Negativity is contagious. It is much easier to dwell and complain about the things that are not going our way that it is to talk about things that are actually going smoothly. It is more interesting (and maybe you'll even get some sympathy) to talk about how you overslept, burnt your toast, spilled your coffee and got stuck in traffic than it is to tell someone that your routine was successful this morning. I mean, where is the fun in that?!
We get sucked in my others' negativity. At work, at school at home. It doesn't matter where you are. Be aware of this - and also be careful that you aren't the one creating the negative environment. We have to work hard to create a positive and enjoyable environment for ourselves, ESPECIALLY on Mondays.
Our challenge to you - next time you find yourself around someone with a case of the Mondays, remove yourself completely from the situation. Go back to your desk and make a list of all the positive things in YOUR life. Be proactive in choosing your path for the day.
Today's Starfish
As an easy way to help prevent a case of the Mondays for ourselves and our co-workers, we decided to bring bagels to share this morning. It is always nice to come into work on a Monday morning with a surprise waiting for you. And maybe they helped turn someone's day around :)
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