The Only Way to Start Your Week Right: The Power of a Reset Routine
I had a conversation with one of my clients recently, a busy mom juggling her career, her children’s schedules, and, well, everything else life throws at her. She came on a Zoom call with me, her face reflecting exhaustion, and said, “I just can’t seem to get ahead. Every Monday feels like I’m drowning before starting the week.”
Sound familiar? I know it’s something many of us face—whether you’re balancing work, parenting, or personal commitments. Mondays, or any day you designate as the start of your week, can often feel like an overwhelming restart button. But what if I told you there’s a way to press “reset” without feeling like you’re starting from scratch?
Why You Need a Reset Routine
When life feels chaotic, the key to reclaiming balance is structure. But not just any structure—one that nurtures your productivity and mental well-being. That’s where a reset routine comes in.
Think of it as a gentle reboot, a way to cleanse the mental clutter from the previous week and prepare yourself for the days ahead. A reset routine helps you enter Monday with clarity, focus, and, most importantly, a calm mindset.
Let me walk you through how it works, using an example from my life.
Sunday Evenings: My Quiet Recalibration
Every Sunday evening, after my son, Arihaan, is asleep and the house finally grows still, I take time to engage in my reset routine. It’s nothing fancy or overly complicated—just a few small rituals that help me gather my thoughts and set the tone for the week ahead.
I start with reflection. I think about the past week, asking myself simple questions:
What went well?What challenges did I face?What do I want to carry forward into the new week, and what should I let go of?This moment of pause allows me to clear out emotional clutter, much like tidying a messy room. Reflecting helps me recognize the little victories and the areas where I can improve without overwhelming myself with criticism.
During this reflection time, I find having a planner makes a world of difference. I use the Alicorn Undated Weekly Planner, which lets me organize my week and keeps me on track without overwhelming myself. Journaling also helps, and the Matra Scribbling Gratitude Journal is the perfect companion for my Sunday reflections.
Planning with Flexibility
Next, I sit down with my planner and set three to four realistic weekly goals. I know it’s tempting to make a list a mile long, but overloading yourself only leads to burnout. Instead, I focus on things I can actually achieve—whether it’s finishing a work project, planning a creative activity for Arihaan, or even something as simple as scheduling some “me time.”
But here’s the important part: I build in flexibility. Not everything will go as planned, and that’s okay. Life is unpredictable, especially when you’re a parent. Allowing space for the unexpected removes the pressure to have a perfect week.
A Little Self-Care Goes a Long Way
Finally, I indulge in a small self-care ritual. It could be a warm bath, a chapter from my favourite book, or simply sipping chamomile tea while listening to calming music. The point isn’t what I do but that I carve out time for myself.
To fully unwind, I turn on my Himalayan Aromatherapy Diffuser, filling the room with calming scents that ease the mind. These little self-care moments remind me to breathe and reset before Monday begins.
It’s easy to think, “I’ll take care of myself later,” but that “later” often gets pushed further. By making self-care part of your reset routine, you tell yourself, “I matter, too.”
Bringing It All Together: Your Own Reset Routine
So, how do you create your own reset routine? It doesn’t have to look exactly like mine. In fact, it shouldn’t—it needs to fit your lifestyle and personal needs. But here’s a simple framework to start with:
Reflect: Set aside a few minutes to think about the past week. What worked? What didn’t? Let go of what no longer serves you.Plan: Write down 3–4 critical weekly goals, leaving room for flexibility. Don’t forget to schedule time for self-care.Self-Care: End your reset routine with something that recharges you—reading, meditating, walking, or spending time with loved ones.Why It Works
The reason a reset routine is so powerful is because it’s intentional. You’re not just moving through the motions of another week; you’re actively preparing yourself—mentally, emotionally, and physically—for what’s to come.
When my client, the busy mom, started using her reset routine, she noticed a shift. “It’s not like my schedule magically got easier,” she told me, “but I have a handle on things now. I’m starting my week with more calm and less chaos.”
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Let’s ConnectYour Turn to Reset
What about you? Are you ready to start your week with intention rather than dread? It doesn’t take much—just a little time and mindfulness to centre yourself and organize your thoughts.
Try it, tweak it, make it your own, and watch how it transforms your Monday mornings—and beyond.
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