actually requires, why habits and values matter more than intensity, and how building the right structure allows you to perform consistently, even when self-doubt is present.

If you are tired of pushing harder and still feeling stuck, this perspective may change how you approach performance entirely.

At the beginning of the year, Marty and I rewrote our values and set a clear three-year vision, not because anything was wrong, but because we wanted to live and work with intention. What followed wasn’t a perfectly planned year, but one shaped by alignment, connection, and security. Life threw curveballs, the path shifted, and clarity wasn’t always available — but the outcomes we cared about remained clear. This is a story about values-led planning, trusting yourself when the way forward feels uncomfortable, and how simple systems, reflection, and intentional environments can guide decisions when the plan changes.

We wanted to create something that mattered.”

That’s what brought Salt Lab and Not Stationary together.

Rooted in science, sustainability, and systems that support the whole human- this collaboration was born from shared values and a mutual desire to help people slow down, reset, and reconnect.

The 90-Day Sleep Journal is Salt Lab’s exclusive gift with purchase- designed in partnership with Not Stationary as a practical, powerful way to honour your rest and build rituals that last.

Together, we’ve created a tool to help you wind down with intention, restore your rhythm, and get back to what truly matters: your wellbeing.

📖 Read the story behind the collab and discover why we believe in Salt Lab’s mission as deeply as our own.

The Power of a Monthly Reset - Why November Matters

November isn’t the end of the year - it’s the pause before the next chapter begins.

It’s a moment to slow down, reflect on what’s worked, and realign with what matters most before the rush of a new year. Because how you close this chapter determines how you’ll begin the next.

In coaching psychology, this is known as the Fresh Start Effect - our brain’s natural motivation when time gives us a clean slate. The secret isn’t waiting for January; it’s learning to use these moments now, intentionally.

A monthly reset helps you reconnect with your values, refine your goals, and recommit to habits that bring you closer to the life you want.

This November, give yourself 30 minutes to reset - not from pressure, but from awareness.

✨ Read the full blog to explore the framework, the science, and the tools that make resetting simple.

Discover how to craft your Power Statement — a one-line, purpose-driven goal-setting tool rooted in coaching psychology and NLP — to unlock clarity, purpose, and unstoppable motivation.

If you’ve ever felt unmotivated, stuck, or chasing goals that don’t fulfill you, you’re not alone. The real reason might surprise you. Most people set goals without understanding their deeper values. But aligning your goals with your core values isn’t just a feel-good strategy — it’s a game-changer for clarity, motivation, and lasting success. In this article, we explore the importance of values in goal setting, how science supports it, and why starting with your "why" transforms your entire path forward. Whether you’re planning your next quarter or defining your big vision, this values-first approach will bring you home to what truly matters.

An unforgettable Brisbane night of purpose, presence, and people, where we launched the first edition of Tiny Moments Conversation Cards in partnership with Affinity Diamonds.

This wasn’t just a product launch. It was a celebration of connection, collaboration, and the courage to start meaningful conversations.

In a world that constantly asks for more, sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is pause.

This blog shares the story of our Ritual Reset — a three-day escape to Shambhala in Byron Bay, where we grounded ourselves through intentional rituals, magnesium support from Salt Lab, and a sleep routine anchored by our 21-Day Ritual Reset Tracker. It’s not about perfection — it’s about presence. And remembering that rest isn’t a reward. It’s a return to self.