How to Change Monday Morning Blues into Positive

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Beat the Monday Drag—Start Your Week on the Right Foot

You barely roll out of bed after the alarm blares. For a split second, it feels like you just had the best sleep in months—and then, bam, the Monday blues hit like a wave.

Everything feels like a chore. You’re sluggish, unmotivated, and unsure how you’ll make it through the day in one piece.

If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone. The Monday morning blues are real—even high achievers deal with them. But here’s the thing: they’re not inevitable. You can flip the switch and turn that Monday mood around.


Why Do Monday Blues Happen Anyway?

According to Psych Central, the body thrives on routine. But over the weekend, we often break that rhythm with late-night movies, sleeping in, and doing everything off schedule.

Come Monday, your body and brain are out of sync—and boom, you feel off. But it doesn’t have to be this way.


Top 5 Ways to Change Monday Morning Blues into Positivity

1. Get Ahead of Monday—Start on Friday

While you’re still in work mode on Friday, knock out your Monday prep:

  • Finish any homework

  • Wrap up important chores

  • Set out clothes or materials you’ll need Monday

This avoids weekend stress and guarantees you won’t start the week in panic mode.


2. Start Your Morning Routine… on Sunday Night

Ever had that dream where you got everything done and felt amazing—only to wake up and realize it was just a dream?

Avoid that nightmare by prepping ahead:

  • Pack your bag

  • Lay out your clothes

  • Charge your phone

  • Set your alarm

You’ll sleep better knowing everything is ready—and maybe even score 10 extra minutes of shut-eye.


3. Don’t Snooze, Just Move

When the alarm rings—don’t negotiate. Just get up.
Head straight to the shower. A quick blast of cold water at the end will jolt your system awake and chase off the fog. Trust me, it works.


4. Hydrate First Thing

Keep a cold water bottle in the fridge Sunday night.
Chugging it first thing on Monday not only wakes you up but also kickstarts your metabolism and clears mental sluggishness—often caused by overnight dehydration.


5. Chill on the Weekend

Yes, weekends are for fun—but not just for catching up on work. Balance is key.

  • Schedule downtime

  • Go outside

  • Watch a movie or read a book

  • Catch up with a friend

Your brain needs that rest to stay focused and upbeat come Monday.


Final Thoughts

The truth is, Monday doesn’t have to suck. It’s not about dreading the start of the week—it’s about taking back control of how you begin it.

So, are you ready to beat the Monday blues and walk into your week with confidence, clarity, and maybe even a smile?

You’ve got this. 💪

62 Comments

  1. I think I am the only person on earth who loves Mondays. Everyone is back at work and school and I get TONS done 🙂

  2. He he heee I like the Chillaxing bit most. I dont actually agree with Taking an Ice cold glass of water first thing in the morning. Rather a room temperature glass of water is better. Or so said my GP.

    I also let a bit of cold water flow through my hair after i wash it…Its meant to be good for keeping split ends off…didnt know its good for the general body too!

  3. LOL @ Robin well if you look at it that way there are many things to smile about.. I have a question, why it is when we are on vacation that same monday is no longer blue? LOL…IJS

  4. I only hated Mondays when I was in school because I hated having to get up early and go to school. now as an adult Mondays have never bothered me but I know they sure bother Garfield

  5. I think we all fall prey to Monday blues. I just did some painting with my boys and it was the perfect way to unwind, relax, and enjoy the start of the week.

  6. Thankfully I’m not a Monday morning blues person, but maybe it’s because it’s just hanging with my four year old and dropping my six year old off at school with some household chores thrown in between. Although this might not always be the case, so thanks for the tips. I love staying on top of things so that I can enjoy my weekends.

  7. These are some great tips. For me it’s a little different because my Monday is actually Friday, as I work during the weekends. But on Friday, when it is my Monday I try to remember everything I get to look forward too on my next days off.

  8. Start your morning right is a good way to put it. I don’t think people realize how much this contributes to how your day goes.

  9. Monday seems to be my most productive day although I find I need to get really organized on Sunday so my Mondays run smoothly. These are great tips!

  10. This is great. My MIL always disliked 60 minutes, the show on Sunday evenings that reminds her of Mondays! I don’t mind Mondays too much, but I do enjoy a hot cup of water with lemon in the am.

  11. For those who only have Sunday off and must work every Saturday, your post is really useful as I am having Monday blues a lot most week. Thank you for sharing these tips 🙂

  12. I’m more of a night person so getting everything I need to get done for the next day is a breeze. My night routine isn’t simple, but it does make getting 4 kids and a husband out the door on time. LOL

  13. When I used to have to get up early on a Monday morning I found having the alarm clock out of reach was the only way to beat the ten-minute snooze syndrome. Once my feet were on the floor I was up and ready to start the day. Otherwise, I could snooze away an hour in ten-minute batches.

  14. I don’t mind Mondays but I know a few people that despise them. Not sure why- it is the fresh start to a new week and the weeks go by so fast why complain? Very helpful information I will share with others.

  15. Yesterday, I was dragging so much that I was late for work (and didn’t even care). I can’t tolerate a cold shower, not even for a few minutes. I will give drinking ice cold water a try first thing in the morning.

  16. Yes! I don’t leave enough time for Chillax. I get right up, take a shower, drink water, put my bag out by the door but still… don’t like to brush my hair or put makeup on. hehe. I end up doing it in the bathroom at work!

  17. These are great tips. I find Mondays work best for me when I feel rested and prepared. Implementing a schedule to get my kids in bed on time and pre-planning breakfast and lunch make the mornings so much smoother and thus the rest of the day and week.

  18. Love all of these tips!! One of my resolutions was to become more of a morning person, and I can definitely use these tips to help with that 🙂

  19. Nice tips! my tip would be to look forward something nice on Monday. Think os something positive before you go to bed on Sunday night and wake up happy.

  20. I actually don’t hate Mondays, but I don’t work outside the home either. I love my job – and I love being home with my kids. Even though Monday means the start of another crazy week, it is still fun.

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