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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
Lifestyle
Isabella Lee

Don’t stress, do less: 52 ways to make your life easier in 2026

The number 52 with little illustrations of things to do less.
In 2026, ditching moisturiser, multivitamins, pesticides and post-workout cool-downs and embracing cask wine, messiness and saying no can make life a little simpler. Illustration: Victoria Hart/Guardian Design

The dawn of a new year brings visions of an idealised version of yourself. Fresh-faced, we eagerly pile our to-do lists with things we’ve been putting off and ambitions to aim for. But the energy that comes after a few days off quickly disappears as we settle back into the daily grind of school runs and inbox maintenance.

So instead of adding to your to-do list, why not resolve to take something off it?

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