Beating the Sunday Scaries
By Elena Stewart from Elenastewart.com
Weekends can feel fleeting. It often seems like we leave work and we’re back at the office a moment later. As a result, Sunday nights often trigger intense anxiety, called the “Sunday Scaries.” How do we avoid this stress?
Rest
Make the most of your time off.
Dedicate at least an hour of your weekend to enjoying some calming time alone.
Listen to music through noise-canceling headphones to block out distractions.
If it’s hard to unwind in your space, consider decluttering.
Improve
Your workweek doesn’t have to induce dread.
Consider developing a new organizational scheme to stay ahead of projects.
Connecting with coworkers can make the office more appealing.
Ask for resources when falling behind to make work more manageable.
Listen
The Sunday Scaries may be trying to tell you something.
Stress about work periodically is normal; constantly, it’s a sign.
Anxiety may be telling you it’s time to make a change.
Here’s how to leave your job without burning bridges.
The Sunday Scaries can keep you from the rest you need on your weekends — you deserve to enjoy your time off in peace. We hope these resources help you to foster a gentler relationship with Sunday evenings.
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