For office workers, Sunday night is often the most challenging time of the week. As the joys of the weekend come to an end, the stresses of the coming work week rush in, making negative emotions almost inevitable. How can one eliminate anxiety and face the new week with full energy? It is helpful to look at how successful professionals handle this transition.
In her book 'What Successful People Do on the Weekend,' Laura Vanderkam notes that successful individuals often engage in the following nine activities on Sunday evenings:
First, they spend quality time with family and friends. Successful people understand that the upcoming workdays will be extremely busy and they may not have time later, so most choose to spend their final hours of rest with their loved ones.
Second, they plan fun activities. Vanderkam states that this is very important; it not only adds enjoyment to the weekend but also helps you ignore the 'Monday morning blues.' For example, some people have family dinners almost every week. You can also go to a movie, get a spa treatment, or play bowling.
Third, they plan and organize for the upcoming week. Some successful people like to schedule their agenda on Sunday evening, setting goals and deadlines for the next seven days.
Fourth, they exercise. Workplace consultant Egan suggests that taking a walk, playing tennis, or joining a fitness class are all good choices. Vanderkam mentions in her book that Aliza Rosen, from the television industry, does hot yoga at 6:00 PM on Sunday evenings. Rosen says: 'This helps me flush out the toxins from the past week and allows me to focus more on the work the next day.'
Fifth, they pick up their reading plans. Many successful people have developed the good habit of reading before bed, so they continue to read books on weekend evenings as usual.
Sixth, they fulfill commitments from the previous week. In last week's work, we might have agreed to many things but lacked the energy to follow up. On Sunday night, we can reply to emails and complete unfulfilled promises without interruptions.
Seventh, they relax themselves. If you realize you are about to face a busy week, eating a healthy dinner and getting a good night's sleep is crucial. It is about 'refueling your body and brain.'
Eighth, they volunteer. Vanderkam writes in her book that a great way to end the weekend is by volunteering. Nothing relaxes the spirit more than helping others. Through volunteer activities, people are no longer isolated individuals but are spiritually connected to one another.
Ninth, they stay in a high-energy state on Sunday night. No matter what you think, Monday will eventually arrive. Therefore, try to maintain positive energy and end your weekend with a positive mindset.
However, as much as we have discussed, others' practices should only be taken as reference. Only by finding a method that suits you can you happily spend the final hours of your weekend.
