Celebrate “No Brainer Day” with These Fun and Easy Ideas

At UP Faith & Family, we love a whimsical holiday. Plus, in winter, we need all the uplifting moments we can get! This week, we’re celebrating No Brainer Day on February 27th—a lighthearted reminder that not everything has to be complicated. It’s a chance to embrace simplicity, let go of stress, and focus on easy solutions and small joys. If life feels overwhelming, No Brainer Day gives us permission to take a deep breath and choose the path of least resistance. 

Here are some easy ways to make your day fun, relaxing, and refreshingly simple: 

Have a Pajama Day
Why change out of comfy clothes if you don’t have to? Stay in your PJs, enjoy a cozy morning, and skip the pressure to be “put together” for a day. 

Declutter One Small Space
Skip the overwhelming deep clean. Instead, tackle something small for an easy win—a junk drawer, your car’s cup holder, or your nightstand. For a joy boost, arrange books on a shelf in rainbow order. 

Take a Walk—Without Your Phone
You don’t always need a podcast or playlist in your ears. A quiet stroll lets you take in the simple pleasures of nature, clear your mind, and reduce stress. 

Play a Game That Requires No Explanation
Think Tic-Tac-Toe, 20 Questions, Would You Rather, or Rock-Paper-Scissors. No rules to learn, no setup—just pure fun with family or friends. 

Binge Away
Sometimes, the best way to reset is by diving into a marathon session of your favorite TV show. Binge-watching offers a mental escape, and the brain break you need to recharge.  Check out some of our favorite bingeworthy series, streaming now on UP Faith & Family: 

• For a deep dive into the power of faith, These Stones tells the story of a young woman who, while mourning the loss of her mother, finds herself drawn into a supernatural system partnering her with Bible characters and working undercover to help people in crisis today. 

• In Ultimate Cowboy Showdown, top cowboys from across the United States compete to win a herd of cattle; those who fall short are sent packing by host Trace Adkins and a panel of expert judges; the last cowboy standing rides away with the herd and a lifetime of bragging rights.  This series reminds us of the virtue in simple living, and each episode’s competition makes for great binging! 

• Former pro-baseball player Ricky Cooper is getting back in the game… the dating game that is, and not on his own accord. After losing his wife three years ago, his daughters take matchmaking into their own hands. Date My Dad celebrates the supportive love of a family and all the funny moments that come with it.  

• Janette Oke’s celebrated series, Love Comes Softly, follows the lives of pioneers as they work together, buoyed by their faith, to survive difficult times in the early settlement of the American West.  We are proud to bring you all 11 movies in the series – streaming now! 

Take a Power Nap
If you’re feeling sluggish, don’t fight it. Just take a quick nap. Set a timer for 20–25 minutes to wake up refreshed, not groggy. 

Do the “One-Song” Tidy Up
A big house cleaning session takes a lot of energy, motivation and strategic thinking—the very enemies of No Brainer Day! Instead, pick a fun song and clean for just that track’s length. You’ll be surprised what you can accomplish in a few minutes. 

Laugh at Something Silly
Watch a funny video, tell a corny joke, or revisit goofy family photos. Laughter is the ultimate no-brainer mood booster. 

Take a Stretch Break
Not up for a full workout? No problem. A few minutes of stretching or gentle movement still counts as self-care. 

Let Someone Else Make a Decision
Tired of making choices all day? Let a family member pick the movie, dinner, or weekend plans. Less thinking, more enjoying. 

Set an Auto-Reply and Take a Digital Detox
Step away from emails and messages for a bit. Set an auto-reply like, “Out celebrating No Brainer Day—back soon!” and enjoy the peace. 

Listen to Your Favorite Song on Repeat
No need to shuffle through playlists—just put on a song you love and let it play as many times as you want. 

Eat Breakfast for Dinner
Coming up with a big dinner at the end of the day often requires creativity and pre-planning. Breakfast, on the other hand, is usually limited to a predictable repertoire of a few main ingredients.  You see where we’re going with this…. breakfast for dinner! A no-brainer and a fun change of pace for the entire family! 

…or Take Advantage of Shortcuts
Use a pre-cut veggie mix, grab a store-bought dessert, or hit the drive-thru. Today is all about making life easier. 

Use Paper Plates
While simplifying dinner, why not serve meals on paper plates and skip the cleanup? 

Text Someone Just to Say Hi
A simple “Thinking of you!” text can brighten someone’s day (and yours)—no long conversation needed. 

Life doesn’t have to be complicated. On February 27th, take a break from overthinking and embrace the easy, obvious, and joyful choices. Sometimes, the best solution is the simplest one. 

Love is in the air all month long with February Ever After on UP Faith & Family! Celebrate the season of love with our collection of heartwarming romance movies as well as our full lineup of family-friendly movies and series. Stream anytime on UP Faith & Family. Start your 7-day free trial today. 

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Melanie Gilbert owns Choral Communications and resides in Atlanta with her husband, daughter, and two cats.