The Monday Blues are so prevalent that they have become a cultural phenomenon...
Why is it called as Monday Blues???
Blue in emotional terms is used to described sadness, melancholy and depression...Most people do not like the idea of getting back to work after weekend...They dislike the fact that they would not be getting a break for the next five to six days...
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Here are some tips to beat the Monday Blues...
Identify the problem
Ask yourself what is wrong...Clarifying thing that is bothering you can help you to be active in finding solutions...It is a way of empowering you to take charge and try to improve the situation...
Prepare for Monday on Friday
Make sure your calendar is up to date and synchronized so that you have a good view on your upcoming work week especially Monday...If you do have unpleasant task awaiting your attention on Monday morning, get them done as early as possible so that you do not spend the rest of the day procrastinating..
Make a list of the things that you are excited about
On the Sunday evening, make a list of three things you look forward to at work that week...This might put you in a more positive mood...
Unplug for the weekend
Try to avoid checking work e-mail or voicemail over the weekend, especially if you are not going to respond until Monday anyway...When you leave the office on Friday, leave your working problem there and focus on enjoying your day off..
Get enough sleep and wake up early
Go to bed a little early on Sunday night and be sure to get enough sleep so that you wake up feeling well rested...Waking up an extra 15 to 30 minutes early on Monday can actually make going back to work easier...Take the time to enjoy healthy breakfast and do some exercise...This will you feel more centered for the rest of the day and can help you remember that you are not a robot who just sleep and work..
Dress for success
Use Monday as the day to wear you favorite new outfit...When you look good you feel good...This can help you to build your confidence...
Be Positive
Start the week out with an attitude of gratitude...This starts before you even get to work. To pump yourself up on your way to work, try listening to your favorite songs...When you get to work, do your best not to be a complainer...Being positive not only will make your day more enjoyable, but will also make the work environment better for those around you...
Make someone else happy
One of the best way to cheer yourself up is to make someone else happy...So make a vow to do something nice for someone else as you get to work on Monday...
Keep your Monday schedule light
Knowing that Monday are traditionally busy day, a good strategy is keep your Monday schedule as clear as possible...Instead of tackling the biggest and most complicated task early on Monday, take some time for easier and more routine stuff...
Have fun at work
Take it upon yourself to do things that you enjoy in the office on Monday...
Have a post work plan
Your day should not just be about trudging through Monday to get it over with, but about looking forward to something...
Last but not least it is only you who could changed your day...
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