Weekends are what most of us live for. They are often seen as a break from mundane, unexciting jobs. Most people fill them with yardwork, chores and errands galore. Sleeping in, staying up late, shopping... fill in the blank as to how you and your family typically use your weekend.

The only problem... (drumroll) is that some of us fill our weekends, supposed to be a time for rest, with so many small crumbs that the weekend itself becomes stressful. The crumbs add up after a while.

Errands do make you tired- and use gas.

Shopping is exhausting- and uses money.

Yardwork is fun for some- but not for most.

So here's your homework for today and any weekend- be more intentional about it. Do less. Breathe. Take a nap. Do what makes you happy this weekend instead of what you think you should be doing (by that subtle voice in your head informed by popular culture or social media).

Speaking digitally, I find that there are times when I want to be up to speed on the news and on what my friends are "up to" online. Weekends though- I just want to be with Cary and the kids. I typically tweet less and just use Buffer to automate my online content. That way, I can sit on the porch and play a game with the kids, go for a leisurely drive or wash the car in the driveway. It's intentional, light and relaxed.

What are the benefits of doing less? First, you'll stress less. Second, you'll be more fully present to those you care about. Third, you'll spend less money because you're not doing what someone else tells you you "should". Fourth... I could keep going but you get the picture.

So go ahead. Enjoy yourself this weekend and all throughout the week.

It's ok to do less if it helps you to "be more" in the other parts of your life.