the one routine no one talks about: 12 simple steps for a deeply productive & deeply restful weekend

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In my humble opinion, weekend routines help set up our upcoming weekdays for success. By using the two precious off-days to be proactive & intentional with how we spend our time, just by spending a few minutes roughly planning for our weekends will do nothing but wonders for us. Here are 12 simple steps for how I have the most deeply productive and equally deeply restful weekend 😌
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[@nashantam]

1 - Reframe what "productive" looks like 2 - Draft a detailed plan (loosely held) 3 - Whatever you gotta do, have fun with it 4 - Find pockets of stillness amidst "doing" 5 - Give yourself grace (re: loosely held) 6 - Accountabilty helps 7 - When you're out, be out 8 - When life happens, let it happen 9 - Pay attention to the (not so) subtle hints 10 - Pick up the towel 11 - Schedule time for empty spaces 12 - Sit down & plan for the week

[@a.r.8987]

Thank you

[@s.sflower]

Thanks

[@KimberlyAbellera]

"when you're working, work deeply; when you're sleeping, sleep deeply." such a great reminder to be present and 100% there. i've been feeling unmotivated and in a productivity rut, but this video has provided the guidance i've been needing. thank you so much, Rowena!

[@claudia4578]

"Game plans are there to help us and serve us, not to make us feel guilty, less then or not enough." I felt that.

[@AboutBritney]

I do deep cleaning and run errands/be social on Saturday. My empty space is Sunday...I relax all day and that's it. I've learned to not be so strict with that schedule though.

[@SarahNicholls]

That sounds like a great balance!

[@vivnell123]

I do something similar! Saturdays are for fun activities and vegging out, and Sundays are for errands & chores (my GYST day)

[@SarahNicholls]

LOVED the message in this video. Getting guilt free rest is such a necessity to prevent burnout and feeling happy ❤️

[@AlyciaBoutte]

You nailed it with this comment! I used to struggle with getting guilt-free rest..the down time felt "wasteful" but I'm so glad I've changed my perspective around.

[@SarahNicholls]

@@AlyciaBoutte thanks Alycia! So happy to hear that 😊 it's still an ongoing learning curve for me but I'm definitely getting better at it. I hope you have a great weekend

[@AlyciaBoutte]

@@SarahNicholls Yay for progress! I hope you have a great weekend too Sarah! 😁

[@soysugg9515]

I was thinking the past few weeks that I really should have a routine on the weekend as well, because I'd come into Monday exhausted from completely breaking my weekday routine and staying up late on my phone! This is a great topic Rowena!

[@fitswithnish]

I recently started watching your channel and i recently turned 24. I feel like I'm behind in life, no matter how much i achieve in life. It always seems so stressful. Watching you makes me feel like i have a sister/an adult to tell me things about how to do things in life. Thank you so much for making videos

[@khalilahd.]

Oh my goodness I love this idea! It’s so hard to balance productivity and self care and by the time you make the decision the weekend is over 😭. Thank you for this!

[@bluishblow]

recently i watched a video about someone defending that the most important thing in life is to enjoy ourselves and it was a great point because we tend to get anxious and tired and worried about things that don't really matter and we lose ourselves in the process, so it's super important to take some moments to reflect and re-prioritize

[@chrisellellesirhc26]

this is officially my favorite of all your published videos. you introduced me to the concept of slowing down and resting in a productive manner, and giiiiiiirl life has never been the same. thank you so much Ro. I needed this :)

[@ourgreatlittlelife-alexand7993]

I’ve recently started being a baker at a Japanese bakery. It’s very tiring. I’m also trying to work out my ideal life outside of work. My dream life. While also dealing with family issues that are bringing me down. I’m often just so tired. And my weekends are either ALL work or ALL rest, and either way I end up so upset with myself. These last couple weeks I’ve been wanting to develop a balanced weekend routine and this could NOT have come at a better time. Thank you, Ro. 🙏🏼

[@AlyciaBoutte]

Can we take a moment to appreciate the awesome jump transition to the couch?! 😁 Rowena, I really appreciate the authenticity in sharing some of the more challenging parts of your weekend when you didn't have to. I have the best weekends when I get my physical space together, do something social, meal prep, move my body, and reflect/ plan for the week ahead.

[@hairbandchick1976]

I simply MUST know the recipe of that fabulous and tasty looking leafy green meal Jams was cooking!

[@Ssaidak]

I never, never have thought in the word productivity in relation of a weekend. It's so depressing think in be productive in a weekend. It's time to relax and fun!

