Digital devices aren’t going anywhere. Chances are you use some sort of online calendar, and you may want to continue doing so. But don’t ditch your desk calendar just yet. Many people use both a paper planning system and an online calendar because each offers different benefits.
Writing down appointments helps you remember them better, gives you an opportunity to step away from screens, lends itself to big-picture planning and organizing, and offers a myriad of personalization options. Moreover, putting pen to paper may help you stay calmer and more focused.
If you are like me, I still use the old pen and paper when needed. If it is something important I can always glance at it on my desk. I do use an online calendar to keep insync with all my electronics. I feel the need to use a desk calendar and this makes it fun.