Sunday Reset Routine for a Calmer Week Ahead

Gentle habits that changed how I feel every Monday

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Why I Started Doing a Sunday Reset

For the longest time, my Sundays looked like this: wake up late, scroll endlessly, feel guilty about not doing enough, and then spend the evening dreading Monday. It wasn’t restful or productive — just… stuck.

That slow Sunday burnout feeling? It used to hit me hard.

So a few months ago, I tried something different. Nothing too intense — just a few small habits to help me reset mentally, emotionally, and physically. And slowly, it began to shift how I felt throughout the week.

Here’s the routine that changed everything.

🌤️ Step 1: A Slow, Tech-Free Morning

Instead of grabbing my phone the moment I wake up, I now give myself 30 minutes of no screens. I drink water, stretch a little, maybe sit by the window. This tiny act feels like reclaiming my brain.

Why it helps: Starting your Sunday slow (and not reactive) sets the tone for a more grounded day.

💡 Tip: Keep your phone on airplane mode until you’ve moved your body or brushed your teeth.

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🧹 Step 2: Clean One “Stress Point” at Home

Instead of doing a full-blown cleaning spree (which can be draining), I pick one small but noticeable area: the kitchen counter, my work desk, or the entryway.

A tidy space = clearer mind.

🧺 Pro Tip: Use music or a podcast to make it more enjoyable. I usually put on something like “On Purpose with Jay Shetty.”

A man wearing an apron attentively cleans a glass table with a spray bottle and cloth in a modern kitchen.

📝 Step 3: Reflect & Reset (The 10-Minute Journal Trick)

I sit with my journal and write 3 things:

1. What felt heavy last week?

2. What do I want to feel more of this week?

3. One small habit I’ll try.

It’s not about goals — it’s about emotional honesty.

A cozy moment of reflection as someone writes in a journal, surrounded by books and a warm beverage.

🍵 Step 4: Nourish Without Complicating

I’ve stopped chasing “perfect meals” on Sundays. Now, I prep something simple and wholesome — like khichdi with ghee, or a bowl of fruit and curd with honey.

One calm meal, made with intention, feels better than ordering out.

🫶 Comfort food = comfort mind.

📅 Step 5: Look at the Week (But Kindly)

This part used to make me anxious. Now, I approach it like this:

• I open my calendar

• I block out time for breaks, not just meetings

• I add one “joy point” midweek (a walk, call with a friend, etc.)

💤 Bonus Step: Early Bedtime Without Guilt

Sundays are for winding down, not cramming in 3 more episodes. I light a candle, play some instrumental music, and try to sleep by 10:30 PM.

✨ Trust me, Monday morning you will thank Sunday-night you.

🌱 Final Thoughts: This Isn’t a Productivity Hack

This isn’t about doing more — it’s about feeling better.

A Sunday reset routine isn’t a checklist to impress anyone. It’s just a way to create a little mental space… so you don’t start your week in survival mode.

If you’ve been feeling scattered, try just one step from this list. Let it become a gentle habit. Your future self will feel it — in your mood, your sleep, your peace.

💬 What’s Your Sunday Ritual?

Do you already do something similar? Or are you just getting started with this kind of reset?

I’d love to hear your version — drop it in the comments or message me on Instagram.

And if you found this post helpful, maybe share it with a friend who also dreads Mondays. We’re all figuring it out.

Until next time,

– Shubham