Adulting is tough, especially paying expensive rent. Being at home instead of going out is becoming more popular, and it's cheaper to stay at home with groceries, own devices and your favourite things. The time you spend alone in a home that is designed and loved by you needs to be taken advantage of for hours of mindless enjoyment. Investing in yourself and home is investing in your environment and a safe place to let your freak fly.

Creating a home-based lifestyle - outside of work hours and on weekends—means turning your home into the center of your personal growth, relaxation, and enjoyment. Making your home life your main destination is what it's all about. The goal is to feel fulfilled so you don’t need to constantly seek entertainment or validation outside. Your time at home is invested in your life. Your life at home is structured around evenings, weekends, and environments that enhance your overall well-being.

Step 1: Shift Your Mindset—Home Is Your Sanctuary


If you want to build a life centered around your home, you need to romanticize it and see it as a space of peace, creativity, and self-investment.


Instead of thinking:

• “I’m just home doing nothing.” → Think “I’m investing in myself at home.”

• “There’s nothing to do here.” → Think “My home is my personal retreat.”

• “I need to go out to have fun.” → Think “I can create a fulfilling life right where I am.”


This mindset shift will help you feel excited about coming home after work and spending weekends in without feeling like you’re missing out.


Step 2: Create a Post-Work Evening Routine That Feels Like a Reset


After work, focus on transitioning from work mode to home mode with a structured but enjoyable evening.


1. Set the Mood for Relaxation & Unwinding

• Change into cozy yet stylish loungewear or pajamas.

• Play calming music or ambient lighting to create a cozy vibe.

• Diffuse essential oils or light a candle.

• Open the windows for fresh air.


2. Cook & Eat with Intention

• Make meals an experience, not a chore—even if you’re eating alone.

• Try new recipes or plate your food beautifully.

• If you’re too tired to cook, have easy but nutritious meals prepped.

• Eat away from screens when possible.


3. Enjoy Low-Stimulation Hobbies & Activities


Instead of just scrolling on your phone all night, use your home time to recharge and invest in yourself:

• Creative hobbies: Sewing, painting, baking, writing.

• Wellness rituals: A long shower, a skincare routine, stretching.

• Reading or learning: Audiobooks, self-improvement, language learning.

• Home projects: Organizing, decorating, DIY crafts.


4. Digital Detox Before Bed

• Set a phone curfew and switch to a book or journal.

• Create a nighttime ritual (hot tea, dim lights, skincare).

• Get into bed at the same time each night for better sleep quality.


Step 3: Design a Weekend That Feels Fulfilling at Home


Weekends at home don’t have to feel boring. Make them intentional and enjoyable by balancing productivity, self-care, and fun.


1. Plan Your Mornings for a Slow, Peaceful Start

• Wake up without rushing (but don’t sleep the entire morning away).

• Make aesthetic morning drinks—matcha, coffee, tea.

• Stretch, go for a short walk, or do a light workout.

• Watch the sunrise, read a chapter of a book, or journal.


2. Do At-Home Activities That Feel Luxurious


Instead of feeling like you’re “stuck” at home, make home your favorite place:

• Have a spa day at home (face masks, a long bath, soft music).

• Do a movie marathon with snacks and cozy blankets.

• Host a self-date with wine, a candle-lit dinner, and music.

• Bake something seasonal (cookies, bread, or pastries).

• Have a “hobby day” where you dedicate time to a creative passion.


3. Refresh & Maintain Your Space

• Do a deep clean with music or a podcast playing.

• Rearrange your decor to make it feel new.

• Add small luxuries—fresh flowers, cozy blankets, a new scent.

• Organize your wardrobe or do a seasonal refresh.


4. Meal Prep & Plan for the Week Ahead

• Prep easy, nourishing meals so weekday cooking is simpler.

• Plan outfits, work tasks, or home projects.

• Do a Sunday reset—clean, organize, and mentally prepare for the week.


Step 4: Invest in Your Home for Long-Term Comfort & Happiness


Your home should feel like an extension of you—a place that supports your well-being and personal goals.


1. Upgrade Your Living Space Gradually

• Focus on comfort: Soft lighting, cozy textures, a good mattress.

• Add personal touches: Art, books, sentimental decor.

• Create a designated cozy corner for reading or relaxing.

• Make your space multi-functional (work, relax, and create).


2. Make Home a Place You WANT to Be

• Keep it clean and inviting (a messy home creates stress).

• Have an at-home coffee or tea station.

• Organize your kitchen to make cooking enjoyable.

• Add background noise that feels comforting—music, rain sounds, soft jazz.


Step 5: Stay Social & Connected While Living a Home-Based Life


Just because you love being at home doesn’t mean you should isolate yourself. Find ways to connect while still enjoying your homebody lifestyle.

• Host cozy nights in (dinner, wine night, movie night with friends).

• Schedule FaceTime or voice calls instead of mindless texting.

• Join online communities with like-minded people.

• Go for small outings (coffee shop, bookstore, park) to balance your home life.


Step 6: Financially Invest in Your Home Life


A home-based lifestyle can actually save you money, but smart budgeting is key.


1. Spend on Things That Improve Your Home Life

• Quality furniture & cozy home essentials.

• Cooking tools that make meal prep easier.

• A hobby fund (materials for sewing, painting, writing, etc.).

• Wellness items (skincare, fitness equipment, aromatherapy).


2. Cut Unnecessary Expenses That Don’t Serve Your Home Life

• Reduce takeout and make home-cooked meals the norm.

• Cancel subscriptions you don’t use (or swap them for home hobbies).

• Prioritize saving for home upgrades instead of impulse purchases.