[@emsee120]

My favorite lesson I gained throughout my life was reframing productivity. self care and rest is productive :)

[@EmandLloyd]

As someone who is currently transitioning out of a season of my life in which I worked constantly and would feel guilty for resting (or feel like I needed to work extra hard to “earn” it), this was definitely what I needed to hear! Loved when you said “a weekend spent proactively being a potato is just as productive as a weekend spent working” - need to write that down and put it on my bathroom mirror :) - Em

[@adighergu95]

Ro, this came right on time!!! Thank you so much!

[@rhifgrty]

Bless u always - this video was so needed in my world rn. Always appreciate the way you deliver a message or idea in such a gentle yet thorough way

[@ILikeBigCatsAndICannotLie]

Thank you for adding the summary! It helps me to tie everything together in my memory 💕

[@wxclim8]

Thank you, Rowena! Have a memorable weekend!

[@lacthetomato]

The scheduling empty spaces is soooooo helpful and such a need for me too

[@daniqsaa]

Gosh this is so on point! Plus cannot stress it enough: rest IS PRODUCTIVE 💞

[@susiemac9816]

my routine has been saturday is our day to go out, something fun-often a adventure somewhere -family time/mental break..........sunday is rest/prep day - i get up, workout, spend several hours relaxing (watch youtube vlogs/video games/reading). spend a bit of time cleaning (a hour), food shop..and then prep for the week. often a fun supper (pizza, burgers,tacos) and a movie is evening plan----do laundry daily ppl, dont leave it piling up

[@taylorskang]

I had several breakdowns from burn out this past week, which was definitely the universe's (not so subtle) hint of telling me to be still. the idea that rest can in turn make you more productive, sounds so counterintuitive but that really is the way it works. rowena, thank you for this sweet reminder to let our souls rest 🤍

[@KathleenLouisseQAchas]

Love this vlog! These reminders are what I need to cope up on my first week of classes too! ❤🤗

[@MrJojo1021]

I'm early for once! I was just thinking that I wanted to have a productive weekend, and then this video pops up. Thank you for all your effort and all your content Rowena! Forever grateful

[@alonemusk27]

Needed this 🥺thank you ro ❤️

[@Smahanne_]

I needed one of your video to unwind after my crazy day

[@wynterjewel]

I have never been this early to a Rowena video! And just in time to actually plan my weekend too! LOVE THIS. x

[@motherofcat2195]

“Productive potato” is an amazing vibe

[@kkabdeershidae]

I love the storytelling in this video! Thanks for the inspiration, Rowena!

[@viktoriaciostek6184]

This is such a great perspective, I love how you break it down. Thanks for putting this out there!

[@she_was_here]

Really needed this video ❤️

[@Nuggets97]

Your videos are so inspiring! Thank you

[@memyselfandiamangel2006]

Thank you!!!! 💞

[@kajalrani0]

This video was like a much need warm hug in amidst of all the choas I was going through. Thankyou for being so magical. Because your videos always make me feel as if you just saw what problems I was going through and offered me your help.

[@her.wanderings]

Thank you for this, Ro.

[@marzettik]

This was a nice reminder video. Thanks.

[@blacksunangel636]

Hi Rowena... thanks for the good vibes 🌻

[@tayanevstrueva3494]

YYAAAAAAAYYY omg This whole week I've been watching your videos every night!! so much useful information, thank you very much for that! I'm doing a big creative project right now, and you're literally helping me with every problem I face. Thanks!

[@Smileishaa]

Just what I needed after yesterday. Oh Thanks, Ro as always your 2 cent is like finding my lost dollar suddenly .. Sending hugs xx

[@liz6245]

Promess: the content you make is up to you and me, as a watcher has the right to decide weather watching it or not, but not the right to tell creators what to do and what not. But I just wanted to say, I am happy to see you this "relaxed", loving your energy in the last videos. For a while, I dropped off your content and other productivity creators since the perfectionism portrayed in the videos gave me anxiety. Watching this channel rebuilding from a foundation of simplicity and happiness in all of his form makes me really happy. It now became a safe space where I can find myself in your words

[@StaceyScribblez]

I always get so much out of your videos Rowena! I’ve struggled for a long time to figure out balance/rest/productivity on the weekends, and this video is just perfect. Thank you for giving such good insights while staying realistic - I always leave with a sense of whimsy and inspiration after watching your videos. They remind me to slow down, do the work but be gentle with myself, and enjoy life 💕

[@mickyinwonderland9020]

This was life changing. Thank you!

