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53 Fun Things You Can Do This Weekend

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Are you worn-out and jaded from the same old routine? Why not try and plan some fun weekend activities?

It is common for people to start being a little stereotypical or monotonous over a period. However, one must identify when such time comes and take steps to bring back the same gusto in their life.

If you have fallen victim to such dull life, then contemplate fun things to do this weekend.

You can plan something with your family or friends and get out of your regular boring comfort zone. Or you may also check the local adverts and plan for fun things going this weekend in your city. It would surely require some effort on your part.

After all, no one will pick you up from your couch in front of the TV. That part is only to be done by none other than – YOU!

However, if you have run out of ideas or options, we have some great ideas about fun things to do over the weekend. Peruse the coming sections to check out cheap, entertaining, fun, and amazing ideas that we have jotted down.

Here are some fun things to do on weekends:

Get Moving

1. Go For a Walk:

One of the simplest and most fun things on weekends is going out for a walk. It’s healthy and doesn’t cost a penny.

2. Go For a Run:

Once again, running will not require spending any money, only your energies. You can keep your body healthy and at the same time admire nature’s beauty.

3. Learn to Juggle:

Juggling is fun and improves concentration. You can learn more about juggling through Lifehack’s guide that can help you learn the basics.

4. Go Swimming:

Swimming is good for your health and keeps you fit. If you fall in love with it, you might make it a regular fun thing to do on a Sunday.

5. Drum:

Drumming with or without equipment can help you remain occupied in a fun way. You can work out a groove and enjoy it at the same time.

6. Dance:

Resolve to have extreme fun this weekend with dancing. You can use a radio, speaker, or TV and start dancing to your favorite tune. Who knows, it might become one of your top fun things to do on a Saturday.

7. Community Sports:

If you are looking for fun stuff to do this weekend, why not check out the community sports in your vicinity. It gives you the opportunity to play your favorite sport and know you community in a better way.

Check Out Your Local Community

8. Watch Wildlife:

If you want something to do this weekend, then head out to the nearest local park and watch nature in action.

9. Head to the Playground:

There is no age discrimination at a playground. If you want to enjoy this weekend, why not spend it within the bounds of your community garden and have fun on the joy rides?

10. Do Some Gardening:

Gardening is one of the best fun activities this weekend if you are not committed elsewhere. It also helps you gain a lot of positivity.

11. Car Boot Sales:

Plan a car boot sale yourself or visit your neighbor who organized it. Interact with your community and keep yourself occupied with this fun activity.

12. Check your Community Calendar:

There is always something exciting going on in the community, and you can check your council’s website for further details on any upcoming events.

13. Join a Film or Book Club:

You can plan to join a book club or film club to keep you occupied in a fun way over the weekend. It also opens up the possibility of meeting some exciting people.

14. Visit Friends:

Meeting friends and old colleagues help you get out of the rut and have fun. Plan an outing with them or invite them over for lunch or dinner.

15. Volunteer Work:

You can consider doing volunteer work to contribute to society and feel good. Nothing gives more satisfaction than giving back to the community.

16. Visit Free Museums:

On visiting your local council’s website, you can procure details about the free museums in your vicinity and make plans to spend time there on weekends.

17. Visit a Zoo or Wildlife Reserve:

As you plan for fun things this weekend, consider visiting a zoo or wildlife reserve if you have kids in your family.

18. Become a Dog Walker:

Why not be a good neighbor and help them become a dog walker. Besides having a good time, you can expect to make some money too!

19. Volunteer at a Race Track:

Every race track needs marshals for their regular events, and you can volunteer to help them over weekends.

Stay Indoors

20. Make Some Bread:

Making your own bread can be a great mood booster over weekends. It is a simple and cost-effective habit that keeps you occupied. You can learn how to bake a loaf here.

21. Make Popcorns:

Take a break and make some popcorns. This cooking errand will surely help to lift your mood. Here is how to make Popcorn.

22. Organize a Budget Food Contest:

Make your weekends fun by organizing food content. Make it competitive by keeping small rewards. It will make things more exciting and fun.

23. Netflix:

If you do not wish you move out of the comfort of your home since you are tired, you can plan to watch Netflix. There are numerous movies and TV shows that can keep you occupied. Choose the video based on your choice and spend your weekend leisurely.

