There is no denying of the fact that the ‘Sunday Scaries’ can hit the hardest, or that dreadful Monday is creeping up on us. Imagine a world where your Sunday has the power to seamlessly set you up for a calmer week.
Developing a reset plan for Sundays does not have to be overly complex or require a great deal of time. It is the small, mindful acts that help you feel centered make you ready for the work week ahead. The goal here is to help you recharge so here are 7 ways through which you can optimize your Sundays more efficiently.
- Tidy Your Space, Clear Your Mind
Doing a light tidy up can work wonders for people’s mentality. So allowing yourself 20 minutes to tidy up, fluff the cushions, do a light hoover, and clear any clutter off your desk or kitchen counter can equate to enormous benefits.
- Do a Brain Dump
If mental clutter is troubling you, encourage yourself to grab a notebook and jot down everything in their head such as reminders, random thoughts as this helps avoid mental ping-pong and setups you for a great week.
- Plan Your Week (But keep it flexible)
While it is useful having a rough design of meetings, social plans and errands scheduled throughout the week, avoiding micromanaging every hour is crucial as this ensures you do not feel drastically restricted. Having a balance makes the schedule far more approachable.
- Prepare Something Nutritious
Make some soup or overnight oats, or prepare a large salad that can be easily accessed. You will thank yourself in the future when you don’t need to reach for a bland sandwich at lunch.
- Move Your Body – Light Activities
Take a stroll, stretch, or practice some yoga in your living room. This is not about hitting a workout goal, rather, it is about checking in with yourself and easing any tension built up during the previous week.
- Digital Unplugged (even for one hour)
Reading a book, listening to a podcast, or simply sipping tea in solitude becomes an amazing experience once your phone is put on ‘Do Not Disturb’. Taking a break from digital devices, even if it is just for one hour, can yield refreshing results.
- Indulge Yourself With Something Nice
Putting on your softest socks or face mask doesn’t have to be expensive. Running a bath and indulging in self-care with a candle can also be budget friendly. It is the thought that counts as your action doesn’t need to be fancy, rather kind and embracing.
Final Thought:
There’s no need for your Sunday reset plan to be aesthetically pleasing or perfectly set up. The intention behind it is not to fine-tune every detail of your life, but to ease into the week ahead. Set smaller, more manageable goals and gradually develop from there.