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Sunday Scaries No More

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Fairfield chapter.

Overtired and sick from the weekend chaos?  Worried about what the upcoming days of school work will bring? The “Sunday Scaries” are defined by the anxious feeling that sets in at the start of the week, due to the impending return to school or work. Here are some tips on how to conquer your Sunday and make it a productive and stress-free day!

1. Hit The Gym: Exercise is proven to improve your mood and boost your energy.  There’s no better way to reduce anxiety about the long week ahead than working out!

2. Take A Nap: While naps may have a lazy and negative connotation, they’re actually a great way to boost alertness, zap stress, and eliminate bad moods caused by sleep deprivation.

 

3. Watch An Episode Of Your Favorite TV Show: Notice I said just 1… Binge watching a whole season is very different than taking some time to yourself to enjoy an episode of your favorite show. But as long as you don’t get lost in the black hole of Netflix, watching TV is a great Sunday study break!

 

4. Make Yourself A Cup Of Tea: While coffee tends to be every student’s go-to drink during the busy school week, it has been proven to have a significant depressing effect. Tea is truly a hidden gem. It has several positive health benefits, such as boosting your immune system and protecting your bones.

 

5. Practice Yoga: In the most simplistic terms, yoga can make you happier and help you focus. Practicing yoga can improve coordination, reaction time, and memory.  Definitely be sure to sign up for yoga classes at the RecPlex through imleagues.com or if you’re in a time crunch, just take a few quick minutes to relax and meditate in the comfort of your own dorm.

 

 

Friends, sun, sand, and sea is all this chick needs.
Alexis DiZenzo is a motivated Connecticut native. She attends Fairfield University where she is majoring in digital journalism and minoring in marketing. She is currently co-campus corespondent of Fairfield's Her Campus chapter. Along with managing Her Campus Fairfield, Alexis has interned with The Secured Lender Magazine, and NBC Sports. She is a contributing writer for Elite Daily as well as Thought Catalog. In the early stages of her college career, Alexis has taken the initiative to reach far among the stars and achieve goals early on. She has a great sense of editing, writing, publishing, marketing and leadership as well as strong interpersonal skills. (And a fun-loving, outgoing personality!) Alexis' favorite book (and movie) is The Great Gatsby, she lives by the words of Carrie Bradshaw and you could definitely find her on a beach, soaking up the sun. Instagram @alexisdizenzo www.alexisfdizenzo.com