Stop the Monday Hating #RisingNigeria

You think Monday hating is a myth? Think again.

From Pyschologies Magazine, most of us dread Mondays due to the negatve things we associate Monday with- perceived loss of freedom and choosing how we spend our time. In fact, a study conducted by Maryland University shows that the heart rate of people spike on Monday, whether they have to work or not.

Want to cure the Monday blues?

-          Realize you are free to do as you wish!

Realize you haven’t lost your freedom, because you indeed choose to work where you do. If not, you always have the chance to walk away, advices life coach, Stephen Russell.

-          Monday Ritual

Start a small Monday tradition that makes you look forward to Mondays. Like reading Viviretail.blogspot.com, every Monday J

-          Have a mid-week treat!

A lot of us live for the weekends where we get to meet friends and family, and spend time together. But why limit these activities to the weekend? Give yourself a mid-week treat -  go see a movie, have dinner with a friend, says career coach, Denise Taylor.

-          Mini Meditation

Find a quiet spot, (the bathroom if conducive), and find a fixed but relaxed position. Set your phone timer for a minute. Close your eyes and allow your mind to settle into your breathing. Boroson talks about how clearing your mind can help you feel calmer especially on Mondays where we may not have time to relax.

Try these out and let us know how that worked for you. Wish you a happier Monday!