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How I Maximize My Stress-Free Time Over a Weekend

Corey L. Johnson
3 min readJun 8, 2024

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Weekends are necessary for us to relax and recharge. Yet, often it can slip away in a blur of chores, errands, and unfinished work. Noticing that I seemed to always be on the go, I started prioritizing my “me time”. Here’s some best practices I use to maximize my stress-free time over the weekend and return to the week feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

Weekends are necessary for us to relax and recharge. Yet, often it can slip away in a blur of chores, errands, and unfinished work. Noticing that I seemed to always be on the go, I started prioritizing my “me time”. Here’s some best practices I use to maximize my stress-free time over the weekend and return to the week feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.

Plan

I’ve found that a little planning goes a long way in maximizing my weekend relaxation. On Friday evening, I take a few minutes to list out any tasks or errands I need to get done. By scheduling these early on Saturday, I free up the rest of my weekend for pure relaxation.

Prioritize Downtime

It’s easy to fill up weekends with activities, but I’ve learned to prioritize downtime. I set aside specific blocks of time for unwinding. Whether it’s reading a book, watching a movie, or just lounging around, having this time reserved ensures I don’t…

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Corey L. Johnson
Corey L. Johnson

Written by Corey L. Johnson

Husband, father, writer, comic reader, music lover, gamer, political enthusiast, and justice advocate. Striving for a well-rounded life.

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