Routine guide

Sunday Planning

A gentle weekly reset to review your calendar, plan meals and choose priorities for the week.

A short Sunday planning ritual makes the whole week feel lighter. You are simply checking what is coming and putting a few basics in place.

When to use this routine

Use this routine on Sundays or any day that feels like a natural weekly reset for you.

Steps in this routine

  1. 1.

    Review the week ahead

    Scan your calendar for appointments, deadlines and evenings out so there are no surprises.

  2. 2.

    Roughly plan meals

    Plan simple meals based on your schedule and what you already have in the fridge or cupboards.

  3. 3.

    Do a light laundry catch-up

    Run one or two focused loads such as work clothes and school uniforms and put them away.

  4. 4.

    Set out clothes and bags for Monday

    Choose outfits, pack bags and place them by the door for a smoother start.

  5. 5.

    Note three priorities for the week

    Write down up to three key things you want to move forward so you do not carry a long vague list.

Tips for running this routine

FAQ

What if Sundays are already busy?

Run a shorter version focusing on calendar review and Monday prep, then do a fuller reset once or twice a month.

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