There’s something about Sundays. It’s the calm before the storm, maybe more importantly the salm after a weekend of running, the pause before the next round of chaos, and honestly— one of my favorite parts of the week.

It’s not just about getting organized. It’s about realigning with the version of myself I’m working toward, while also making sure I have dinner plans, clean sheets, and a semi-realistic to-do list.

Here’s how I structure my Sunday reset—and why it’s become a non-negotiable in my week.

1. I Start with My Social Life

Before anything else, I look at the social side of my week. For me, friendships are a huge part of what makes life fun, grounded, and fulfilling. Especially after moving to a new city, I realized how much effort it takes to build and maintain a solid social circle. If I don’t plan it intentionally, it just doesn’t happen.

So, I open my calendar and start with any social events I already have lined up. Then I think about the friends I want to see this week. Usually it’s a mix of people I’m already close with and people I’d like to get closer to—because nurturing new friendships takes effort too.

From there, I reach out. I’ll check in with people I haven’t seen in a while or send a few casual “want to grab a drink this week?” texts. I also look at local events, restaurant openings, or fun things happening in the city, and sometimes I’ll build a plan around that and invite a few people (even if they don’t know each other—sometimes the chaos works!).

Most weeks I aim for 1–2 planned hangouts and leave space for spontaneous plans or workout meetups. And weekends? Usually going out Friday and Saturday nights—and sometimes a Saturday brunch or walk if the weather’s nice and giving “main character relfection time.”

2. I Peek at Work and Projects

I’m not doing deep work here—just a high-level scan of the week ahead. I check my meeting schedule, make a few notes on what needs prep, and update my to-do list. That way, I don’t get blindsided Monday morning by something I forgot.

I also block off a few evenings for personal projects—whether that’s this blog, side business planning, or just having some creative time to brainstorm. I’ve found that giving myself even 2–3 dedicated evenings per week makes a big difference in actually moving forward on things that matter to me long-term.

That said, I leave space to live. I’m not trying to schedule every minute. I’m a big believer in having unstructured pockets where I can post on social, get lost in a TikTok spiral, or finally catch up on that one show I keep pretending I’ve watched.

3. I Book My Workouts (with Realistic Expectations)

Next, I check in with myself and book my workouts. I usually plan for 3–4 classes a week, depending on how packed my schedule is. I try to balance it so I don’t overload the same days I have back-to-back meetings or social events.

Let’s be honest though—do I always go to every class I book? No. But it’s less about perfection and more about intention. Booking ahead gives me a framework to show up for myself, while still leaving room for flexibility if I need to move things around.

Also—hot tip—I treat some workouts like social time too. I’ll invite a friend to go to a class together, grab a smoothie after, and suddenly I’ve hit both goals without over-scheduling my life.

4. I Reset My Space

By Sunday, my apartment is almost always a mess. Clothes are on every surface, shoes are scattered in places they don’t belong, and there’s probably a half-used face mask sitting out from Friday night.

So I reset. It’s not about deep cleaning—it’s about starting the week with a clear space and clear mind. I pick up, wipe down, maybe vacuum if I’m feeling ambitious. I light a candle, put on a playlist, and get my place back to neutral.

It’s amazing how much better you feel walking into Monday with your environment in check. This part is small but makes a huge difference.

5. I Have a Mini Life Audit (aka Delusional Dream Time)

This is maybe my favorite part of Sundays. I sit down with a notebook (or more often, ChatGPT) and just... think. No structure, no rules. Just me asking myself big questions and letting my brain wander.

What am I actually working toward?
What are my priorities right now?
Is anything I’m doing feeling off—or overdue?
What would my day look like if I was living the version of my dream life?

Sometimes I write a future “day in the life” vision just to reconnect with what I want. Sometimes I map out mini-goals or re-evaluate what’s even worth pursuing. I don’t always have answers, but that process—of checking in with my goals and motivations—keeps me grounded. It’s a moment to remember why I’m doing all of this.

A lot of the time, nothing changes. But that’s not the point. It’s the practice that matters. This is how I stay close to the big picture, especially when the day-to-day can feel like a never-ending loop of meetings and Uber Eats orders.

6. I Romanticize My Wind-Down

Sunday nights are sacred. No plans, no pressure. Just a face mask, a show I’ve been meaning to catch up on, and a cozy dinner. Sometimes I cook. More often than not, it’s Uber Eats and zero regrets.

This is the slow exhale before the week begins. I don’t try to get ahead or “maximize” it. I just enjoy it.

Tools I Use During My Sunday Reset

Here are a few things that make the whole reset easier (and more fun):

Google Calendar: For mapping social plans, workouts, and work blocks
Apple Notes or Notion: Where I brain-dump ideas, weekly goals, and journal thoughts
ChatGPT: I literally ask it to help me map out my goals and visualize the future (10/10 recommend)
Apple music/Podcasts + candles: Non-negotiable for setting the right vibe
A running “friendship list” in my phone: I use this to remember who I want to catch up with or check in on

That’s my Sunday reset.
A little structure, a little chaos, and just enough delusion to believe I can pull off everything I’m planning.

If you’re trying to juggle a full-time job, social life, side projects, and the occasional mental spiral, I highly recommend making your own version of a Sunday reset. It doesn’t have to be perfect—it just has to be yours.

My Sunday Reset: How I Plan My Week, My Life, and My Delusions