Research: How “Leisure Crafting” Can Help You Recharge

Hear Me Out, Decluttering Is Actually So Relaxing—5 Tasks I Always Do to Unwind

Damian Lugowski / Getty ImagesAfter a long, hard week, I always find myself wanting to declutter my space to unwind and reset my space. Before you raise your eyebrows, hear me out: Decluttering allows me to focus on one thing at a time without getting overwhelmed, and leaves my space feeling cleaner and tidier. I turn on my favorite music or show to play in the background as I get to work, and let myself get in the zone.Below, I share all the de…

Research: How “Leisure Crafting” Can Help You Recharge

At the end of a long workweek, most people hope to recharge by vegging out and engaging in passive activities like watching TV or scrolling on their phones. Yet a series of studies argues that there’s a better way to feel refreshed by Monday: “leisure crafting.”  Leisure crafting means structuring activities that you already enjoy so that they 1) help you set individual goals, 2) foster social connections, and/or 3) build skills or teach you som…