Written by: Janifer Wheeler, Senior Level Executive Contributor
Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise.
Sunday many of us, carries a daunting weight—the onset of the Sunday Scaries! That overwhelming sense of dread and anxiety as we anticipate a new week can leave us feeling drained even before it begins. But hold up, there's a glimmer of hope!
As a productivity coach and e-learning expert, I'm here to share some practical strategies that will set you on the right path for the week ahead. Let's start with a deep breath and a gentle reminder. Taking proactive measures to prevent burnout is crucial for maintaining productivity and staying motivated throughout the week.
With these tips in your arsenal, you'll be primed to face any challenge that comes your way with confidence and a touch of sass.
Prevent the sunday scaries
Plan ahead
Having an organized plan ready to go is essential for successful women. This isn’t just about planning out the coming weeks or months; BadAss women also plan out small details like what they need to do tomorrow morning when they wake up or which outfit will make them feel most powerful in upcoming meetings. Planning ahead gives you a sense of control and removes any stress associated with feeling unprepared. Set aside some time on Sunday to organize yourself for the coming week so that nothing catches you off guard.
Take time for yourself
BadAss women know that taking care of themselves is essential if they want to remain productive and focused throughout the week. Whether this means taking a yoga class or getting a massage, make sure you take some time for yourself on Sunday to recharge your body and mind before facing another full week of responsibilities. You don’t have to spend much money either—just make sure your weekly self-care ritual helps you relax and recharge to tackle the upcoming workweek head-on.
Set your intentions
This could mean writing down your goals or intentions for the upcoming week to hold yourself accountable or creating positive affirmations that remind you of why your efforts are worthwhile. Setting intentions is about creating a positive outlook and focusing on what matters most in life, whether career success or spending more time with family and friends. Whatever it is, setting intentions will help keep you focused on what matters most when distractions arise during the workweek.
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At The Sunday Set-Up, we care about you and your well-being. That’s why we provide self-care tips, affirmations, and gratitude practices to foster a positive mindset and empower you to prioritize self-love. After all, adding yourself to your To-Do list is a must-do!
Resetting on Sunday like a successful BADASS woman doesn’t have to be hard! All it takes is some strategic planning, uninterrupted time for nurturing yourself, and setting intentions for each week ahead—pretty soon, it will become part of your regular routine!
Utilizing these tips in your Sunday reset routine allows you to stay productive, motivated, and focused all week long!
Give it a try this weekend—you won’t regret it!
Janifer Wheeler, Senior Level Executive Contributor Brainz Magazine
Janifer Wheeler is a rule-breaking entrepreneur on fire. After 25 years of assisting schools and small businesses with process design, internal structure, education, and workplace culture, she founded The JOYFully BadAss Business App™ to help side hustlers & solopreneurs break away from society's BS so they can be more effective in their DO LESS BE MORE productivity mindset. Her international speaking gigs focus on advocacy, empowerment, AND joy ‒ making it easier for introverted entrepreneurs to succeed! Joy Full Productivity
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