NEW Year, new you. Or at least that’s normally the plan.
After all the Christmas festivities and over-indulgence, January is the perfect time of year to reboot and refresh.

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There’s nothing quite like the anticipation of a whole new year ahead and the excitement of what’s to come.
And becoming organised can not only help kick-start January, but also help you prepare and feel cool, calm and collected as we enter 2019.

According to a YouGov survey, the top ten New Year’s Resolutions include eating better, exercising more and learning a new skill – all of which require more spare time and more planning and organisation of our already busy lives.
So, whether you are renowned for resolutions or simply aiming to inject a new lease of life into your routine, getting organised is key to maintaining a healthy balance and keeping focused on your goals.

Leading high street retailer, Ryman Stationery has an array of ideas, suggestions and simple tips to help you keep on track and stay organised for the year ahead.
So, whether it’s a diary, year planner or some home storage solutions that you require, we’ve got your 2019 covered.

Diaries

Stationary, £12 from A Gift From the Gods

There’s a reason why classics go the distance. Paper diaries are the original and some might argue the best way to keep organised day-to-day, week-to-week, month-to-month. Whether an avid long-term user or a newbie who fancies taking the plunge and syncing with their smartphone or tablet diary, you’ll wonder what you did before investing in one of these little gems.

For a touch of floral fun, treat yourself to a Ryman Flexi Ditsy Floral Week to View A5 Diary 2019 (£7.99). The perfect size for your desk or bag, it will add charm to every appointment you jot down.

Stay organised in style with this Ryman Geometric Flush Cut Diary Page a Day A6 2019 (£7.99). Perfect for popping in a handbag or briefcase, it’s the perfect accompaniment, wherever your year may take you.

Missed meetings are a thing of the past. For the business heads amongst you, it’s worth investing in one of these Collins Leadership Appointments Diary Week to View A4 2019 (£10.99). Not only will it serve as a useful desk companion to keep you up-to-date, it will look the part in the office.

When appointments or busy schedules need to be kept confidential, look no further than the Collins Diary Lockable 5 Year (£19.99). Perfect for busy business men and women or for those handling private and hectic agendas.

Go one step further and add your name or initials to your new diary. This Ryman Personalised Soft Cover Week to View A5 2019 Diary with Copper Foil (£14.99). This year is your year.

Organisers and Planners

Planner, £3, Tiger Stores

Organising your family or business can seem daunting, especially after a festive period of celebrations. Coming back to reality needn’t be an unnerving task and the right accessories can see you through the year with a breeze.

Keep your family up to speed with The Organised Family Weekly Planner 2019 (£8.99). Including shopping lists, a storage pocket and tear-off notes, you’ll be sure to nail your frantic schedule, 365 days of the year.

Positive vibes only please. Keep motivated each month with this gorgeous Caroline Gardner Hey You Wall Calendar 2019 (£8.99). Ideal for adorning your walls, whether at home or at work, to add a bit of sparkle to staying organised each month.

You can’t beat a classic and this Ryman Mounted Wall Planner with Pen 2019 (£5.99) will see you through the year with a no-fuss method. Perfect for your home study or office, it’s a great way to stay on top of appointments, annual leave and deadlines.

For a small, but no less mighty planning system, try the Collins Deskline Calendar Week to View 2019 (£10.25). Ideal for placing on your desk to keep you focused and ordered, week to week.

For a more personal approach to planning, why not try a Ryman Suede Effect Journal Notebook Ruled Medium (£9.99)? Featuring 192 lined pages, you’ll be sure to fill your journal with important notes, memoirs and schedules.

Storage Systems

After a lavish Christmas with presents overflowing, home storage can suddenly become not only a priority, but a necessity. Keeping your household tidy and clutter-free is a fabulous way to clear your mind and get your home or office back in order, ready for the new year.

Sometimes bigger is better. This Really Useful Box 35 Litre (£13.99 or 3 for £27.00) provides the perfect storage space for papers, documents or objects that you can’t be without. Available in four colours, this box is guaranteed to suit everyone, whatever your preference.

If a multi-purpose storage solution is what you are after, nothing beats the Really Useful Storage Box 84 Litre Bonus Pack (£29.00). Including five solid, stackable boxes with clip-lock handles, the contents of each box will be contained securely, no matter what you choose to use them for. Featuring one 84L, one 35L, one 9L and two 3L boxes.

Whether you need to get organised at home or at work, you won’t go far wrong with a set of drawers to file and order important documents and files.

Why not add a touch of fun to your organisation with this delightful Really Useful Storage Drawer Unit Pastel 6 x 7 Litre (£29.99). Featuring six drawers, each with a seven-litre capacity, these pretty pastel drawers will make a charming addition to a bedroom, study or office.

For grown up administration, the Bisley Filing Cabinet 2FE 2 Drawer Steel (£269.99) makes the ideal storage solution for papers and files. Perfect for your study, the office or for students needing to keep on top of their work.

Not enough space on your smart phone or tablet to keep all of your files in one place? Use one of these Storage Options 64GB Airstore Personal Cloud Storage (£79.99) to hold items together in once, secure space.

Nowadays, backing up your work and files is a necessary ‘to-do’ and relying on paper can’t always mean your documents are safeguarded. You can rely on the Seagate Expansion Portable External Hard Drive 1TB USB 3.0 (£49.99) to guarantee photos, essays, reports or emails are protected, even if your computer fails.