A Week in My Life: Settling Back Home and Getting into Work Routine

🛠️Unpacking and settling back in after being away for a month can feel overwhelming and time-consuming.

💤Dealing with jet lag can affect productivity and disrupt daily routines.

🥘Cooking and meal planning can be a challenge after being away, but creative solutions like using leftovers or simplifying meals can help.

📆Using productivity tools like Notion Calendar can help organize schedules and tasks more effectively.

😺Taking breaks and spending time with pets can improve overall well-being and increase productivity.

How did you deal with jet lag?

—I tried to stay awake until a reasonable bedtime in my new time zone and avoided taking long naps during the day.

How did you manage cooking and meal planning?

—I made use of leftovers and simplified meals to make the transition easier. Meal prepping and using productivity tools like Notion Calendar helped me stay organized.

How did you get back into your work routine?

—I took it slow and focused on prioritizing tasks. Having a clear schedule and setting realistic goals helped me ease back into a productive work routine.

What were your challenges in settling back home?

—Unpacking and organizing everything after being away for a month was time-consuming and overwhelming. It took some time to find a sense of normalcy and get back into a routine.

How did spending time with your pet improve your productivity?

—Taking breaks to spend time with my pet helped me relax and recharge. It improved my mood and overall well-being, which in turn increased my productivity.

00:00Introduction and overview of the upcoming week.

00:15Unpacking and settling back in after a month away.

02:22Dealing with the challenges of jet lag.

07:49Cooking and meal planning after being away.

13:43Using productivity tools like Notion Calendar for organization.

16:04Taking breaks and spending time with pets for mental health.

20:56Preparations for a gathering with friends at home.

22:40Final thoughts and lessons learned from the week.