Exactly. The religious strict ones do it without electricity. Shabbat reminds me of a specialized day in Hinduism but it's only once a year unlike Jewish. This tradition was something new I learned which I think is amazing. It reminds us to rest and not caught up with worldly stuff.
7 days a week if it can lighten my work load during the week
I tried that and it doesn't work for me. But if it works for you, I am happy for you!