3 Ways to be Rid of the Sunday Scaries - Rufus Carter
We want to address something that can be somewhat serious but that not a lot of parents talk about: the dreaded Sunday Scaries. The name is sort of cute but the feelings of anxiety and depression that some people experience on Sundays can be anything but. If you experience the Sunday Scaries on a regular basis, you may feel robbed of what should be time for relaxation on the weekends, or you may have a hard time getting ready to take on the rest of the week.
You’re not alone and you don’t have to take on the Sunday Scaries all alone. This is why we want you to have the following resources and tips.
Self-Care Can Make a Real Difference
Now, you likely already know this, but like so many other parents, you may be struggling to fit self-care into your Sunday routine—not to mention your hectic everyday lifestyle. Try these tips:
So Can Taking Care of Your Mental Health
Self-care is essential for managing your emotional well-being, but sometimes it’s just not enough. That’s okay and you should feel okay about using these links to reach out for help:
Sundays Can Also Be Focused on Family Time
If you’re a mum, focusing on self-care and overall mental health is a must for dealing with Sunday Scaries. But it also helps to have something to look forward to, like time with family.
When you’re a busy mum juggling a million responsibilities and worries, it makes sense that Sundays feel pretty scary. Remember, whether it’s Sunday, Monday, or any other day of the week, your mental health and self-care habits should be a top priority. There are also practical ways to space out your errands during the week so you can focus on family and relaxation on Sunday. Combining all of these tips should help to chase Sunday Scaries away.
This guide was brought to you by Basic Counseling Skills, a free online resource geared to the needs of University and College Students, Health Care Practitioners, Volunteers, and New Counselors. For more information, contact us today!
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You’re not alone and you don’t have to take on the Sunday Scaries all alone. This is why we want you to have the following resources and tips.
Self-Care Can Make a Real Difference
Now, you likely already know this, but like so many other parents, you may be struggling to fit self-care into your Sunday routine—not to mention your hectic everyday lifestyle. Try these tips:
- Know that self-care doesn’t have to be time-consuming or complicated to work.
- As an example, you can spend a few minutes journaling to improve your mental health.
- Or, you can set aside some time on Sunday morning to practice mindful meditation.
- Learn how to make time for self-care and develop a routine.
So Can Taking Care of Your Mental Health
Self-care is essential for managing your emotional well-being, but sometimes it’s just not enough. That’s okay and you should feel okay about using these links to reach out for help:
- While dealing with mental health issues may feel scary, know that help is available.
- It’s important to recognize the signs of bad energy in your home.
- This is key when the Sunday Scaries may be a symptom of a general anxiety disorder.
- If you do seek professional help, it can be a good idea to know what to expect.
- Managing mental health can be especially important when you’re a new mum.
Sundays Can Also Be Focused on Family Time
If you’re a mum, focusing on self-care and overall mental health is a must for dealing with Sunday Scaries. But it also helps to have something to look forward to, like time with family.
- Want to combine self-care and family time? Start a yoga practice together.
- You could also reserve some time on Sundays for time in nature, like a nice hike.
- Before you can make these plans, you’ll need to find ways to streamline your to-dos.
When you’re a busy mum juggling a million responsibilities and worries, it makes sense that Sundays feel pretty scary. Remember, whether it’s Sunday, Monday, or any other day of the week, your mental health and self-care habits should be a top priority. There are also practical ways to space out your errands during the week so you can focus on family and relaxation on Sunday. Combining all of these tips should help to chase Sunday Scaries away.
This guide was brought to you by Basic Counseling Skills, a free online resource geared to the needs of University and College Students, Health Care Practitioners, Volunteers, and New Counselors. For more information, contact us today!
Photo Valeria Ushakova via Pexels
