HOW TO AVOID THE SUNDAY SCARIES

The weekend is over, and it’s Sunday. Tomorrow is Monday, and you have an incredibly busy week ahead of you with so many things to do. This is why Sundays are so anxiety-inducing for some people. It’s the dread of rest being over and most likely having a deadline of 11:59 p.m. for something you haven’t even started. I’ve experienced the Sunday scaries all through grade school and parts of college. I’ve also learned to reframe my perception of Sundays into something good and positive. Rather than fearing this day of the week, I turn it into a day of productivity, rest and a fresh start to a new week. 

Plan Something for Yourself

This can be anything. It can be grabbing brunch with friends, shopping or just watching a movie at home. I find that giving myself something to look forward to on Sundays makes it still feel like the weekend, but also makes me more inclined to be productive and prepare for the week at the same time. I think Sundays can be so relaxing and fun if you make them! It’s all about your mindset. Getting work done early so you can make fun plans for Sunday is also a great way to approach this. This sounds very obvious, but it is much easier said than done. 

Weekly Reset

I absolutely love a reset of any kind. I take Sundays, specifically, as my “reset day.” This can look like cleaning, doing laundry, going to the grocery store, working out, etc. It’s almost like a form of self-care, and I feel so good when everything is done. This can also be getting your hair or nails done! Resets ease my anxiety surrounding Sundays tremendously. If you find your reset overwhelming or have too much to get done, make a list of things you want to prioritize and just focus on those first. Watching a movie or listening to a podcast or music is also super helpful.

Get Cozy

My favorite part of my Sunday routine is nighttime. I highly recommend taking an everything bath or shower, putting on cozy PJs, lighting a candle and watching TV. This is such a relaxing way to end the night. I also love getting to bed a little early to get some extra sleep for the week ahead! 

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