Get lost in a good book

How do you normally spend your Sunday afternoons? Do you like to potter around your home and do a quick tidy up as you meander from room to room? Find a quiet spot to relax and indulge in some ‘me time’? Or is this time solely dedicated to chilling at home with the family? I, personally, like spending lazy Sunday afternoons doing a combination of productive yet painless tasks that make life easier during the working week, as well as some mood-boosting activities that allow me to say farewell to the weekend feeling happy, refreshed and ready for the week ahead.

Here are 15 ways you can make the most of your lazy Sunday afternoon. There’s something for everyone: from pleasurable pastimes for those who like to have fun, chill out and savour the last few hours of their weekend; to easy and effortless tasks for those who prefer to get their house and life in order for the start of the new week; plus a few activities that fall somewhere in-between.

1. Get lost in a good book
2. Do some gentle exercise
3. Host a casual get-together
4. Take a long soak in the tub
5. Get out of your comfort zone
6. Potter around the garden
7. Prepare meals for the week
8. Enjoy a movie marathon
9. Phone (or Skype) a friend or family member
10. Bring order to your home
11. Stop and smell the roses
12. Whip up a batch of sweet treats
13. Challenge your family to a board-game battle
14. Tackle a DIY project
15. Catch up on washing