No, academic planners are not a burden to carry around. They're actually effective organizational tools that help you balance school, family, extra-curricular activities and social gatherings, too. But planners alone are not 100% effective because they need to be used. You need to develop the habit of planning and writing. So first, get a copy of this planner and second, actually use it. | A Planner and Notebook for the Studious Student by Activinotes Activinotes, Paperback | Indigo Chapters