Top Ways To Unwind At The End Of The Week

“Do not underestimate the value of doing nothing, of just going along, listening to all things you can not hear, and not bothering.” These lines by A.A.Milne, are a much-needed piece of advice in our daily humdrum lifestyle.

You are juggling a busy life and making an effort to climb the ladder of success while also trying to be socially active, mentally stimulated and physically healthy. Don’t you feel like just unwinding over a weekend and recharging your batteries? Do not contemplate; keep an open schedule, and loosen up. Inhale and exhale!

A weekend off after a long week of stress and hard work is essential for your mental health, and to take on the coming week with a fresh attitude. 

We are suggesting some ways/activities that help you unwind over the weekend. 

Read a book

Pick up the book you wanted to read. You may have read a couple of pages of the book. You purchased the book on a friends recommendation and have not found the time to start reading it. Do not delay it further. Spend the weekend with your book. Curl up in that cosy nook with a warm mug of coffee and get reading! Drown out the noises of your daily routine and immerse yourself in someone’s story. 

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Pursue that hobby

Have you had the luxury of just spending some time with yourself pursuing your hobby? Winston Churchill rightly said that ” To be really happy and really safe, one ought to have at least two or three hobbies, and they must be real.” So take the advice, go on a digital detox for some hours or the weekend. Pick up that instrument you enjoy playing, go for a dance class and let your hair down, or spend some hours in your garden with your green babies in complete tranquillity. 

Exercise

Step out of your house, go for a jog or a long walk and enjoy your own company. A physical form of exercise is enjoyable and is a magic potion for your mental well-being. Go Hiking, cycling, swimming or any form of physical activity that you cannot pursue during your hectic week and make it a part of your weekend schedule. Barack Obama famously said that ” You have to exercise, or at some point, you”ll just break down.” 

Socialize

Are you the kind who only has work-friends? It is borderline unhealthy to have a social circle only in your workspace. Schedule a lunch with your relatives/family, meet a long-time college or school friend for dinner. Anne Lamott says, ” Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes… including you.” It is always good to disconnect from work and connect with your near and dear ones. Be mindful of the time and do not push yourself till the wee hours of the night. Try and squeeze in some extra hours of sleep over the weekend as well.