24. Free Films on YouTube:

If you don’t want to spend on OTT platforms such as Netflix, simply start YouTube and type “full movie” in the search bar. It will display numerous movies that you can enjoy over the weekend.

25. Go On a YouTube Marathon:

YouTube is amazing when it comes to finding interesting videos. You can go on a YouTube marathon and search for “most funniest” or “most scariest” videos and turn your weekend into a fun day.

26. BBC iPlayer (Europe Only):

If you reside in Europe, you can avail yourself of the advantage of BBC iPlayer. Numerous programs can keep you occupied over the weekend and offer valuable insight.

27. Play Free Online Games:

If you are a computer geek, use the online gaming arena and play free games. It will keep you relaxed over the weekend. If you want some inspiration, then check Lifehack’s Relaxing Games guide.

28. Search Wikipedia:

Wikipedia is a source of immense knowledge. There are so many things that we still do not know. Use your weekends productively by searching for credible information from this knowledge source.

29. Craigslist/Freecycle:

Craigslist and Freecycle have become pretty useful in finding information about the interesting events nearby. You can use the local version of these websites and scout for anything that interests you.

30. Blog:

If you want to share your knowledge with the world, why not start your blog using WordPress? You get the opportunity to present your views and pass the information to the readers. Make the best use of your weekends by writing blogs and connecting with people worldwide.

31. Have a Board Game Day:

Not interested in using your mobile or laptop? Try the traditional board games. Call your friends or family members to join you in classic chess games or snakes or ladder. You can choose the game of your choice to make it a fun weekend.

32. Make a Homemade Pizza:

There will be nothing more exciting for you if you are a foodie than making a pizza at home. Use Lifehack’s guide to make the perfect homemade pizza.

Get Creative

33. Make a Paper Fortune Teller:

You can try this fun activity for the weekend as it’s good for all ages. It is a simple activity that amuses every participant. Here is a free guide to trying paper fortune tellers.

34. Play Pen and Pencil Games:

Many games can be tried with the help of a simple pen or paper. Tick-tac-toe, battleship, or hangman are a few such examples.

35. Play the Sentence Game:

It is a fun game where the participants take turns to write a sentence on a piece of paper and pass it on to others. The resultant story sometimes becomes pretty hilarious. It’s a fun activity that can become very exciting for everyone.

36. Make a Kite:

Kites are amazing, and making them yourself becomes fun too! You can use this simple guide to making a homemade kite, and when you are done, you can fly them anywhere you want.

37. Have a Go at Origami:

Use this traditional Japanese art to have fun over the weekend. It requires paper and a certain skill. You can master this game from websites like Origami Instructions.

38. Draw:

Let your imagination take over your weekend. Take a paper and start drawing whatever your mind tells you to. Experiment a little with colors, too, and have fun.

39. Write a Letter:

People don’t write letters anymore. Why not use your free weekends to bring back the forgotten art. It is bound to impress and even awe your friends or relatives when they receive it.

40. Raid Pinterest for DIY Ideas:

Social media has opened wild doors, and you can open any of these doors to keep you occupied over weekends. Pinterest is one such portal that presents awesome design ideas. You can even get creative DIY ideas from here that you can try over weekends at home.

41. Volunteer at Your Local Theater:

Check with the local theatre in your neighborhood if they need any volunteers, from being an usher to giving out tickets. It might also be a great experience for you.

42. Audition for a Play:

Why not become an artist in a local play. Give auditions over the weekend and check if you would be fit to play any part that you find exciting.

43. Creative Writing:

Write whatever comes to your mind. Use your thoughts and imagination and bring them to life on paper. You may even use a computer to type away and use your creativity.

Have fun with kids

44. Play Hide and Seek:

Kids can keep you occupied for hours. Hide and seek is often the most favored game by small kids. It also gives great fun to adults. So use your weekends to plan fun hide-and-seek activities with your kids.

45. Hopscotch:

While you might already know how to play hopscotch, your kids might have never heard about this game. Teach them and in the process, have fun playing it too. Here is a basic guide to hopscotch.

46. Build a Fort:

You can literally build a fort anywhere in your home. You just need a few places to fix up a blanket or a set of cardboard boxes. Be creative and make an awesome mini-for for your little ones. Have fun over the weekends by becoming a child yourself. Check out this video on how to make one:

47. Have a Kip:

You cannot imagine what short naps can do. It works wonders in restoring your energy. Even a short kip can make you feel fresh and rejuvenated.

