Find a theme for the week. Every Monday, I post an inspiring quote or saying. These are intentional! Each week, as part of my Sunday night calming down time, I consider what I'd like to focus on in the coming week, and look for a quote that's a good fit to strengthen it.

What are you excited about for the new week? What problem-solving opportunities do you have? What's been hanging over your head undone from last week? During your preparation time on Sunday night, think about the week ahead and mark a few things that you want to get done and can reasonably accomplish. If possible, schedule at least one of them for Monday, so you've started your week off feeling successful, instead of feeling like there's a mountain of tasks ahead of you. The work is the same either way, but our attitudes are always within our control.

When you are intentionally creating a life you love, Mondays begin to feel less like drudgery(单调乏味的苦差事), and more like a beautiful start!