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Itzler Annual Planning System
A three-step system for intentional year planning: getting light (decluttering), closing out the previous year (reflection and gratitude), and setting one year-defining goal (misogi).
How It Works
Creates momentum through small actions, provides closure on the past year, and focuses energy on one major accomplishment rather than scattered goals.
Components
Get light: declutter physical and digital spaces, cancel unused subscriptions
Close out your year: personal audit, create highlight reel, write thank you letters
Set misogi: choose one year-defining challenge or accomplishment
When to Use
At year-end when you want to plan the upcoming year intentionally rather than reactively. Best for people who feel overwhelmed by multiple priorities and want to focus their energy.
When Not to Use
When you're in crisis mode and need immediate tactical solutions, or when you prefer spontaneous living without structure.
Anti-Patterns to Avoid
Example
“A busy entrepreneur with multiple businesses declutters their office and phone, reviews their accomplishments from the past year, writes thank you notes to key people, then commits to running their first marathon as their 2026 misogi.”