48. DIY or Cleaning:

Look around and see if you have any pending home errands like washing clothes, cleaning shelves, or fixing the sink. Use your weekends productively by working on such tasks. Involve your kids so that they learn and have fun with it.

49. Make Bubbles:

Kids love bubbles, and you can try to make them in different ways. Use this quick guide to learn how to make bubbles with household products.

Learn Something New

50. Listen to the Radio or Podcasts:

Get yourself a good radio or start listening to podcasts. They provide ample information and are a very good source of entertainment.

51. Read:

There is hardly any better way to enjoy your quiet time at home over the weekend. Pick up a novel you forgot to read since you were so busy. Here is a list of 20 books for inspiration.

52. Learn a Foreign Language:

It’s really fun learning a new language. Take up courses that teach French, Italian, or any other language that excites you. You can even check out Babbel or Verbalplanet, which offers various language courses.

53. Take an Online Course:

Websites like Coursera and Teachable offer innumerable options for learning across various domains. You can browse through and choose the skills you find interesting and then register to use your weekends to learn them.

Final Words

Many of us feel relaxed on weekends, but others have no idea how to make weekends fun. It is for them that we have prepared this list. Peruse the detailed options and choose the ones that tickle your minds.

You can even create your fun activity besides the ones mentioned above. After all, it’s about what makes you feel good on your fun day!

14. Invitation to a Movie

A: What are you doing this weekend?

B: I’m going to the movies with a friend. How about you?

A: I’m not sure yet.

B: Well, did you want to go see a movie with me?

A: What movie are you going to see?

B: I’m not sure yet. Is there something you want to see?

A: There’s nothing I can think of.

B: So, did you want to go?

A: No, thanks, maybe another time.

B: Okay, sounds good.

A: Do you know what you’re going to do this weekend?

B: I am going to see a movie with a friend of mine. What about you?

B: Would you like to see a movie with me and my friend?

A: Do you know what movie you’re going to watch?

B: I don’t know, but was there a certain movie you wanted to see?

A: None that I can think of.

B: Well, would you like to go?

A: Thank you for inviting me, but I think I’ll pass.

B: All right. Another time then.

A: You have any ideas as to what you want to do this weekend?

B: I’m going to the movie theater with my friend. What are you going to do?

A: I’m not quite sure yet.

B: How about you see a movie with me and my friend?

A: What movie are you and your friend planning on watching?

B: Not sure. Is there a movie out that catches your eye?

A: No good movies come to mind.

B: Have you decided whether or not you would like to go?

What do you want to play this weekend?

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Might PES on PS4.

OZ10 ​, which warhammer? I was looking yesterday at wh40k releases I hadn’t poked at yet and there are a few since the last couple I’ve played, trying to decide which one to dig into as a first new one to pick up in a few years now. any recommends from anyone?

I’ll hopefully be playing Powerslave Exhumed, and some local multiplayer games with my wife.

OZ10 ​, which warhammer? I was looking yesterday at wh40k releases I hadn’t poked at yet and there are a few since the last couple I’ve played, trying to decide which one to dig into as a first new one to pick up in a few years now. any recommends from anyone?

That’s a good question, we are playing 9th edition but we might also play some Kill Team as well. I have a 1,000 point army of Necrons from the Warhammer 40K Indomitus box, and I believe it even came with a Codex for the Space Marines but I could be wrong. The friend who is visiting us actually took the Space Marines and I took the Necrons and split the whole pack 50/50.

Nothing in particular, but the 24 hours of Le Mans starts tomorrow morning and Formula 1 is at Azerbaijan so it’ll be a fun racing weekend.

Games of choice this weekend are probably going to be: Valheim, Genshin Impact, and Back 4 Blood. I finally beat all the campaign runs of Back 4 Blood on Nightmare difficulty but I want to try it with new characters and different decks builds now that I got the hang of it. Also some of my friends are starting up a new Valheim server so I planned on hoping on their to claim some land and start building my base. Should be a fun weekend!

I’m on call this weekend, which means no FF14 unless I want to craft or fish. I’ll probably put some more time into Rytmik Studio.

