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Monday Motivation | A Guide to Better Monday’s

Monday’s are the worst, am I right? It’s the official end of the weekend, which would make anyone sad. For many of us means its time to get back on the clock and doing something we’d rather not be doing; working But why do Monday’s suck? Well, there are several reasons that contribute to Monday’s being the worst day of the week.

However, it’s safe to say that the main reason is that it’s the beginning of the week, a time to restart work and all those adult responsibilities that come with it. Monday generally sets the tone for the rest of the week, and many of us spend the first day of the week looking forward to Friday or merely dreading the week ahead; but it’s time for a change.

If Monday sets the tone for the rest of the week, why not switch things up and start Monday off on a positive note? How? Well, we’re here to assist, providing you with a guide to better Monday’s.

Below you will find some simple steps that you can effortlessly implement in your life which are sure to make Monday’s feel like just another day of the week. Kick your week off right, do something different, and make Monday your bitch! Check out these easy and practical tips from Apartment Therapy and transform your Monday into something better!

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Change Your Mind

Monday sucks because you wake up with the preconceived notion that all Monday’s suck. Change your mind about Monday’s and put a positive spin on things. Sure, we’re all a little drained from the weekend, but that doesn’t mean that Monday has to be miserable. Any day can be a bad day, but don’t trick yourself into having one for no reason; especially to start the week.

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Eat Breakfast

This is probably the most essential tip on the list. We’ve heard that breakfast is the most important meal of the day since elementary school, and it’s no joke. Food does something special to me in the morning, and an excellent healthy breakfast certainly kicks off the day better than anything else. Sure, most of us rely on coffee, soda, or energy drinks to get the day started. However, having a well-balanced breakfast can help change your mindset going into the day; which will undoubtedly assist in step one.

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A Good Night’s Sleep

Easier said than done, right? We dread Monday, which is probably why we sleep terribly on Sunday. However, getting a bit of extra rest can help your day, and getting a good night’s sleep will take your Monday to a whole new level. As we said, easier said than done, but making this a part of your Sunday routine could drastically change your scope and attitude on Monday. Just saying.

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Get The Vibe

Before you get your day rolling, crank up your favorite tunes, and unwind a little. Relax, dance, sing and soak up all of the energy that your favorite tracks have to offer. Not only will this help bring your energy level and drive up, but it’s also sure to help you loosen up before getting back into the swing of things. Say what you want, but music does something special to me, always helping me relax and become more myself along the way. Turn up and get ready, this week is yours!

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Get Out, Get Active

30 minutes of activity is always suggested, but kicking off Monday morning with an active approach is sure to set things off in the right way. Take a walk, workout, ride your bike, hit the trails, plan for something that will get your blood moving, as well as take your mind away from the dread of the week ahead. Get your blood flowing and prepare to attack Monday like never before. Don’t worry, you can thank me later.

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Take Time, Be Social

Give yourself some added time to catch up with friends and co-workers. Open up about your weekend adventures, make plans for drinks after work, just be social. This socialization will help you become more relaxed and ready for the work week. Let’s be honest, we all enjoy to socialize a bit, so be personable, make friends and relax; it’s Monday. Be social and comfortable!

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Be Prepared

This probably should be number one, and it’s sort of a no brainer. If you want to have a better Monday, prepare for a better Monday. This appeals for anything, but it’s certainly a concept to adopt for your work week. Being prepared is as easy as leaving yourself a to-do list on Friday afternoon, or simply setting things up to quickly get done first thing on Monday. It’s the beginning of your week, why not start it off ready and prepared?

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Written by Jesse James

Author, Audiophile, Style connoisseur, & Sneakerhead. Passionate for life and happiness!

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