[@briannarae7306]

New video makes the work day just a little bit better!

[@xo-maria]

thank you for this! i’ve been trying to figure out how to not feel so overwhelmed with life. this is so helpful in a time where we’re pressured to be hyper productive. balance is the goal & your work is so inspiring. much love from guam

[@Magdakemp89]

This video is so perfect 💜

[@melissanichole8184]

Thanks so much for making this video. So helpful!

[@stephanielegarda5443]

Great video Rowena! Such an overlooked routine of the weekend but essential to our wellness, responsibilities and fun. You can have it all just not all at once. Be here now.

[@beebsblue]

I love the idea of blocking out time for yourself in your calendar- will implement this! 💖💖💖

[@bigj5089]

U are so deep and so real .with everything word u said it’s so true this video talk about everything I feel the exact way I feel it .

[@julesrobertsyoursocialpa4364]

Great video thank you 🙏🏼 ❤️

[@thepussycat66]

I love this video so much! It's exactly what I needed today on this Saturday morning. ❤️ I appreciate your videos so much because they help me and speak to me very much. 🤗

[@emiliarose5817]

Rowena I loved this video! You always strike a beautiful balance between informational, reflective, and entertaining! I’m heading into a busy senior year of college, and I know I’m going to have a lot on my plate. I really want to make sure I can get everything done, but still make time for rest and fun! This video is super helpful and one I’m sure I’ll return to it :)

[@joyfullencounters]

Love your content so much 🥺

[@MarmiJournals]

Hi im just dropping a message to say that this seems like part of my weekend routine cause ive been watching multiple weekends since it came out:’) I feel this every weekend so i really needed this video! Thank YOU💛Watching you for the past few years i connect with your journey from self help to more and more self care! :) Sending loveee

[@Ria23854]

Love that kind of video ♥️ You show us that your life is not perfect either and how to handle it to the better. 🥰💯

[@austinsmith105]

Thank you for your Videos they bring a lot of perspective and grace to my work/study/life balance 🤣 because this week has been a week of learning deep things about me and just by watching this video I will look at weekends differently.

[@damarismowatt]

You’re literally my favourite KZbinR 😌👍🏽✨

[@GabrielaMartinsWrites]

Super happy I found this on a Saturday evening.

[@vanessamills420]

Thank you loved this. I needed to hear/watch this today. I need to communicate what I need for the Weekes so I don't melt down on Sundays. Working on getting out a funk and I loved your ideas. Thank you for sharing

[@merisaislami3359]

Loved the video❤

[@sarahmarie_e]

This is so relatable!!

[@nurseslectureforum4187]

Wow exactly 😊

[@magdaxsto]

This is like a vlog of your life, but you made it 'useful' and inspirational for us to watch! I love your videos 😍

[@olabodegbolahan1095]

What a great perspective

[@LindsayTello]

This was great! 🤩

[@samanthadavis5825]

what I need!

[@sctjeanlouis3]

This is one of my fave videos of yours. ❤️ It is very relatable. Life is not always rainbows and butterflies, but the best part is, we always have the choice to "pick up the towel" and turn things around. 😊

[@giftadisa4170]

Love your content

[@ZoeCote]

i LOVED this

[@meowsandarfs]

This made me tear up, especially on the "subtle hints" part! Thank you so much for sharing! 💖

[@jisookim___]

I LOVE YOU RO ❤️

[@northernlights430]

The whole tone and vibe of this video was so healing for me! I love self help and optimizing my life but most routine videos are so geared towards the “ideal” self rather than the moody, complex human self. Subscribed!!

[@yosuico72]

Yay! Watching your video after 11minutes of uploading this.

[@celeste9455]

We are so similar, Rowena! I have always been pushing myself and I have been thinking about weekend routine yesterday. For me, morning for laundry and grocery, then time for work out, side hustle and me time🥰

[@inazerega]

I cannot express how much I loved this video

[@itsacarolbthing5221]

I really enjoyed this video. It came at the right time for me, so thank you. Also, thank you for the footage of NYC. It's a city I love and miss. I've only been as a visitor on holiday, but it enchanted me. Thank you xx

[@dani_isla]

Great video!! Thanks so much :)

[@ashleybrianne5072]

I love your videos so much. Often I get into a rut and then somehow one of your videos shows up on my recommended. Every time it happens I break down into tears because it’s always exactly what I’m going through and exactly what I need right at the moment but it’s always so hard to make that change or to be nice to myself. When I see your videos, it soothes my soul and reminds me that I’m worth it, and that I’m only human and that’s okay. Thank you so much for always sharing this part of yourself with us. It means so much to people like myself who need a reminder that they aren’t alone 💜

[@anastasiiab9723]

Seems like Paris air is feeled our sweet Rowena with mime energy! Love the intro!