I’m picking up a new headset today (SteelSeries Arctis 7+) and World of Warships is probably the easiest way to test it, since it’s currently the only multiplayer game I play

I reeeeeally want to get through Legends of Heroes: Trails in the Sky, or at least get close to getting through it. The game is great so far but the anticipation of the second game is killing me. People absolutely LOVE the series and apparently it all really picks up at the second game. I’ve loved this one so far so if it gets significantly better than this, that’s going to be awesome.

Our friday D&D game has been moved to saturday, and I need to do maintenance on virtual hosts this weekend so that might be all I manage to play. If I get the time I’ve got a Stellaris game going I’d like to finish

My weekend started last night, and I already put in a few hours of the original Saints Row. I’m around 50% complete though I only finished off one of the (four?) main storylines. Have done a lot of the side activities to get the bennies.

I’m going to be playing The Quarry all weekend. Freaking stoked to play it when I get home, Until Dawn was one of my favorite PS4 titles and, while not as good, I’ve thoroughly enjoyed the smaller Dark Picture games that Supermassive Games has been putting out between releases. I figure I’ll get my first playthrough finished this weekend as I’ve got Monday off and it’s supposed to rain most of the weekend (this is beyond normal Oregon weather at this point, I think we’ve had a total of 1 day that’s even reached 80 this year).

I’m probably laying off the video games this weekend. A couple in my group is getting wrecked by the VID. I might play a couple games with my waifu, but we’re going on a trip next week and want to get ready for that.

I’m also still on the Fallout 4 modding rampage. I want to see how many more mods I can get on there before my computer runs it as a slideshow.

I reeeeeally want to get through Legends of Heroes: Trails in the Sky, or at least get close to getting through it. The game is great so far but the anticipation of the second game is killing me. People absolutely LOVE the series and apparently it all really picks up at the second game. I’ve loved this one so far so if it gets significantly better than this, that’s going to be awesome.

Yea, I still haven’t finished that one

Great David Lynch link. That made me laugh, he’s so cooky but I love it.

Anyways. I am going to try to beat Elden Ring this weekend (fingers crossed) or if I am too burned out after working the weekend as well, probably Lego Star Wars Skywalker Saga and finish the last trilogy. Not looking for ward to that one.

I’m playing Sleeping Dogs for the first time. I’m really enjoying it so far. I have also been going back and playing Titan Quest which is always a good time. Still trying to finish up the DLC’s for Immortals. It’ll be a busy weekend so I’m not sure how much I will get to play but we will see! I hope you all have a wonderful weekend!

Great David Lynch link. That made me laugh, he’s so cooky but I love it.

Anyways. I am going to try to beat Elden Ring this weekend (fingers crossed) or if I am too burned out after working the weekend as well, probably Lego Star Wars Skywalker Saga and finish the last trilogy. Not looking for ward to that one.

It makes me happy to know someone clicked the link and laughed. He does daily short Youtube videos where he talks about something random, gives a weather update for his part of Cali, and then another video about the daily numbers. Knowing Lynch there is some meaning behind the videos but I couldn’t tell you what it is. Oh, and there is a Twitter account that posts every Friday, and it’s just clips of David Lynch saying «It’s Friday once again».

Ahh I said a few weeks ago I wouldnt buy any more new games untill I completed a few I already have. And then Chivalry 2 releases.

I have not played a game with this big a grim on my face in a LONG time! Also played Sniper Elite 5 a bit, some Dying Light 2, some Snowrunners. Man there is just not enough time in a weekend 🙁

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Weekend Productivity: How to Plan and Make the Most Out of Your Weekend

Weekend should be fun and not everyone wants to plan every minute of the day. If this is what you have in your mind right now, you are absolutely right. You don’t have to plan every minute of the day, including weekends, but one thing I know for sure, weekend is actually the secret weapon that highly successful people make use to recharge themselves and get themselves ready for the coming week.

If you don’t plan your weekend, your weekdays will be affected and you will never be productive and get the most out of your workdays.

Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying that you should plan every minute and every hour of your weekend and make your weekend full of work. No, this is not it, in fact, it should be the complete opposite. Read more and I’ll share with you how to do it.

I love planning and when it comes to time management and productivity, one of the best gurus I always go back for more is none other than the time management expert, Laura Vanderkam, the best-selling author of “What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast”.

I strongly suggest you read the book because it will open your mind to how you plan and make use of your mornings and weekends. This book is also listed as one of the best books that I recommend reading.

