Dealing with Sunday Scaries

We've all been there – let's navigate it together. If you're unfamiliar with the term 'Sunday Scaries,' check Urban Dictionary for some insights. 😮

I know that at first glance this does not look like a meditation post; but it is! Sometimes moments like this are the easiest and best time to feel mindful. For example: you may feel mindful of how much your head hurts, you may even be too mindful about some things!

That being said, let's take this as an opportunity to listen to and give our bodies the rest it needs. I'll organize this post into three categories: physical, mental, and social. We'll explore ways to counter the potential effects of a wild weekend on each of these fronts.

Physical:

If you're feeling a bit under the weather, these herbal remedies might help:

• Peppermint tea for digestion

• Chamomile tea to calm the nerves

• Ginger for an energy boost

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Unlike common belief, a big greasy breakfast is not always best. Your body is already using a lot of energy breaking down any toxins and cleansing, you may want to try foods that are easier to break down, and build up as the day goes on (so you can have a big greasy dinner instead)

Here are a few hangover happy meals:

• Smoothies/Smoothie Bowl

• Greek Yogurt with berries and honey

• White Rice and miso soup

• Fruit salad

• Avocado Toast with everything bagel seasoning.

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Often times your body can feel heavy and hard to lift after a long weekend. A light streching/yoga session can aid in returning blood flow and energy to the body!

Try these yoga exercises to rejuvenate your body:

(for the full walk-through click here)

• Balasana (Child's Pose)

• Adho Mukha Svanasana (Downward-Facing Dog)

• Savasana (Corpse Pose)

• Halasana (Plow Pose)

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Mental:

Practice mindfulness in small, manageable doses:

• Occasionally take a breath of mindfulness, and come back into your body

• Reflect on the weekend without self-criticism (hint: take a refresh inhale and exhale when thoughts stick around too long)

• Forgive yourself for any excesses and move forward

• Practice self-love meditations.

>I surprisingly only found a few YouTube meditations I really enjoyed for a self-love and forgiveness exercise. This highlights the importance of combining tips from many practices and creating your own version of self-love affirmations. I did find a great narrated talk/meditation on self-love by Sister Dand Nghiem (TW-talk on harsh negative self speech). I also linked a MODMIND meditation here.

Create a comfortable environment:

• Practice self-love by taking a thoughtful shower and treating yourself to a comfy day "hygiene ritual"

• Set up your space how you like.

>Take this time to get moving a bit today. Pick up some clothes or junk on your floor and get it out of your space for a while. Maybe light a candle and make a hot drink!

• Watch a comfort movie or show

• Order your favorite meal for take out

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Social:

Reflect on what's within your control:

• Focus on your reactions and choices

Take accountability and make amends:

• Reach out to those affected by your actions

Reconnect with friends and find solace in shared experiences:

• Share a funny story from the weekend

• Have a Sunday get together to recover

• Offer and receive support in laughter and understanding

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Good Luck! 😋

and

Happy Sunday ☀👻