We Have All Heard It… #SundayFunday!
I loved the idea of when that all started. My therapist brain went to “what a great reframe!” I know I am not alone, when Sunday hits, many of us become more stressed out, experience anxiety, fall in depression, and it is no longer Sunday Funday. My dad sent me this article one Sunday to read and I totally agree with it!
Why Do We Get So Stressed Out on Sunday?
Even before Sunday hits, on Saturday night it may all start. “Oh, I know tomorrow is Sunday, I have so much to do, I really don’t have a two day weekend, here comes the not sleeping.” Why do we do this? For everyone it is different, I don’t have a magical answer, sorry. Possible reasons may include:
- We’re not happy with our job and dread Monday.
- We didn’t get to fully recharge over the weekend.
- Actually, we were working over the weekend.
- Our to do list just got bigger over the weekend not smaller.
- We have an upcoming week that will be stressful and we are not prepared.
What Do We Do About it?
Going back to the reframe of Sunday Funday, we can start to change our perspective about Sundays, can it really be fun? Can we stop stressing so much? Can we control our thoughts, that impact our feelings, that may ultimately change our behavior? YES WE CAN! You can also use Sunday to be productive! Try making a to-do list (use fun markers!), actually check things off and set realistic goals, exercise (sweat in any way possible!), make a weekly plan, love your friends and family (give them a call!), and meal planning (Sunday is a perfect day for grocery shopping!).
Other Ideas to Enjoy #SundayFunday:
- By into the #SundayFunday! Actually have fun!
- Spend time with friends. Colorado loves to bunch!
- Make it a family tradition to eat together, plan a big meal!
- Do something fun with your kids!
- Sleep in!
- Turn off your phone!
- Self Care!
- Have a “me day” or a “me hour.”
- Try not to put too much pressure on yourself, positive affirmations, ask for help if you need to!
- If you still can’t get away from the stress, anxiety, depression, designate a specific time frame on Sunday to be stressed out, lean into that time, go ahead, do it, then after your time is up, that’s it! Try to let it go!
Sunday Can Be Fun!
I know not all of us, have a two day weekend, your #sundayfunday maybe a Monday or Tuesday or the middle of the week. Whatever day it is, the idea is the same!
Come on Colorado, Let’s make it the best #SundayFunday so far!
About the Author
My name is Katie Bisbee-Peek, owner and counselor at Peek Counseling. Do I struggle with Sundays, yes. My tricks? Not to look at any emails, don’t turn on my computer, unless it is an emergency, be present with my family and friends.
If I don’t feel like doing something, I try to say no.
A few times a month, my family tries to get together, and that day is usually Sunday! Before I go to bed, I have a calming spray and noise machine that helps me sleep.
Brunch-yes please!