YearCompass: A scientific annual review system
YearCompass is not just a simple planner, but a free annual review guide. Through a set of carefully designed guided questions and writing exercises, it helps users organize their thoughts, identify their life priorities, and plan for the future with greater clarity as they reflect on the past year.
Since its launch in 2012, the project has helped more than one million people worldwide engage in self-reflection. It advocates replacing blind "New Year's resolutions" with deep inner dialogue, allowing users to regain control of their lives through several hours of quiet writing.
Core Values and Application Scenarios
Through YearCompass's guidance, you can achieve the following goals:
- Reviewing growth:Quantifying and visualizing the achievements, challenges, and breakthroughs of the past year.
- Reshaping Value:Uncover overlooked details of life and re-evaluate your personal values.
- Precise planning:Get rid of vague wishes and set specific and actionable New Year's goals.
- Cognitive Upgrade:Break free from habitual thinking, identify unconscious repetitive patterns, and enhance self-awareness.
User Guide and Acquisition Method
Acquisition channels:
- Official website:yearcompass.com(Multi-language versions available, including Chinese)
- Obsidian Enhanced Version:GitHub Community Template(Suitable for knowledge management users)
Applicable environment:
YearCompass offers multiple formats to suit different preferences: users who prefer a smoother, tactile experience can download it. PDF printable version Users seeking convenience can use Electronic versionFor those who enjoy deep note-taking, it is recommended to use... Obsidian template。
Precautions
YearCompass is an open-source project driven by donations and sharing, and is not for profit. If you believe it brings value while using this resource, you can support its continued maintenance through the official website.