Why Weekend Planning is Important to Your Overall Productivity

Imagine going through a lousy weekend where you are totally bored and feeling exhausted, do you think you can hit your Monday strong?

According to Laura Vanderkam, we need to get ourselves prepared for Monday so that we can have our first workday of the week ready to go. She says:

“To do that, you need weekends that rejuvenate you, rather than exhaust or disappoint you. Cross-training makes you a better athlete, and likewise, exercise, volunteer work, spiritual activities, and hands-on parenting make you a better worker than if you just worked all the time.”

Use Your Weekends to Recharge and Rejuvenate Yourself

You use your weekends to rejuvenate yourself, replenish your energy and refreshes your soul.

And if you are not doing anything on your weekends and you just let the time slips by, by Sunday night, you will feel frustrated and disappointed that you have just wasted your weekend.

If you think that work should be work and home should be home, where the two should never meet, you are right.

However, do understand that sometimes, working a little bit on the weekends, especially with proper planning, can buy you a more balanced life during the week. It makes you feel accomplished, fulfilled, and joyful because you feel that you’re doing great in every area of your life.

Weekend Activities Connect Your Mind, Body, and Soul

We all know the phrase, “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy”. Nobody wants to be like Jack, living life with all work and no play, I don’t want that kind of life either. And this is exactly why weekend planning is even more important.

Allow me to explain. We all prefer to do different things on the weekends, and this is why we schedule different activities that engage different parts of our brains.

After going through the entire weekdays of hard work, we want to have activities that relax us and make us light. We do not want to repeat our weekdays on our weekends. This is why we rotate different activities and hobbies on the weekends.

When you read What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast, you will discover that extraordinary people plan their weekends according to what they love doing.

Celebrity chef, Marcus Samuelsson plays soccer, Bill McGowan, the television correspondent chops firewood, and Rafael Vinoly, the famous architect plays piano on the weekends.

The takeaway is that doing different activities allow your mind, body, and soul to recover from the stress and exhaustion you encounter during the week.

You feel more complete and fully recharge with energy and are ready to go again when Monday hits.

Weekend Planning Creates Anticipation and Joy

The Harvard psychologist, Daniel Gilbert says that when people were told they’d won a free dinner at a fancy French restaurant, most didn’t want to head over right away, they wanted to wait, to savor the anticipation of their fine dare and to optimize their pleasure.

The anticipation of looking forward to something makes you joyful. Planning some fun and exciting events on your weekends gives you something to look forward to and something to anticipate.

Just like the ritual of opening the presents on Christmas morning. It only takes a few minutes to open the presents, but the anticipation of seeing the presents under the tree can last for weeks. And it is this “looking forward” feeling that makes planning for your weekends worthwhile.

Imagine you have something to look forward to doing on the weekend, doesn’t that make you feel happy and can’t wait for the weekend to arrive?

Are you convinced now on why you have to plan your weekend and make your overall life more productive?

How to Make the Most Out of Your Weekends

Weekend planning can be something fun. You don’t have to make it sound like work because it is not! Remember, you are planning the fun activities into your weekends.

Of course, you can also plan in your work, but many experts, including Vanderkam, do not suggest you plan your weekend solely for work. It needs to have fun in order to recharge your mind, body, and soul.

Weekend Planning Golden Rule: Set Your Anchors

Here’s the golden rule according to Vanderkam:

“A good weekend needs a plan. Not a minute-by-minute plan, not a spreadsheet full of details, but just a few fun anchor events sketched in ahead of time.”

For instance, you don’t have to plan every minute or hour of your weekends, but just schedule a few anchor events such as a Saturday date night, a 2-hour reading, a morning exercise for an hour, family game time, etc.

Here’s an example:

You don’t have to fill your entire weekend with activities, just a couple of anchor events that you love to do will make your weekends great.

Here are some great tips you should consider when it comes to planning for your weekend:

1. Plan for what you want to do

Most people have the wrong perception and think that planning is only for work or planning is often associates with work and there is no fun.

This is completely wrong. For weekend planning, you should plan for something that you love doing, something that you look forward to doing. For example, your hobbies, sports, computer games, family outings, etc.

The more fun and excitement you engage on the weekends, the better you will feel and the more ready you can be when Monday comes.

You can plan your work if you want to, but make sure that those are the work that you love doing, not work that drags down your mood and spoils your weekend.

