Week 1: Laying the Foundation

Focus Areas: Establishing routines, budgeting, healthy eating, and connecting with your goals.


Day 1: Monday

  • 6:00 AM: Wake up, light stretching or 5 minutes of yoga. Reflect on three things you’re grateful for.
  • 6:30 AM: Breakfast: Scrambled eggs with spinach and a slice of whole-grain toast. Prepare son’s breakfast/lunch if needed.
  • 7:10 AM: Drive son to school (5-minute commute).
  • 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM: Quick journaling and review your daily goals.
  • 8:30 AM: Prepare for work (get dressed, organize your workspace).
  • 9:00 AM – 3:15 PM: Work hours. Take short breaks as needed.
  • 3:15 PM: Pick up son from school. Chat about his day on the way home.
  • 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Continue working while son does homework or engages in creative activities.
  • 6:30 PM: Dinner: Air fryer chicken with roasted broccoli and sweet potatoes.
  • 7:30 PM: Spend quality time with son—help with creative projects or read together.
  • 8:30 PM: Personal reflection. Track spending from the day. Write any small wins in your journal.
  • 9:30 PM: Light stretching or meditation before bed.
  • 10:00 PM: Lights out.

Day 2: Tuesday

  • 6:00 AM: Morning affirmations: “I am confident, disciplined, and capable of achieving my goals.”
  • 6:30 AM: Breakfast: Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative) with granola and fresh fruit. Prepare son’s lunch.
  • 7:10 AM: Drive son to school.
  • 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM: Quick yoga session (10-15 minutes) and review weekly budget.
  • 8:30 AM: Prep for work.
  • 9:00 AM – 3:15 PM: Work hours. Take a 5-minute break to stretch every 2 hours.
  • 3:15 PM: Pick up son from school.
  • 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Continue working while son reads, does homework, or engages in a quiet activity.
  • 6:30 PM: Dinner: One-pan roasted chicken with veggies and rice.
  • 7:30 PM: Plan a fun weekend activity with son (museum or creative outing).
  • 8:30 PM: Budget check: Review expenses from the past two days.
  • 9:30 PM: Unwind with a calming playlist or short podcast.
  • 10:00 PM: Lights out.

Day 3: Wednesday

  • 6:00 AM: Morning walk or stretch (10 minutes). Focus on gratitude and visualize the life you’re building.
  • 6:30 AM: Breakfast: Oatmeal with almond butter and sliced banana. Prepare son’s lunch.
  • 7:10 AM: Drive son to school.
  • 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM: Reflect on personal goals and meal plan for the next day.
  • 8:30 AM: Prep for work.
  • 9:00 AM – 3:15 PM: Work hours. Include a 5-minute breathing break to reset midday.
  • 3:15 PM: Pick up son from school.
  • 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Work while son explores a creative activity (drawing, LEGO, etc.).
  • 6:30 PM: Dinner: Crockpot chili or spaghetti with a veggie-rich marinara sauce.
  • 7:30 PM: Help son organize or showcase his creative projects.
  • 8:30 PM: Review progress toward weekly goals.
  • 9:30 PM: Light stretching or reading before bed.
  • 10:00 PM: Lights out.

Day 4: Thursday

  • 6:00 AM: Morning affirmations: “I am resilient and making progress every day.”
  • 6:30 AM: Breakfast: Veggie and egg scramble with a side of toast. Prepare son’s lunch.
  • 7:10 AM: Drive son to school.
  • 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM: Short Pilates session (10-15 minutes) and write down three priorities for the day.
  • 8:30 AM: Prep for work.
  • 9:00 AM – 3:15 PM: Work hours. Take short mental breaks to stay focused.
  • 3:15 PM: Pick up son from school.
  • 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Continue working while son relaxes with a book or creative project.
  • 6:30 PM: Dinner: Taco night with ground turkey or chicken and plenty of veggies.
  • 7:30 PM: Call daughters for a quick check-in.
  • 8:30 PM: Reflect on challenges and brainstorm solutions.
  • 9:30 PM: Bedtime routine—herbal tea and gratitude journaling.
  • 10:00 PM: Lights out.

Day 5: Friday

  • 6:00 AM: Morning walk (10 minutes) and affirmations: “I am building a life I’m proud of.”
  • 6:30 AM: Breakfast: Smoothie with almond milk, banana, spinach, and protein powder. Prepare son’s lunch.
  • 7:10 AM: Drive son to school.
  • 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM: Reflect on the week’s financial wins and areas for improvement.
  • 8:30 AM: Prep for work.
  • 9:00 AM – 3:15 PM: Work hours. Take short mindfulness breaks as needed.
  • 3:15 PM: Pick up son from school.
  • 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM: Finish the workweek strong.
  • 6:30 PM: Dinner: Simple stir-fry with chicken, veggies, and brown rice.
  • 7:30 PM: Plan a creative activity with son for the weekend.
  • 8:30 PM: Review progress toward goals and journal about what’s going well.
  • 9:30 PM: Relax with a light podcast or meditation.
  • 10:00 PM: Lights out.

Day 6: Saturday

  • 7:00 AM: Sleep in a bit, then start with affirmations: “I am embracing this new chapter.”
  • 7:30 AM: Breakfast: Whole-grain pancakes with a side of fresh fruit.
  • 9:00 AM: Organize a room or declutter for 30 minutes.
  • 10:00 AM: Creative time—paint or work on a charcoal drawing.
  • 12:00 PM: Lunch: Grilled chicken wrap with fresh veggies.
  • 2:00 PM: Fun outing with son (museum, park, or creative workshop).
  • 5:30 PM: Dinner: Crockpot roast chicken with vegetables.
  • 7:00 PM: Family movie or board game night with son.
  • 9:30 PM: Reflect on the day and plan for tomorrow.
  • 10:00 PM: Lights out.

Day 7: Sunday

  • 7:00 AM: Gentle yoga or stretching session to start the day.
  • 7:30 AM: Breakfast: Veggie omelet with whole-grain toast.
  • 9:00 AM: Weekly planning—review finances, schedule, and goals for the week ahead.
  • 12:00 PM: Lunch: Veggie-packed sandwich or salad.
  • 1:00 PM: Outdoor activity with son—gardening, a short hike, or another creative project.
  • 5:30 PM: Dinner: Baked pasta with vegetables and a side salad.
  • 7:00 PM: Reflect on the week and celebrate wins with son.
  • 9:30 PM: Early bedtime routine to recharge for Monday.
  • 10:00 PM: Lights out.