It's Monday!

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It is easy to mistake Monday for a person. Whenever the week starts on the wrong foot and mood, Monday gets blamed for it. Even worse, is the current prevailing weather.

A few beliefs about Monday:

1. Mondays suck because you were made to believe they should.
2. Mondays have features such as traffic jams, office drama, an overflowing inbox, and an endless to-do list.
3. You probably have a job you don't like and Mondays are a perfect reminder.
4. You/others taught your brain to think the worst of Mondays- brain conditioning is a Mindset.
5. You think that Monday stole your fun and relaxation time.

Monday exists like any other day of the week and it is possible to make it a great day to look forward to by changing how you approach it. Think about the following:

Choice

Everybody has the power of choice to define how their day will be irrespective of circumstances that they cannot control. Your attitude determines how you think, talk and do. You own your life, so if you want something to change, make the choice to make it happen.

Dress like sunshine

Dressing up in great clothes has a way of boosting your confidence. Wear new clothes once in a while and add some mojo to your style by picking bright colors even in cold weather to keep you feeling like you are walking on sunshine. Your brain will thank you.

Create a Memorable Monday Playlist

Whatever your genre of music, compile a list of songs that bring out the happiness in you, rekindle great memories and keep your energy levels sky high. Give your playlist a name that reminds you how good a day Monday is.

Breakfast

Eat something different from the usual. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day as it determines how well your mind functions. A balanced diet goes a long way to boost your functionality and productivity.

Create time?for "Me time"

Self-care is important; every so often your body needs to recover from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. If your weekends always involve overindulgence with friends, drinking and eating, then Monday is bound to look bleak.?Indulgence is good when done in measure.?Intentionally create time to rest and love yourself, while at it, ensure you get quality sleep.

Hydrate

Water is life. Staying hydrated is important for your brain and body function. If you find water too difficult to take on, make the process fun by?adding a slice of cucumber or lemon.?This way you will keep drinking and moving.

Make your commute memorable

?Whether you are driving, walking or using public means to work, it is important to keep the energy positive. In the middle of traffic jams, unhappy inconsiderate road users, choose to focus on something that will build you. Bring along that book which you have been meaning to read, listen to a podcast, learn a new skill when in traffic. The possibilities are endless.

Make someone's day

There is something about random acts of kindness. They bring out a joy not always easy to describe. Take the focus away from yourself and do something to make someone feel good, important and leave a smile on their face.

Question your thought process

When you find yourself dreading Monday,?find out what is really going on beyond the day itself. Have you overplanned the day? for example, you scheduled too many meetings and important tasks with unrealistic timelines. New projects do not have to start on Mondays, why not push to Wednesday or a different day. Actively organize and prioritize to avoid feeling overwhelmed.

Prepare on Friday?

Friday is generally an exciting day for most because it marks the end of a work week and the beginning of a temporary break. Before you retire into "Friday break mindset" consider listing your Monday tasks and what you need to make the transition easier. At the beginning of adopting a new habit, you will likely experience some form of resistance, but keep going and eventually, it becomes a part of you. You can also work with Sunday, by noting down important tasks that need to be handled, this way you are mentally prepared to face Monday.

Add a happy picture to your workspace

A photo is worth a thousand words. A good picture of your family, significant other or art that makes you happy will contribute to a positive Monday experience and positive energy workspace. Be sure to change the photo every so often.

Assess your job situation

Every job comes with its excitements and challenges. It is common for employees to feel under or over-utilized. This usually leads to some level of job dissatisfaction. If you find that you dread going to work every time Monday starts, you need to identify the triggers and work through them or ask for help. Where it involves colleagues and bosses, find a diplomatic approach to resolving the issues. If this does not work, actively look for a happier job.

Show gratitude

The little things in life make a big difference. Acknowledge the opportunities that come your way, appreciate them and be thankful to those that have helped you get there.

Make Monday your Cheat day

Doing something different on a routine day changes the way your brain functions and welcomes new energy.?Try taking a rest day from your normal workout on Monday and maybe enjoy a meal that is usually off your diet. Enjoy it to the fullest and resume your normal regime on Tuesday.

Have a great Monday, every Monday!