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Why We Have The Monday Morning Blues
Your solution could be found on Sunday
I recently learned that on average, at least 16.1 million Americans call out of work on the Monday following the Super Bowl. This phenomenon is understandable; the excitement from the previous night lingers, making it challenging to muster the motivation to work. Research further confirms that Mondays witness the highest rates of absenteeism. But why is that?
For me personally, any day of the week that I’m not engrossed in my own projects, I find myself groggy and plagued by a defeatist mindset. Mondays, in particular, seem to loom over me like a strict schoolteacher, knowing she’s about to call me out. It’s a familiar plot:
On Friday nights, we unwind, perhaps going out or simply relaxing, finally adhering to the clock’s demands.
Saturday grants us the luxury of sleeping in, catching up on tasks, or indulging in leisure activities. Some of us, however, spend the day toiling away at full or part-time jobs.
Sunday arrives, bringing with it a sense of impending doom. My husband and I might plan a special meal or a leisurely stroll, or we might opt to stay in, preserving our energy for the inevitable arrival of Monday.
