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Weekend Reset, Made Easy

The goal isn’t a perfect home — it’s a lighter week. This simple template keeps your reset short and kind.

Pick a 45–60 minute window

Choose a time when you naturally have energy (late morning for many). Set a single timer. When it ends, you’re done.

Step 1

Laundry + dishes

Start the machines first. They’ll work while you do other steps.

  • One load of sheets or towels
  • Clear and run the dishwasher
  • Wipe the main prep surface
Step 2

Reset surfaces

Visual calm comes from clear surfaces, not deep cleaning.

  • Entry table or drop zone
  • Coffee table or desk
  • Bathroom sink area
Step 3

Set simple anchors

Prep two or three things that make weekdays smoother.

  • List three super-easy dinners
  • Fill a fruit bowl and water bottles
  • Pick outfits for Monday–Tuesday

If you have more time

Choose one optional extra — not all of them. Overdoing it kills the habit.

A gentle reset is enough. The point is a calmer week, not a perfect weekend.
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