If You Are Tired of Being Tired on Mondays, Read This

The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.

Ecclesiastes 3:22-23

Before “Monday” became a favorite topic of mine, it was first a pet peeve.

For several months, I was annoyed with anyone who talked negatively about Monday because it seemed completely pointless. There was no forward-thinking in these conversations and having the Monday Blues. Talking about how bad Mondays were bad seemed unproductive and very discouraging because it stemmed from complaining. Eventually, I was annoyed with myself for being annoyed!

So, I changed the narrative.

Instead of going along in agreement about Mondays, I challenged the stereotype by asking why. It was uncomfortable and often very awkward to ask this question, but it did something to my mindset. It helped me break away from being peeved about Monday conversations, to actually enjoying discussing and dissecting why so many people struggled on Mondays. People opened up about why Mondays sucked for them. And that opened the door to more meaningful conversations which ended in encouragement and motivation.

I went from peeved to obsessed about Mondays. Not just getting through a Monday, but living it with intention, purpose, and joy. Not only that, but it helped me understand how SO many people are not doing what they want to be doing. They feel stuck, unmotivated, and unhappy about life.

For many of us, Monday is the start of a workweek. However, Monday is just a nickname for the weekday. It’s there to keep track of time and important dates, just like the rest of the days of the week. Because there are fifty-two Mondays on a calendar, it feels repetitive. Like Groundhog Day.

But just like any other habit, we build habits in our moods and attitudes. If you repeatedly hate Mondays and think negatively about Mondays every Monday and on the days leading up to Monday, you will, in fact, remain unhappy with Mondays until you break that cycle.

So, if you’re content with that cycle, stop reading now. If you’re not, keep reading.

How to Enjoy Mondays

If you are tired of being tired of Mondays or on Mondays, I want to encourage you today to change the narrative. You don’t have to be obsessed with the Monday topic like I am, but at least, for your own sake, break the Monday stereotype for yourself. Change the narrative and start living with intention, purpose, and joy in your life. Mondays do not have to be terrible every week.

Your Monday thoughts will set the tone for the rest of your week. Just because it’s Monday doesn’t mean it has to be a bad day. Mondays have received a bad rep over the years by, what seems like, everyone. They are often associated with the early wake-up times, the long to-do lists, the “back to work we go song-of-mourning,” and the end of the carefree weekend. But what if we saw Mondays in a different light? What if we looked beyond the stereotypes and embraced the opportunities they hold?

Consider this: Monday is a fresh beginning, a chance to set new goals and intentions for the week ahead. It’s an opportunity to start with a clean slate and leave behind any lingering negativity from the previous week. Embracing Mondays means embracing the potential for growth, success, and new experiences. It’s not just another manic Monday, as sung by the Bangles. It’s a brand new day and, frankly, one we will never see again.

Instead of dreading the start of the workweek or whatever your week holds, let’s choose to focus on the silver linings and the GOOD each Monday brings. Maybe it’s a sense of structure and productivity to kick-start the week the way you need to. Perhaps Mondays offer a chance to feel fresh and renewed after the weekend or make progress towards different areas in your personal development. Let’s look for the small joys and victories that Mondays can bring, no matter how tiring they can be.

Remember, your mindset and your thoughts have the power to shape your reality. If you approach Mondays with enthusiasm and a positive outlook, you’ll be amazed at the transformation that comes with it. Start your Monday off right by enjoying what you established in your routine. If you don’t enjoy something, let’s work on changing that.

Challenge the Monday Stereotype.

So many others are already having a bad day just because it’s Monday. If you really don’t like “Mondays” that badly… maybe it’s time to change something in your life. Look at every area in your life and consider what is forcing you to view Mondays in a bad light.

Practice gratitude.

Instead of voicing a complaint or gossiping about how bad Monday is being to you, change your words and thank God for this new day and the many challenging things you learned from the day. If you’re truly not grateful for the day and how it went, consider what you can be grateful for (your job, your family, health, etc.).

Reflect on God’s daily new mercy.

Remind yourself that “Mercy woke me up this morning.” Today is fresh, it’s new, and Gods mercy is too. Sometimes, reflecting on God’s new mercy means giving yourself some mercy, too. If you’re just having a rough day as it is, Monday or not, extend yourself some grace and mercy.

Surround yourself with positive people.

As it awkward as it may be, try removing yourself from groups that engage in negative conversation, gossip, and complaining. Find people who don’t engage in these behaviors. If you can’t, change things up and start positive conversations. BE the positive person who challenges the Monday stereotype. Others might need to see this example.

Conclusion

Don’t fall into the Monday-hate trap. It’s just a setup to build an unhealthy habit that will keep you in the cycle of discontentment.

Let’s redefine Mondays together! Embrace the potential of the day (apart from its name) and make the best of it no matter what. How you start your Monday will determine the rest of your week, and possibly, your life.