My succulent is leaning and growing oddly. Should I cut it back?

A bright windowsill can still mean the light is coming mostly from one side. Leaning or leaves angling toward the window can be a sign it wants stronger light, though the exact shape depends on the plant. Turn the pot a little every so often and, if possible, give it brighter light from above gradually. The leaves that already curved may stay that way, but newer growth can look different.

Check the brown area by touch before reaching for the scissors. If it is firm and woody, that alone is not a reason to cut it. Soft, mushy tissue or browning that keeps spreading is more concerning. A long stem can be pruned and propagated if you want a shorter shape, but it is optional. I would first make sure the plant is otherwise healthy and decide based on its condition, not just the appearance.

I wouldn’t water on a weekly schedule. Let the potting mix dry out fully, then water thoroughly and make sure excess water can drain away. A plant that has been watered often may have plump leaves that curve down, while a lean toward the window points more toward the direction or strength of the light. If it has lifted out of the soil, check whether it is simply top-heavy before adding more. Keep the leaves and center of the plant above the soil rather than burying them.