The Lazy Genius Podcast Bonus: How to Approach Holiday Downtime
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Dec 18, 2025 Navigating the shift from holiday hustle to downtime can be tricky. The host discusses how to approach unstructured time with a light plan in mind. She emphasizes the importance of deciding the purpose of your downtime—whether it's for rest, play, or connection with family. Listeners are encouraged to manage expectations and find joy in the reality of holiday breaks. The warm insights tap into the often messy, yet beautiful, dynamics of family time during the holidays.
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Define The Purpose Of Your Time
- Determine the purpose of your holiday downtime: rest, play, socializing, or projects.
- Decide which kind of rest you need (relax, reset, recharge) and plan accordingly.
Holiday Downtime Is Its Own Animal
- Holiday downtime differs from ordinary free time because it often involves longer stretches and other people.
- That mix of packed and empty days can feel both wonderful and challenging.
Cozy Vision Vs. Real Household Life
- Kendra imagines cozy downtime of reading, napping, and movies but contrasts it with her real life.
- Her reality includes a husband, three kids, a moving mom, and extroverted children who disrupt the idealized vision.