If you don’t like reading, you don’t have to include it as your anchor event. Anchor event should be something that you love doing and looking forward to.

For me, I love reading and I put it as one of the things that I will do each Sunday evening. I spend about an hour reading books that I love.

2. Schedule your downtime

Sometimes, it can be hard to predict how your weekend will turn out. And thus, this is why you must get ready and schedule your downtime. You don’t have to make every moment on your weekend counts. What you want is a productive weekend, not an exhausting weekend.

Hence, schedule some downtime. For me, I schedule my downtime an hour or two after lunch on weekends.

This is because it is midday and usually, I feel a little sleepy after my lunch. And whenever I find necessary, I will take a short power nap.

You don’t have to follow and do what I did. You can schedule your own downtime. After all, you are the one who understands your own timing and schedule the most. Sometimes your friends come visit, sometimes you feel tired and need a nap, sometimes you need to do the chores, sometimes you just want to lie on your couch and do nothing, etc.

You should be able to expect how your weekends will turn out. Just schedule a few anchor events will do, and slot in your downtime.

3. Create your list of 100-weekend dreams

Have no idea what to do on your weekends, don’t worry, just list down 100 of your weekend dreams. Well, these are not dreams like “traveling to Hawaii” or “visit the Eiffel Tower”, rather, these are dreams that you can do during the weekend.

Here are some good examples:

You don’t have to make your weekends boring. With these dreams and things that you want to do, you will be looking forward to your weekends.

What you have to do right now is to list down as much of your dreams as possible. And then plan them and schedule them into your weekends. Cross or write “Victory” next to the dreams that you have achieved.

And the next time when you look at your list, you will be extremely fulfilled and feeling satisfied.

4. Create a blissful morning

Mornings are the most important time of your day. And if you want to make your day blissful, make sure you do something that will boost your mood in the morning. When you have a great start, your entire day will be great.

If you read the book from Laura Vanderkam, you will discover that one of the most common things that successful people do in the morning is exercise.

Highly successful people spend use their mornings to move their body and sweat. They are busy people, yet, they believe that exercise is one of the most important activities and they do it the first thing in the morning.

Science has found that when you exercise, your brain will release endorphins, a chemical that stimulates joy. You feel happier after your exercise session. And not only that, we all know that exercise is beneficial to our physical health too. Plus, when you’re in shape, you have higher energy and able to accomplish more in your daily life.

Therefore, make your morning blissful by starting your day with moving your body. I don’t go for heavy exercise in the morning. Usually, I will just spend about 15 minutes to do some simple stretching.

5. Make the best use of Sunday night

If morning is the best time to exercise, then Sunday night will be the best time for planning.

Before the new week starts, plan for it. Write down your to-do list. Identify the targets and goals that you want to achieve for the week. Review your goals and build a plan to achieve them.

Your week may not turn out as what you have planned, but having a plan is much better than having no plan at all. This is because when you have a plan, you know where you’re going and you will become proactive. When you have no idea what to do, you will become reactive and wait for things to happen.

I have a diary where I use it to write down all my to-dos. I found that I’m more productive and able to get more things done when I write down what needs to get done in my diary.

And one more thing, it is extremely important to constantly review your plan. If I keep my diary in the drawer, highly likely I will forget what I needed to do and never do it. Whatever that is out of your sight will be out of your mind.

Hence, make your plan visible to you. And always keep it in your mind.

9 Things Highly Successful People Do On the Weekends

What you do each day and each weekend separates you from the rest. So what do the highly successful people do on their weekends? Here are the 9 things…

1. Wake up early

I know its weekend and you wish to sleep longer, but this is not what the highly successful do. The highly successful choose to continue to wake up early like their normal weekdays.

The CEO of Apple, Tim Cook, says that he wakes up as early as 3.45am every morning, including weekends.

And recently, I watched the news about the richest man in Hong Kong, Lee Ka Shing, announced his retirement at age 89. And he said on TV that he wakes up at 5.55am every single day, without fail. And he chooses to work until these days. Can you imagine his passion and how dedicated he is towards his business empire?

It is false to assume that you need to stay on your bed until midday just because it is weekend.

If you are serious about becoming extraordinary and want to achieve outstanding success in life, be committed and wake up early like most of the highly successful people did, even during the weekends.

