Embrace the imperfect and don’t try to keep everyone happy: readers share their tips on doing less in 2026
From sending fewer text messages to being selective with your gardening, this is how Guardian Australia readers are making life a little easier
TL;DR
- Readers are sharing strategies to do less in 2026, inspired by expert advice.
- Eva has learned to 'let go' of being an emotional diplomat, finding more emotional energy.
- Marion now embraces imperfect travel planning, picking the first suitable option to save time and mental energy.
- Maya is replacing texting with phone calls for more meaningful conversations and deeper connections.
- Jane intentionally plans downtime to switch off from her small business and reduce overwhelm.
- Emma took a 'holiday from the holidays' by not hosting, experiencing an enormous relief.
- Grace is selective with her backyard, letting parts grow wild to gain energy for life admin.
- Bill has scrapped to-do lists, focusing on completing just one important task per day.
- Daniela incorporates micro-breaks to observe the world, feeling recharged afterward.