Maybe you haven’t noticed, we are in an endless cycle of work and rest, but usually work takes up almost all the time we have. In the hustle and bustle of life, many people take full advantage of the days designated for relaxation to catch up with work and complete unfinished tasks. Although devoting all your attention to your career is extremely admirable, if you stay stuck in this situation for too long, you will gradually become exhausted both physically and mentally. Even machines need maintenance to function well, so why don’t you take the time to completely focus on taking care of yourself, listening to yourself and relaxing in the most comfortable way?

Sunday will be the most suitable day for you to put aside all the worries in the world and release the chaotic thoughts that have surrounded you over the past week. Setting up a weekend just for self-care is not only an effective way to purify the soul, but also helps you recharge your energy to work more productively and effectively in the days ahead.

If you don’t have ideas for a “healing” Sunday, let us suggest the following activities!

The rhythm of the beginning of the weekdays is the hustle and bustle to get to work on time. Rarely do we have enough time for the brain and body to warm up sequentially, breathing in the fresh air of the morning. For that reason, allow yourself to start a Sunday morning slowly and gently. 

No need to get out of bed immediately, rush to get dressed or quickly make breakfast, let yourself bask in the comfort of the mattress and the morning sunlight that we miss every day. You can also sleep a little longer without feeling guilty because you’ve put in a lot of effort over the past week. 

2. Walk

We all know exercise is good for our mental and physical health, but sometimes it’s hard to muster the energy to get active on Sunday. If you are not ready to go to the gym or participate in sports that require technical skills, walking will be a gentle activity that will help you have quiet time to be aware of yourself and everything going on around you. around. 

Walking in the park or other areas with lush greenery is an effective way for you to purify your mind and find peace, because nature contains amazing healing power. Separating yourself from the chaos of life, focusing on each step, you will feel wonderful when you can see the vast sky, the vibrancy of nature, breathe fresh air and feel each other. Your feet are gently hugging the ground, not just your usual hurried steps. 

3. Meet loved ones

Many of us are too busy to take care of our close relationships and at some point, when we look back, we wonder how long we have become distant from our loved ones. Sunday is not only a time for you to focus on self-care, but also an opportunity for you to connect and find comfort from those around you. So, arrange a small party, plan an outing with friends, family or simply sit down and talk about the past week. Being with the people you cherish, you can freely confide your pressures, listen to advice or learn from their stories and help soothe your spirit. 

4. Spend time alone

Not everyone loves social activities, so if you’re exhausted from interacting with people around you all week at work, spend Sunday living in your own world. You can do whatever you like to restore positive energy or just sit quietly, close your eyes and really connect with yourself. This is the time to let your mind relax and reflect on the past week and give yourself a gentle hug. 

5. Write a diary

If you are not ready to share with others about your problems, you can confide in yourself through diary entries. You can write about gratitude, write about a week’s experiences, or write to get the chaotic emotions out of your mind. This is not only an effective form of stress relief but also a way for you to rearrange your thoughts. 

There are many ongoing problems that we cannot solve in a day, a week or a month. Diaries will be a peaceful place for you to look back at everything that has happened. happen, understand and find light for your deadlocks. 

6. Do things you enjoy 

In our busy daily lives, we don’t have much time to do our hobbies. Whether you are really enthusiastic or feel tired with your current job , everyone needs to learn to stop, take care of themselves and enjoy the beauty of life. The simplest way to feel happiness in your busy daily life is to spend time doing things you really love. You’ve worked hard with your responsibilities, why not spend Sunday pampering yourself and enjoying your hobbies? 

You can lie on the bed watching movies, sipping coffee to the tunes you love or wandering around taking photos on familiar streets. You should allow yourself to truly return to your primal nature. Even though Sunday’s rest period is not too long, it can still help you balance and restore energy. 

7. Plan for the new week

Are you feeling “afraid” of Monday? The first day of the week seems to be the “enemy” of many people around the world because no one wants to leave the joy of freedom to continue performing responsibilities at work. To get rid of this boredom, you should spend time planning what to do in the new week. There is no reason for a “warrior” to be afraid when he has a clear strategy in hand. With a specific to-do list, you will feel like you are in control of the coming days and will be more motivated to complete tasks more productively. 

The most important thing is that you need to pay attention to work-life balance. Working without rest can lead to many health consequences, to the point that even if you spend all day Sunday relaxing, you still cannot recover enough energy to return to work. Listen to the signals coming from your mind and body and take care of yourself more gently, okay?