What Did You Get Done This Week?

I grew up hearing, “Work until your weekdays and weekends look the same.”

It always felt like one of those Twitter productivity quotes—either inspiring or guilt-inducing.

But over time, I realized routine isn’t about proving anything. It’s not about grinding non-stop or making every day feel like a Monday. More about doing what needs to be done, irrespective of what day of the week it is.

It’s about finding a rhythm that works for you.

I don’t wake up at 4 AM. (I used to think I should, but I work better at night.) The only time I’m up at 5 AM is for a run. Most nights, I sleep around 1 AM and wake up between 9-10 AM. That’s what keeps me sharp without burning out.

I enjoy working on weekends, more so because there are no expectations, no emails, and no distractions. Deep, focused work.

How My Days Flow

☕ Mornings: Coffee first. Always. Some days at a coffee shop, some days at home. I set my to-do list the night before, so when I start, I just start. Then, a 4-hour deep work block—no distractions.

🍽 Afternoons: Lunch. Maybe work, maybe a break. I go by feel. If I have momentum, I ride it. If I’m drained, I reset. Gym helps—2 hours, no distractions. If I have the time, I also go for a walk before getting back.

💻 Evenings: Another deep work block, more flexible than the morning. Writing, strategy, admin—whatever needs attention. I wrap up by setting the next day’s priorities, so I don’t waste energy deciding in the morning.

Why This Works for Me

It wasn’t about making every day the same. It was about making every day work.

I stopped pushing through the week just to get to the weekend. Some days, I slow down. Some days, I work through Sunday without noticing. If I need rest on a Wednesday, I take it. If I’m motivated on a Sunday, I don’t wait for Monday.

I don’t chase balance. I just keep things moving in a way that makes sense for me.

That’s why weekends don’t feel different—they don’t need to.

Your routine doesn’t have to look like mine (or anyone else’s). You can borrow ideas, experiment, tweak—but at the end of the day, the only routine that matters is the one that actually works for you.

Until next time,

kanishka