Organizing an Intentional and Purpose Filled October
We’re sharing tips and tricks for organizing an intentional and purpose filled October today!
October is always an interesting month because it feels festive without all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season.
Yet it can also feel like one of the last months of the year to nail down routines and sort out busy schedules.
So, before you start filling your calendars with activities, think about what is most important to you and your family during this season of life.
Is it creating extra special memories?
Do you need to “lock in” on a goal or a dream before the end of the year?
Are you embracing an “all is calm” theme this holiday?
No matter what your priorities, now is a great time to at least have them outlined, planned and communicated.
That way, once the holiday season arrives, you’ll be able to fully enjoy them.
Here’s a look at simple ideas to help you prepare your heart, home, calendar and menu for a fresh month ahead.
Organizing an Intentional and Purpose Filled October…
Intentional and Purpose Filled Quote of the Month:
” October had tremendous possibility. The summer’s oppressive heat was a distant memory, and the golden leaves promised a world full of beautiful adventures.” ~ Sarah Guillory, ‘Reclaimed’
October Words of the Month:
- Create Your Own Kind of Magic
October Activities to Explore:
- Celebrate October Birthdays and Special Occasion Events
- Carve Out Time for Fall Bucket List Activities
- Get a Mammogram or Go With a Friend or Loved One Who’s Been Too Scared to Go If You’ve Had One Already
- Implement Cozy Routines
- Buy a New Candle, Essential Oil Scent, or Create a New Simmer Pot Recipe
- Bake Cookies or Make Caramel Apples
- Make a Pot of Soup and Fresh Bread for a Family Member or Neighbor
- Spend an Afternoon Crafting with Yarn or Making Cards
- Visit the Pumpkin Patch or Corn Maze
- Pick Apples or Find an Amazing Spot to Watch the Leaves Change
- Journal on the Porch with a Warm Blanket and Seasonal Drink
- Make a Dog’s Day
- Donate a Coat, Mentor, Make a Difference, Do Something Nice, Forgive or Spread Joy
- Watch a Spooky Movie or Read a Mystery
- Decorate for Halloween
- Carve a Pumpkin
- Host a Spooky Soiree or Costume Party
Simplified and Organized Home Challenge…
October Focus of the Month: Fall Planning and Seasonal Activities
- Week 40 – Declutter/Organize Garage, Attic or Basement
- Week 41 – Declutter/Organize Dining Room
- Week 42 – Finalize Seasonal/Holiday Décor Ideas
- Week 43 – Finalize Holiday Travel Plans
- Week 44 – Create Winter or Holiday Bucket List
October Focus of the Month:
Deep Cleaning Focus: Garage, Attic or Basement
October Dates to Celebrate and Commemorate:
- 10/01 Order October Birthday and Special Occasion Gifts
- 10/01 Order Halloween Costumes, Home Décor and Party Supplies (if you haven’t already)
- 10/01 National Cookie Day, Lace Day, Pumpkin Seed Day
- 10/02 Yom Kippur, National Name Your Car Day, Guardian Angel Day
- 10/03 Buy British Day, Kids Music Day, Techies Day, Smile Day
- 10/04 Bookshop Day, Frugal Fun Day, Cinnamon Roll Day, Golf Lovers Day, Taco Day, World Animal Day, Card Making Day
- 10/05 Change a Light Day, Be Nice Day, Do Something Nice Day
- 10/06 National Consignment Day, German American Day, Noodle Day, Plus Size Appreciation Day, Zero Inbox Day
- 10/07-10/08 Amazon October Prime Day Sale
- 10/07 National Forgiveness and Happiness Day, Frappe Day, Inner Beauty Day, You Matter to Me Day
- 10/08 National Heroes’ Day, Fluffernutter Day, Pierogi Day, Salmon Day
- 10/09 World Post Day
- 10/10 National Angel Food Cake Day, Cake Decorating Day, Handbag Day
- 10/11 I Love Yarn Day, National Chess Day, Costume Swap Day, Sausage Pizza Day, Spread Joy Day, Southern Food Heritage Day
- 10/12 Farmers Day, Harry Potter Book Day, Hispanic Day, Gumbo Day, Pulled Pork Day, National Savings Day
- 10/13 National Breast Cancer Awareness Day, Indigenous Peoples Day, Native American Day, M&M Day, Train Your Brain Day
- 10/14 Face Your Fears Day, National Dessert Day, I Love You Day, Sherlock Holmes Weekend
- 10/15 National Lemon Bar Day, Esthetician Day, Take Your Parents to Lunch Day
- 10/16 Conflict Resolution Day, Dictionary Day, National Boss’s Day, Department Store Day
- 10/17 National Mammography Day, Pasta Day, Pay Back a Friend Day
- 10/18 Chocolate Cupcake Day, National Fetch Day, Mashed Potatoes Day, National Prayer Day, Sweetest Day
- 10/19 Evaluate Your Life Day, New Friends Day, Seafood Bisque Day
- 10/21 National Apple Day, Pumpkin Cheesecake Day, Share the Warmth Day
- 10/22 National Make a Dog’s Day, Nut Day
- 10/23 National Boston Cream Pie Day
- 10/24 National Bologna Day, Jerk Chicken Day, Winter Skin Day
- 10/25 Make a Difference Day, National Fine Art Appreciation Day
- 10/26 National Chicken Fried Steak Day, Mother in Law Day, Pumpkin Day
- 10/27 National Black Cat Day, Mentoring Day
- 10/28 National Chocolate Day, First Responders Day
- 10/29 National Cat Day, Internet Day, Oatmeal Day
- 10/30 National Candy Corn Day, Checklist Day, Treat Your Pet Day
- 10/31 Halloween, Frankenstein Friday, Girl Scout Founder’s Day, Caramel Apple Day, Knock Knock Joke Day
October Menu Ideas
Keep in mind, you don’t have to do everything on this list.
Simply use these ideas as a guide or area of focus if you like.
Most importantly, use these ideas to help you create an intentional and purpose-filled October!
If you’re new to this series you can catch up with all our Organizing an Intentional Month posts here.
Until next time, I’ll see you on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest.Wishing you an amazing month,
CoCo