2. Make time for family and friends

Weekdays can be a busy day for most people because they need to go to work. However, weekend can be something more easy-going and a perfect time to spend with people you care about, your family and friends.

If you are busy working during the weekdays, weekends can be the best time to be with the people you love.

“It’s not easy, but my children remind me every day how important it is to set aside time for family activities. I’m continually striving to maintain that balance.”
– Sergey Petrossov, CEO, and founder of JetSmarter

3. Pursue what you love to do

One of the most amazing things that extraordinary people do on their weekends is to pursue their hobbies. Warren Buffett, one of the world’s most successful investors, says that he uses his spare time like the weekend to play the ukulele.

You can never imagine what successful people love doing when they are free. George W. Bush, the 43rd President of the US says that he enjoys oil painting in his off days. The award-winning actress, Meryl Streep says that she loves to knit during her free time, especially weekends.

So what do you love to do? What are your hobbies? Do you love to play tennis like Richard Branson? Do you love to hike like Jack Dorsey? Or do you love to play bridge like Bill Gates?

Do something that you love on your weekends. Make your weekends fun. And use these times to recharge your energy and replenish your soul.

4. Exercise

Do I need to explain this further? Well, just make your morning blissful through exercise. Stay active and move your body.

5. Read a book

Reading is one of the most common habits of the highly successful. Just like exercise, successful people believe that reading makes them better because it widens their perspective and keeps them up-to-date.

In an interview, Warren Buffett was asked about his secret to success. And he pointed to a stack of books, and then said:

“Read 500 pages like this every day. That’s how knowledge works. It builds up, like compound interest. All of you can do it, but I guarantee not many of you will do it.”

Highly successful people are great readers. And this is what I do each day too, not just during weekends. And if you think that you are too busy to read on the weekdays, schedule time to read on the weekends.

Perhaps, you can grab a book and read it in Starbucks for 2 hours in the afternoon. Sounds great, right?

And if you have no idea what books to read, read THESE BOOKS that I recommend.

6. Reflect on your life

We have all heard about how Steve Jobs asked himself a reflection question that allowed him to focus on his goal. Each morning, Jobs looked into the mirror and asked:

“’If today were the last day of my life, would I want to do what I am about to do today?’ If the Answer is ‘no’ for too many days in a row, I know I need to change something.”

And Bill Gates, the founder of Microsoft also said:

“It’s fine to celebrate success but it is more important to heed the lessons of failure.”

Reflection is what allows us to ponder and improve on what we have previously done. How can you tell if you are doing the right thing if you don’t reflect?

So, use your weekend to reflect on what you have done during the week. And then make an adjustment to your following week. If things are not working out, change your strategy a little.

This is why Laura Vanderkam suggests people to plan and review their week on Sunday night. It builds momentum for the next day.

7. Disconnect yourself from the world

Now, you don’t have to disconnect yourself from the world the entire weekend. What you can do is to stay away from distractions and be in the moment for a couple of hours.

For instance, switch off your phone while you take a walk in the park for an hour. There will be no distraction and you are all by yourself. It is liberating.

You should plan for ‘no work’ time. And taking your Saturday night to Sunday midday off is nice.

8. Giving back to the world

Tom Corley, the author of “Rich Habits” says that 73% of wealthy people volunteer for at least 5 hours or more per month. When you volunteer and help out, you reduce your stress and put yourself in the right perspective.

And guess what, your weekends can be a great time to volunteer and give back to the society. So plan and use your weekend time wisely.

9. Plan for the coming week

“Saturday I take off. I hike. And then Sunday is reflections, feedback, strategy and getting ready for the rest of the week.”

This is what Jack Dorsey, the co-founder of Twitter and Square said. You have to understand that weekends are the secret weapon in professional success because what you do during the two golden days will affect your overall wellbeing and energy for the coming week.

Just like what Vanderkam writes in her book, “You need to hit Monday ready to go.”

Conclusion

Now that you know how to plan for your weekend and what highly successful people do during the weekends.

Make your weekend productive by planning it. The word “plan” does not have to associate with work or boring stuff. Plan for the things that love to do and are passionate about. Make your weekend fun and engaging.

Hi there, this is Shawn. I inspire people to achieve their goals and dreams and to reach for higher success in life. If you want to learn more about me, kindly go to the About page. By the way, have you downloaded your FREE copy of The 90-90-1 Rule? Don’t forget to do so. Cheers. 🙂

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