There’s something sacred about Sundays. It’s the exhale before the hustle, the space between chaos and clarity. And if you’re a woman juggling business, family, and everything in between, a solid Sunday reset isn’t just helpful—it’s essential.
Here’s how to build a Sunday routine that feels good and gets things done.
1. Start with Space
Before diving into your to-do list, slow down. Whether it’s a quiet walk, journaling, or a solo coffee in silence—give yourself time to breathe.
Productivity starts with presence.
2. Tidy Your Physical Space
Resetting your environment resets your brain. Do a quick:
- Kitchen clean-up
- Fresh sheets and laundry
- Desk declutter
- Trash or recycling run
Visual peace creates mental clarity.
3. Brain Dump and Sort
Get everything out of your head and onto paper or a digital doc. Then organize it:
- Must-dos
- Appointments
- Ongoing projects
- Life logistics (like “return Amazon package”)
This clears mental clutter so you’re not starting the week already overwhelmed.
4. Map Your Week
Open your calendar and look at what’s ahead. Then:
- Block off personal time
- Assign time to your business priorities
- Choose your “big three” goals for the week
This helps you lead your week instead of reacting to it.
5. Meal and Movement Prep
You don’t need to prep every meal, but take the time to:
- Plan a few go-to meals
- Order groceries or create a quick shopping list
- Schedule your workouts like meetings
Nourish your body so your mind can show up.
6. Digital Reset
- Clear or flag important emails
- Organize files or your desktop
- Back up any key content
- Revisit your home screen and digital tools to make sure they reflect how you want your week to feel
7. Choose Calm Over Chaos
End your Sunday on purpose.
Maybe it’s a screen-free hour before bed, a skincare ritual, or reading a few pages of a book.
Give yourself the space to be still and remind yourself that you don’t need to do it all—you just need to start with intention.
Let Your Week Rise to Meet You
Your Sunday reset doesn’t need to be perfect. It just needs to be yours.
Give yourself the gift of clarity and space. This isn’t about hustle—it’s about alignment. When you show up ready, the rest tends to follow.
Caitlin Thomas is the Founder of Beyond Boss, a professional photographer, and a mama of two. She is passionate about helping other women make more time for living and enjoying life, without sacrificing their dreams and ambitions.
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