The Monday Blues: How to Beat Anxiety at the Start of the Week

Mondays often trigger stress and anxiety as people transition from weekend relaxation to work demands. Studies in the U.S. show that workplace anxiety spikes on Monday mornings due to performance pressure and abrupt routine changes (American Institute of Stress, 2023).

A 2022 Gallup survey found that 41% of U.S. employees report feeling stressed “a lot of the day” on Mondays, often linked to tight deadlines and early meetings

Sarah, a 29-year-old marketing executive in New York, reported experiencing Sunday night insomnia due to Monday presentations.

Tips:

1. Prepare your Monday tasks on Friday.
2. Use a calming morning routine (music, meditation, or exercise).
3. Break big projects into small achievable steps.

Sources:

• American Institute of Stress (2023). “Workplace Stress Statistics.”
• Gallup (2022). “State of the Global Workplace Report.”