Those feelings of dread that you may feel on Sunday (also called the Sunday scaries) are no joke. I actually think they are on my list of the the top worst feelings. It’s like a feeling of doom and gloom are hanging over you, making it so that you can’t enjoy your last day of your precious weekend! It’s the feeling of panic that work starts again tomorrow. Our culture loves to hate on Mondays, so it’s no surprise that people think they suck. And maybe they do for you! If so, we’ve got easy tactics that will help you fight the anxiety and help you ease into your work week!

Self-Care

Treating yourself well on Sunday can help you feel better come Monday. Making time for things like: exercise, meditation, expressing gratitude (like through writing in a journal) and eating healthy meals (and avoiding too much alcohol and coffee, which can spike anxiety). When you slow down, prioritize yourself and feel good, it helps curb pesky annoying feelings of stress and anxiety.

Turn Off Your Phone

Being overly connected to things like social media and the news can ramp up your Sunday scaries. Turn off all alerts and don’t check emails and social media. Go back to the basics. I do this every weekend and I swear by it. Even doing it on Saturday can be beneficial (if you can’t do it on Sunday). Taking an entire day to be unplugged does wonders for your mood.

Plan Something Fun

If possible, plan something enjoyable on Monday even if it’s just for a few minutes. Give yourself something to look forward to. Maybe you get a pedicure during your lunch break, listen to an uplifting playlist on your way to work, start the day off with a Spin workout. Whatever it is, finding little ways to make Monday something you look forward to is key.

Find The Source

Take time to think about the things you’re actually dreading about Monday. Is it your job itself? Is it the monotonous routine? Is it because you’ve been procrastinating? Find out what things are really weighing on you and take time on Sunday to make a plan with actionable steps to tackle the issue. I like to make a list on Sunday evening of what I need to get done each day of the following week. I pick out three top priorities for each day—you want to set yourself up for success. This helps me feel organized and ready to tackle the week. I also schedule a few perks into my week to give me that extra motivation.