Ditching the Sunday Scaries
Elena Stewart
Everybody’s working for the weekend, but what about when the weekend is over? If you’re familiar with an all-consuming dread that starts to creep up around Sunday afternoon, you already know about the Sunday Scaries. This phenomenon is all too common, and typically indicates an overfull schedule with too little time to unwind. Here’s how to audit your weekends and improve your week to avoid anxiety come Sunday evening:
Understanding the Issue
You can’t fix what you don’t see – here’s what makes the Sunday Scaries so potent:
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Improving Your Week
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Recognizing A Bigger Problem
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By addressing the root causes of workweek anxiety, you’ll make your Sundays much more enjoyable. Give yourself the time you need to unwind, and value your own mental health in the face of adversity. By considering your own needs, you’ll be able to thrive every day of the week.