[@clairee4939]

Such a real video! Thank you so much.

[@SEAofMARINA]

Needed this video!!! Waooo thank you!!!

[@Natallz]

Just took a nap! ❤️❤️❤️

[@harfir7169]

This is so true. I manage my own time and I can ruin a weekend by thinking "I'll do it later" and postponing an easy task through the entire thing, thereby feeling guilty and never resting or enjoying it fully. So just starting, even if it's half-assed, makes the rest of my weekend so much better!

[@fathimazaidha1538]

Thank u for this amazing video Ro.Hoping to use this tips this weekend. I really like how u show the struggles in a relationship and the way u solve it instead of showing only the good moments.with love fathima❤️❤️😊😊😊😊😊❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@veronicafortunaveronica]

Rowena, I'd love to learn how to "plan my week", I feel I am too ambitious and can't find the right balance between what I must do and what I can phisically actually do. Ily

[@Rec426]

I think my main problem is that I spend too much time not doing much. I think slow productivity could help me to balance my rest time out more so that I’m not wasting my time doing aimless things. I can spend so many hours on my phone a day (I’m talking up to 5 hours or more here) and not have got anything done in both my weekdays and weekends. I think it’s still important that I have rest periods cos of my health issues but I need them to be more spaced out and I need to be doing more meaningful things in my life. Thanks Ro for sharing your thoughts on slow productivity! I’d never heard of it before you started talking about it on your channel and it makes me want to experiment with it in my life more :)

[@flowersafeheart]

I just spent a weekend dog sitting while binge-watching This Is Us (every episode is tearful therapy for me). Ate awesome, healthy, homemade food already all pre-made (in a 4+ hour epic cooking session I did during the week) so easy to just heat up and no grocery shops needed. Walks 3 times a day (and sometimes dog park) on a schedule for the dog added good little light outdoor exercise routine and structure. Ignored my phone basically other than to update the dog parent and a supportive phone call. So huge break from internet, networking, research projects, big life decisions, and phone screen. Went to a farmers market. That was it. Simple weekend and it was such a recharge. While making money for hanging with an awesome, cuddly dog and a really nice change of environment. Was also 100% break from driving car and any hunting out city parking spots. Just parked in same spot all weekend and only transportation was my feet and body which felt great.

[@ameeshi2449]

thanks for this! I was looking exactly for this - a weekend routine!

[@ThisisFit]

Love you, Rowena! Thank you for the tips. And I'm enjoying the Spanish subtitles as well :)

[@sanaxxrain]

I’ve only watched two of your videos and I feel like you’re going to change my life, I feel like no one understood me until I saw just a few of your videos. I felt so alone you’re helping me so much so thank you. I’m literally crying while typing this. You have my lifetime subscription 🥺💕

[@jocelynllamas6600]

Somehow you have successfully described exactly how I feel in your intro.... I didn't think anyone else felt this way except me. I just assumed that everyone has their ish together and has every minute of their weekend mapped out. Be tee dubs, I love this video! This is my first time watching your videos 🥳

[@nataliaontheway8017]

Haha you got me at „maybe you I wouldn’t be watching this video“🤭 yes true!😍😍 loved how rounded it up so perfectly

[@its.asmaa_]

It feels like you and Jams share the same vibe and I live for that kind of relationship ❤Kisses ✨

[@omenajohn2953]

All the best in your routine

[@rebeloca6657]

I just wanna say that I love ur mind, ur soul and it being.. I've been a fan since years back, but I rarely comment and I have three accounts and I sub from all of them on your channel.. I wish you the best of life.. Thank you for existing..

[@sarasworst]

YES !! the power of boredom!

[@MissVasques]

Inspiring. I’ve heard time and time again that to plan out your free time gives you good reenergized free time. Doing this is a bit of a struggle though. Like giving myself hours of ”allowed” tv time instead of having them but most of the time trying to make myself something ”useful”. Something for next week when hopefully my covid is gone. Blessed for vaccine and a milder version than when I got it 2020.

[@salmakhaled6713]

outstanding video!