Does this sound familiar?

You’re always busy, and never seem to have enough time for the things you really want to do—like spending time with family and friends. It feels like you’re always behind schedule, constantly juggling work and life, with zero room for FUN.

The Fix: How to Make More Time for Fun (Without Sacrificing Your Priorities)

1. Create Simple Systems to Save Time (In Life & Business)

The easiest way to make time for fun is to stop wasting time on things that can be streamlined. If you’re constantly searching for documents, redoing work, or getting lost in tasks that should take minutes, it’s time to get organized.

Business Example: Set up a simple system for your business. Organize your Google Drive so you can easily find blogs, email series, bios for summits, and podcast guesting materials. When you have systems in place, you’ll spend less time searching and more time actually enjoying your life.

Home Example: Apply the same mindset to your personal life. Set up a grocery delivery system, create a laundry schedule, or batch cook meals to free up time. Simple systems create space for spontaneity and fun.

2. Schedule Fun Like a Non-Negotiable Appointment

If fun isn’t scheduled, it won’t happen. Period.

• Block off time in your calendar just like you would a client meeting.
• Even small daily moments of fun—like having coffee outside, a 10-minute walk, or reading before bed—make a difference.
• Keep a FUN list in your phone. When you get a free moment, pull it up and pick something to do instead of defaulting to work or mindless scrolling.

Ask yourself: What’s one small thing I can do today just for fun?

3. Set a FUN Budget (Because Fun Doesn’t Have to Be Expensive)

You don’t have to spend money to have fun, but if you want to invest in your happiness, set a fun budget.

• Maybe it’s $50/month for new experiences (concerts, cooking classes, weekend trips).
• Maybe it’s a massage or a night out with friends.
• Or maybe you’re all about free fun—hiking, community events, DIY spa nights.

The key? Make fun a priority, not an afterthought.

4. Find an Accountability Buddy

Fun is even better when shared. Plus, it’s harder to cancel when someone is counting on you.

• Plan monthly outings with friends.
• Sign up for a class together.
• Set a challenge (like trying a new hobby every month).

Who’s your fun accountability partner? Tag them now and make some plans. 

5. Say NO to Time Wasters (and YES to More Fun)

One of the biggest reasons you don’t have time for fun? You’re saying yes to the wrong things.

• Business Example: Are you wasting time on low-impact tasks? Delegate, automate, or eliminate them.
• Life Example: Are you on committees, boards, or groups that no longer bring you joy? It’s time to let go.

👉 Ask yourself: What have I said YES to that I need to let go of? What can I eliminate to make room for more fun?

BONUS: The 1% Rule for Fun & Productivity

Small changes add up. If you improve your time management by just 1% each day, it compounds into massive results.

• 10 minutes saved today = an hour by the end of the week.
• An hour saved = a fun night out, guilt-free.
• Over time, these tiny changes mean way more time for fun.

The Bottom Line

Fun isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. And the only way to get more of it? Create systems, set boundaries, and make it a non-negotiable priority.

• Set up simple systems to save time.

• Schedule fun like an appointment.

• Say NO to what drains you and YES to more fun.

It’s time to make FUN part of your productivity plan. What’s one fun thing you’re committing to this week?

Ready to Plan Your Fun (and Actually Stick to It)?

If you’re tired of overcomplicated planners that collect dust, check out my Sweary Planning System—not your typical planner— this system is designed to help you plan your sh*t, stick to it, and actually enjoy life (without the guilt). Because fun should be non-negotiable.

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