How to have a great weekend: PP121
We talk often about how to have a great work week, or just a work day here at Productive Pastor. But we don’t talk often about having a great weekend.
Time off is essential to energy management and ministry health. For this conversation, I dipped back into the OLD Productive Pastor archives to pull content from 2013. Let’s tune into vintage PP content and learn about how we can take intentional steps to have great weekends/time off in ministry.
Episode Highlights:
Reactivity vs. Proactivity in Ministry Leadership: In this episode, we grapple with the critical difference between being reactive and proactive in our ministry roles, with a special focus on maintaining our energy and enthusiasm by strategically planning our weekends.
Understanding Sabbath vs. Day Off: A pivotal takeaway is distinguishing between a Sabbath and a day off, a crucial concept for those of us in ministry. Learn why you should not expect two Sabbaths each week and how to differentiate between true rest and merely a day free from work responsibilities.
Top Tips for a Great Weekend:
Find Something Special: Make your weekend extraordinary by indulging in something you love, but reserve only for your days off. Whether it's a special coffee blend or a trip to visit a friend, make it unique.
Find Something Regular: Establish a routine that you look forward to each weekend. It could be a specific Friday lunch spot or a Saturday morning ritual—something that brings consistency and joy.
Build Relationships: Use this time to strengthen bonds with those you love. Plan activities with family or friends, ensuring your weekends are about connection as much as they are about rest.
Resource Recap: Inspired by Laura Vanderkam's insightful readings, such as "What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast," I discuss how planning your time off is instrumental in having a fulfilling weekend.
Personal Reflections and Tips: From creating an ideal morning routine to making Sundays—my least favorite day—a day I now cherish, this episode is packed with practical insights. I share how replicating my perfect workday start, even on Sundays, revolutionized my week.
Toolbox Tip: Making Your Least Favorite Day Better
Are you plagued by a day of the week you just can't stand? Learn how to transform it by starting with a routine that mirrors your ideal morning. Experience the mental shift as you head into the day better prepared and more enthusiastic.
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