VirtueFocus vs Franklin's Almanack

Become the person you were meant to be. VirtueFocus brings Benjamin Franklin's legendary self-improvement system to your pocket. In 1726, Franklin created a simple but powerful method to build character — tracking 13 virtues weekly to become "a better and happier man." Now you can follow his exact approach. HOW IT WORKS Each week, focus on one of Franklin's 13 virtues: • Temperance • Silence • Order • Resolution • Frugality • Industry • Sincerity • Justice • Moderation • Cleanliness • Tranquility • Chastity • Humility Track daily, reflect honestly, and watch yourself improve over 13-week cycles. FEATURES Daily Virtue Chart The classic Franklin grid — 13 virtues across 7 days. Tap to mark when you fall short. Your goal: fewer marks each week. Morning & Evening Journal Start each day asking "What good shall I do today?" End by reflecting "What good have I done?" — just as Franklin did. Weekly Focus System Concentrate on one virtue per week while maintaining awareness of all thirteen. Complete four full cycles per year. Progress Tracking See your improvement over time with weekly summaries, cycle overviews, and historical trends. Franklin's Wisdom Curated quotes and insights from Franklin himself, matched to your current focus virtue. PRIVACY FIRST Your personal reflections stay on your device. No accounts. No cloud sync. No data collection. Your journey of self-improvement is yours alone. WHY FRANKLIN'S METHOD? Benjamin Franklin used this system throughout his life and credited it with much of his success. The method works because it's: • Simple — just track and reflect daily • Focused — one virtue at a time • Honest — acknowledge shortcomings without judgment • Cyclical — continuous improvement, not perfection Whether you're seeking personal growth, building better habits, or exploring timeless wisdom, VirtueFocus provides a structured path to becoming your best self. Start your journey today. Your future self will thank you.

Almanack: Daily Wisdom from Benjamin Franklin “An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” A Treasury of Timeless Wisdom In 1732, Benjamin Franklin began publishing Poor Richard’s Almanack—proverbs and counsel for living well. This newly redesigned Almanack brings those same pearls of wisdom to your pocket, now with a clearer, calmer UI and UX throughout. Daily Wisdom Delivered Each morning receive a fresh saying to guide your day. As Poor Richard noted, “Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.” A Well‑Organized Library Browse wisdom sorted by theme—Virtue, Industry, Thrift, Time, and more. “Lost time is never found again,” so find what you seek with ease. A Ledger for the Year Keep a full‑year ledger of your reflections across the 13 virtues, with a plainer week focus and progress tracking to steady your habits. Your reflections and favorites now keep their place across iCloud, so your progress follows you wherever you read. Features - 670+ authentic sayings from Poor Richard’s Almanack - Daily notifications with timely wisdom - Organized by category for easy browsing - Powerful search to find exactly what you need - Favorites that sync across your devices - Contextual examples generated on your device - Beautiful, distraction‑free design “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” Download this Almanack today and invest in your daily dose of wisdom.