7 Days of Doing What You Love: A Gentle Challenge to Reconnect With What Lights You Up
When life gets busy, it’s easy to push your favorite things to the bottom of the list. But making time for what you love—even in small ways—can lift your mood, reduce stress, and bring more joy into your everyday routine. This 7-day challenge is all about that.
Each day includes a simple, heart-centered prompt to help you carve out a little time for the things (and people) that make you feel like yourself again. Whether it’s a beloved hobby, a walk in your favorite spot, or simply sitting with a cup of tea—these are the moments that matter.
What Is the 7-Day Do Something You Love Challenge?
This challenge is an invitation to step back from to-do lists and reconnect with the things that truly nourish you. Each day’s prompt is quick and flexible—most can be done in 10–20 minutes or less. It’s not about doing more; it’s about doing what matters.
You can follow the challenge in order or pick and choose based on what you need each day. There’s no right way to do it—only your way.
Daily Do What You Love Prompts
Day 1:
Spend 15 minutes doing a hobby you enjoy, with no distractions. Whether it’s painting, reading, or building something, give it your full attention.
Day 2:
Call or meet a friend who makes you happy. A quick chat or short visit can shift your whole mood.
Day 3:
Take time for self-care—whatever that looks like for you. A warm bath, a quiet read, or sipping something cozy all count.
Day 4:
Spend time outside doing an activity you love. Walk, garden, sketch, or just sit and breathe in the fresh air.
Day 5:
Go somewhere you enjoy, even if it’s close by. A favorite café, bookstore, or a scenic walking path can do wonders.
Day 6:
Do something nostalgic that you used to love as a kid. Dance to old music, play a childhood game, or revisit a forgotten hobby.
Day 7:
Make time for something you’ve been wanting to do just for you. Big or small, if it’s been on your heart—today’s the day.
Why Try a Do What You Love Challenge?
When you intentionally make space for things that bring you joy, everything else feels a little easier. Regular time for what you love can:
- Boost your mood and emotional energy
- Help you feel more grounded and fulfilled
- Spark creativity and reduce burnout
- Reconnect you with your true self
You don’t have to wait for a break, vacation, or perfect moment. This challenge is about bringing joy into your everyday, right where you are.
Want a Printable Version?
This 7-day challenge is also available as a printable in my shop. It’s an easy-to-use download you can print at home and check off each day as you go. Get the printable 7-Day Do Something You Love Challenge here.
It’s also part of the Nature & Creativity Challenge Bundle, which includes four other screen-free, feel-good challenges.
You can also find this challenge in The 7-Day Challenge Journal paperback book on Amazon — perfect if you prefer a ready-to-use format without printing. It includes 25 weekly challenges.
If you enjoy challenges like this, you’ll love my free 30-Day Challenge Tracker. It comes with a beautifully designed tracking sheet and a list of 20 simple challenge ideas to help you get started.
