The sound of an alarm going off at 7 a.m. is not the best thing to wake up to. But something about waking up to it on a Monday just seems to make it worse. As my freshman year of college comes to an end, I’ve learned to look at Mondays in a different light. It isn’t just the end of a weekend but the fresh start to a new week. Here are four ways that I have learned to fall in love with my Mondays.
Prioritize. The first step to loving your Mondays is to love yourself and everything that you do. Take some time out to decide on the things you find to be most important to you. Plan out when you can fit these things into the week, and make sure to do something you love every day! I personally like to make sure to fit in a small workout every day. It has always been something that has kept me feeling motivated. Use Monday to pump up your week and take complete control of how it’s going to go.
Use your Sunday nights. Sometimes it can be really hard for us to find time throughout the week. Make sure to make use of your Sunday nights. Before bed, I always pick out my outfit for the next day, do a little bit of meal prep, and write a to-do list in my planner! But most importantly, I like to relax. There is nothing better than a Sunday night, your favorite Netflix show, and a warm cup of tea to prepare yourself for the long week ahead.
Eat a healthy breakfast. Personally, I like to start every Monday with a big, healthy, and super yummy breakfast. It always gives me something to look forward to when I feel like I am stuck in bed. Because I live in a city campus, I am lucky enough to have so many options around for breakfast. Whether I want to cook something or go out to eat, I always look forward to filling up my stomach in the morning.
Seek motivation. I have always been a firm believer that everything has meaning. Try to start your week with a positive mindset. Find motivation in even the smallest of things, and you will most definitely start to feel a happier sense of self.
Overall, Mondays can be a drag. The weekend may be over, but opportunity awaits! Become aware of the positive feelings that a productive Monday can bring, and the impact it can make on the rest of the week.
What motivates your Mondays? Leave a comment down below!
