Why 'Doing Nothing' Is My Ultimate Schedule Management Technique

Summer vacation is almost here.
For working moms and solo entrepreneurs alike, this is a time when schedules are more prone to chaos than usual, which is why I feel thatdesigning 'white space'is incredibly important.

In this post, I’ll share my thoughts on
the idea that 'resting is part of the job'
and how I go about scheduling my own 'days of doing nothing'
in a relaxed way.

Resting is also a real job

I truly believe that
those who can create white space do better work.

'To rest well, you must work well.'
But the reverse is also true:
to work well, you must rest well.

However, in reality—
people with completely packed schedules
can sometimes look like they are 'good at their jobs,' can't they?

But personally, when I see someone with no white space in their schedule,
I get the feeling that 'this person might not be managing their work very well.'

I even think that a schedule without white space
is actuallya sign of 'being unable to handle the work.'

My 'schedule for not scheduling'

I make sure to include
'days with no plans' in my own schedule.

In other words, I consciously reserve
'time to do nothing' as a scheduled event.

It’s not just slacking off; it’s
time to reset myself.I need these 'days of doing nothing'

so that my mind and heart don't get overwhelmed.

Because I want to be able to properly handle urgent requests

Since my main work is copywriting, I often receive
sudden consultations or requests for manuscript revisions.

If my schedule were packed tight, I would end up
providing sloppy responses or feeling panicked.

That is exactly why I create
'white space' from the start.

I feel that this allows me to treat others with more care,
and as a result,it leads to trust.

I'm tired of hearing 'I can't do it because of this and that' (lol)

'I can't do this because of that.'
'I can't move because that person is doing this.'

No, I understand why you'd want to say that.
I feel the same way (lol).

But complaining all the time
doesn't change anything.

In the end,your schedule isn't someone else's fault; it's something you decide for yourself.

Build your schedule based on what you want to prioritize.

• Instead of being pushed around by others,

• make your own decisions and take action yourself.

And, make sure to rest properly.

That is the way of working and living that I truly love.

By the way, I don't use a planner.
I don't use a notebook either.

I use my smartphone calendar and
Google Sheets to manage the fine details of my work schedule.

Even though I don't use a planner,
I am very conscious of "where to put the white space" and "what I want to prioritize."

Before tools, ask yourself, "What do I want?"

It doesn't matter if it's a planner or an app.
What's important is,

I believe it's about thinking that through properly.

Final note: The harder you work, the more you should rest!

People who work hard tend to feel guilty about "resting."
But putting a "do-nothing day" into your schedule is
truly, really important!

Summer vacation is coming up soon.
Let's plan properly, rest properly, and
keep our energy circulating "without strain"!!

📘 A paid note that includes these perspectives is also available
"5 Habits for Continuing a Solo Business 'Without Strain' That I Learned Over 10 Years"