Because chaos is inevitable, but being prepared is magic.
Let’s be real: if I don’t reset on Sunday, Monday feels like I’m being thrown into a blender with no lid.
Over the years, I’ve found that a simple, doable reset routine helps me feel way more grounded and in control. I’m not talking about a full-blown “clean your whole house, prep 21 meals, and organize your life from scratch” kind of Sunday. I mean the kind of reset that takes 1 to 2 hours, max.
Here’s what my Sunday Reset looks like:
🧺 1. The Quick House Sweep
I don’t deep clean. I just reset the space.
- Clear countertops with my go-to Force of Nature cleaner
- Do a laundry load and fold right away
- Empty trash and wipe down the kitchen table
- Quick toy pick-up (usually bribing my kids with something, let’s be honest)
This sets the tone for a clean slate without the pressure of perfection.
📅 2. Weekly Planning (15 to 20 minutes tops)
I open my planner (yes, I use Artful Agenda and love it) and: And if you use my referral code RR1299973 when you sign up, you’ll unlock a premium cover and travel sticker pack for free.
- Review any upcoming appointments, school events, and work projects
- Jot down must-dos for the week (3 max)
- Block time for workouts, meal prep, and downtime (or I’ll just keep pushing them off)
If I don’t write it down, it won’t happen. Period.
🍲 3. Simple Meal Sketch (Not Fancy Meal Prep)
I glance at what’s in the fridge and freezer and sketch out:
- 3 to 4 dinners (themed nights help like Taco Tuesday or Leftover Thursday)
- Easy lunch options (usually leftovers, wraps, or snack plates)
- Breakfast staples (oats, eggs, smoothies—whatever we’re into that week)
Bonus: I batch cook one protein and wash or chop veggies if I’m feeling extra.
🧠 4. My Mental Reset (the overlooked part)
This part is non-negotiable:
- I reflect on what went well last week and what needs tweaking
- I set a little intention for the week ahead. Something like: “I’m not doing it all. I’m doing what matters.”
- If I have 10 minutes, I’ll sit outside or journal even if it’s chaos around me
🛁 5. Something Just for Me
Even if it’s small—tea, a long shower, organizing my supplements, or watching a show while folding laundry—I give myself one thing that feels good before the new week starts.
🌿 Final Thoughts:
A Sunday Reset doesn’t make life perfect. But it makes me feel like I have a handle on things before Monday tries to wreck me. It’s not about hustling. It’s about creating rhythm and margin so I don’t start the week already behind.
And honestly, some weeks I don’t get through all of this. But when I do—even just a few of these—I feel like a calmer, more grounded version of myself.
Do you have a Sunday reset? What’s one thing you always try to do before the week starts? Tell me below or tag me @productivemamaoffical when you do your own reset!