If you find your head stuck to the pillow on Monday, there are ways to help you overcome your first work anxiety of the week. Here are 14 tips to start your week off right.
1. go for a walk
![14 things people do on Monday to get through the week 2 A person walking a pack of dogs.](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/Pet-Friendly-e1702501713691.jpg)
Exercising before work is a great way to maintain your physical and mental health. If you have a dog, start an early morning routine with him.
2. Go to the gym
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![training wear](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/workout-clothes.jpg)
If walking isn’t your thing, go to the gym and lift weights or take a workout class. Working out is a great way to de-stress and improve your focus before heading to work. Plus, you put yourself first every day.
3. Fake Monday meeting
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![14 things people do on Monday to get through the week 4 Financial advisor scale e1692237055604](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/financial-advisor-scaled-e1692237055604.jpg)
Put a fake meeting on your calendar so no one will interrupt you first thing Monday morning. I love this idea. By booking yourself, you can avoid boring impromptu encounters.
4. Office optimism
![14 things people do on Monday to get through the week 5 Agree, approve, yes, I'm happy](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Thumbs-up-approve-yes-happy-e1693034353160.jpg)
![14 things people do on Monday to get through the week 5 Agree, approve, yes, I'm happy](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Thumbs-up-approve-yes-happy-e1693034353160.jpg)
This is not advice. It’s just funny. Some people joke with each other, “There’s only 5 days left!” Everyone is counting down the days left until Saturday. Build relationships with your co-workers. Have a little fun.
5. Meditate
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![meditation](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Meditation.jpg)
Start your day with a little meditation to set your goals for the week. If you don’t have time to do this before work, go for a walk during lunch or find a quiet place to calm your mind, be grateful, and stay focused.
6. Cold water
![drinking water](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/drinking-water.jpg)
![drinking water](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/drinking-water.jpg)
Drink a glass of water before your morning coffee. Water improves mental dexterity. When heading to the water machine, it’s important to stand up from a sitting position and stretch your legs and back. This will give you a good excuse to joke with your colleagues.
7. Quit cappuccino
![Soft skills - Attentive young smart woman smiling and giving a high five while working in the office](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/soft-skills-office.jpg)
![Soft skills - Attentive young smart woman smiling and giving a high five while working in the office](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/soft-skills-office.jpg)
according to Neuroscientist Andrew Huberman, you should delay your morning coffee craving for at least 90 minutes. This method eliminates the afternoon lull when caffeine leaves your system. I don’t know if I would do this.
8. Learn software
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![I receive hundreds of resumes every day — how career changers can make their skills shine](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Shutterstock_2184998063.jpg)
Become proficient with the company’s software. Most people only know how to use it at a surface level. If you can work more efficiently in less time, you can avoid the early morning crowds.
9. Become self-employed
![3 signs your workplace is actually toxic — and 3 times it's not.](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/make_extra_money_SS_MSN.jpg)
![3 signs your workplace is actually toxic — and 3 times it's not.](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/make_extra_money_SS_MSN.jpg)
If possible, avoid scheduling meetings on Mondays. You can relax, complete your paperwork, and relax into the week.
10. Reward yourself
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![hotel breakfast](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/IMG_6794.jpeg)
Self-love is underrated. Why not choose the saddest time of the week to treat yourself? Enjoy a special breakfast every Monday morning. It’s a meal that makes you look forward to getting up in the morning and going to work.
11. Please wake up earlier
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Wake up two to three hours before you leave the house for work. It gives you time to relax at home before diving into your weekly busy schedule.
12. Musical Motivation
![14 things people do on Monday to get through the week 13 sad woman listening to music](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/sad-woman-listening-to-music.webp)
![14 things people do on Monday to get through the week 13 sad woman listening to music](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/sad-woman-listening-to-music.webp)
Putting on your favorite playlist or podcast is a great way to jumpstart your day. Find your favorite podcasts and look forward to new episodes released every Monday. If possible, listen while you’re at work.
13. Working from home
![Graphic designer sitting in front of laptop while working online](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/graphic-designer-WFH.jpg)
![Graphic designer sitting in front of laptop while working online](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/graphic-designer-WFH.jpg)
Not everyone has this luxury, but those who can work from home at least one day a week say they take their laptop home on Monday. You’ll start later and get more work done at the kitchen table than at the office.
14. Coffee every day
![14 things people do on Monday to get through the week 15 A coffee shop owner is opening the door and inviting customers into the store.](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/shutterstock_1219383463-scaled-e1682730535943.jpg)
![14 things people do on Monday to get through the week 15 A coffee shop owner is opening the door and inviting customers into the store.](https://wealthofgeeks.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/shutterstock_1219383463-scaled-e1682730535943.jpg)
Finally, some inspiration we all need. It’s fun to start your day off right with a cup of coffee or something to look forward to.