7 Powerful Ways to Overcome "Mon-Dread" (Sunday Scaries) and Step Into Your Week With Confidence

That creeping sense of dread on Sunday? Some call it the Sunday Scaries - Let’s call it Mon-Dread—that sinking feeling about the week ahead. But instead of letting it consume you, try these transformative shifts to start your week with purpose and power:

1. Reframe Monday as a Fresh Start – Instead of dreading what’s ahead, view Monday as an opportunity to reset. What energy, intention, or mindset do you want to bring into the week?

2. Clarify Your Priorities – Anxiety thrives on uncertainty. Take 10 minutes to list your top 3 priorities for Monday—not everything, just the most impactful tasks. This creates focus and momentum.

3. Build a Life You Don’t Need to Escape From – If work feels unbearable, ask yourself: What small shift could make it more meaningful? A new challenge? A mindset shift? A long-term exit plan?

4. Close the Loops in Your Mind – Unfinished tasks from the past week create subconscious stress. Jot down what’s lingering so your brain can release it.

5. Protect Your Sunday Energy – Avoid packing Sundays with chores or overcommitting. Instead, do something that nourishes you—time in nature, a creative hobby, or deep rest.

6. Set a ‘Sunday Anchor’ Ritual – Create a grounding ritual that signals to your mind that all is well. A gratitude practice, a slow-cooked meal, or journaling can shift your emotional state.

7. Trust That You Can Handle Whatever Comes – The root of Mon-Dread is often fear of the unknown. Remind yourself: You’ve faced challenges before, and you will navigate this week too—one moment at a time.

   
   

The way you approach Sunday determines how you show up Monday morning. Choose intention over anxiety—you’ve got this!

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