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MERRI MACARTNEY
November 13, 2024
Sunday Scaries
Fridays have become the most favourite day of the week. Those of us who are still working countdown from one weekend to the next when we are off the clock and masters of our own time. We have even given new names to mark the days leading to our beloved Friday. Wednesday is dubbed Hump Day as we get over the halfway point and more recently Thursday has become known asJunior Friday.
Studies indicate that this countdown is taken more seriously by those who find themselves in jobsthey no longer find enjoyable. Over months or years, the thrill of being hired has gone and in its place can be disappointment, boredom, or frustration of spending long days doing things they nolonger find satisfying in environments that leave them wanting more...not to mention with people who might not be so easy or pleasant. And that might even include themselves some days.
So Friday becomes that day when obligations are fulfilled and with the weekend comes the “me” time. This is the case for most people, according to studies, but not all. There are those who love their jobs and bounce out of bed every Monday morning and whistle on their way to work. Do weknow any like that? They are a rare breed.
Is it any wonder that the weekends hold such high value? Time is our most precious non-renewable resource, and we ought to use it to reap the greatest reward. For this reason, there is the attempt to pack as much as we can into this allotted time. Like wringing excess water from a towel for it to dry,we wring as much enjoyment as possible in the short time and long for those coveted vacation days.
However, do you know that Sunday is the most important day of the weekend? As each hour passes, there is the tendency to slip into what experts call anticipatory anxiety. This is when those dreaded feelings of going back to work Monday start to take over. Again, studies show that theemotional roller coaster from feeling full of life on Saturday to feeling anxious on Sunday plays havoc with our health. Not to be scary but most heart attacks occur on Monday mornings. Food forthought, yes?
For those of us who may experience the Sunday night blues, or scaries as they have also been called, it is time to rethink how we enjoy our weekends. Make Sunday the day to focus on doing those things on your “life affirming” list. Fill the day with all manner of self-care, fun and excitingadventures and most of all ensuring there are no regrets or feelings of missing out. Block work thoughts from your mind. Practice making our time our time and work time work time. Hard to do?At first perhaps. But oh, so worth it.
Our bodies will thank us for it. Don’t you think?
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NEXT BIWEEKLY BLOG COMING UP ON:
WEDNESDAY nov. 27, 2024
WITH MERRI MACARTNEY
The famous author of the book :
"Don't Die Before You're Dead"
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Soul Science with Alyssa
Registered Clinical Counsellor
Alyssa Brewer
November 13, 2024
Reminder: Perfection isn’t the goal
Perfection often feels like the ultimate destination, but chasing it can lead to frustration, burnout, and a feeling that we’re somehow never enough. This is because “perfect” isn’t real—it’s an illusion that doesn’t reflect our true, human experience. We’re constantly shown unrealistic standards through social media, advertising, and even workplace culture, which can make it feel as though perfection is both possible and expected. When we aim for flawlessness, we set ourselves up for constant comparison, and we lose sight of what really matters: growth, authenticity, and self-compassion.
Acceptance doesn’t mean giving up on our goals. Rather, it’s learning to embrace every step of our journey, including the setbacks, doubts, and imperfections along the way. True progress happens not when we’ve “fixed” everything, but when we learn to love and value who we are right now.
Acceptance doesn’t mean giving up on our goals. Rather, it’s learning to embrace every step of our journey, including the setbacks, doubts, and imperfections along the way. True progress happens not when we’ve “fixed” everything, but when we learn to love and value who we are right now.
Remember, self-acceptance is about honouring all parts of ourselves—the messy, the uncertain, and the beautiful. When we stop demanding perfection, we make space for resilience, creativity, and growth. Let go of the need to be perfect, and lean into the freedom of just being you.
Here’s to our beautifully imperfect journeys!
Thanks for joining me on this path of discovery! I’m Alyssa Brewer, a Registered Clinical Counsellor with SOUL & SCIENCE COUNSELLING.
Here’s to our beautifully imperfect journeys!
Thanks for joining me on this path of discovery! I’m Alyssa Brewer, a Registered Clinical Counsellor with SOUL & SCIENCE COUNSELLING.
NEXT BIWEEKLY BLOG COMING UP ON:
WEDNESDAY nov. 27, 2024
WITH Alyssa Brewer
You can also visit her website
www.soulandsciencecounselling.ca
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