It’s that time of the week again. Time to set those alarms, jump into drive, and start yet another week. If you’re thinking that Sunday should come with a pause button, you’re not alone. How many of you embrace Mondays? And how many of you have already started your countdown to Friday at five? I was always part of the latter group. For me, the Sunday Scaries would kick in around 5 pm on Sunday night, and I would wake up on Monday telling myself I just needed five more minutes of sleep — which would inevitably turn into forty. Those feelings are what prompted me to find my passion, and start a creative outlet (since I was too young to be plotting my retirement).
When I started this blog, I was working full-time in a demanding job. I constantly felt burnt out, but when it came time to write my posts each night I was hit with a sudden burst of energy. It was then that I realized that I should be feeling this spark everyday. I should be excited to wake up…start my day…and get to the office. But I wasn’t.
More and more people today have found some type of side-hustle — whether lucrative or not. It gives them a level of pleasure and satisfaction that they can’t or haven’t found in their 9 – 5. And while it isn’t always easy to come home from work and start working all over again, it can bring you a sense of fulfillment that can keep you going until you are able to turn your passion into a paycheck.
I’m by no means an expert on the subject, but if you have a side-hustle that brings you joy, embrace it. Be easy on yourself, and remember that it is supposed to make you happy, not feel like homework. Have fun with it, and relish the time you devote to it. With any luck, it will make your day job more palatable, and help you find a path that will ultimately make you happy and reward you.
So on this Monday, if you’re one of those people counting down the seconds till Friday, take a breath and tell yourself this too shall pass. And if you’re one of those fortunate few who loves what they do — give yourself a pat on the back, and rock on!
How do you embrace the day?
Trying harder to embrace Mondays, but it’s hard! While I love my job, I tend to work a lot of hours so Mondays are the start of less fun for me. Which reminds me, I need to get better at work/life balance!
Christina :: Simple and Delish
Good luck with the work/life balance, Christina! It’s so nice to hear that you enjoy what you do. Hope your week is off to a great start!
Beautiful message. We all need a pursuit that makes us come alive indeed. Enjoy your week, Vanessa!
Thanks, Cara! I’m glad you enjoyed the post. Hope your week is off to a great start!
Thank you for this Monday pep talk. Have a great week Vanessa!
http://www.kathrineeldridge.com
Thanks, Kathrine! I hope it helped today, and your week is off to a great start.
I think I have a case of the Mondays. They are always so hard for me! :-/
~Samantha
http://goldcoastgirlblog.com
I hear you, Samantha! Mondays are even harder when it’s pouring outside, and you just want to stay in bed. Hope your week is off to a great start!
Love your Monday motivation! I’m dragging this morning so I read this at the perfect time 🙂
Taffeta & Tulips
Thanks, Kate! I know the feeling today. This dreary weather isn’t helping, either. Hope your week is off to a good start!
Ironically I think for most people it’s the side hustle that keeps them alive! And for the fortunate few that loved side hustle can become a main one! I rather enjoy Mondays, it’s a fresh start to a new week! Love the mantra.
xo, alice / T Y P E N U
It’s so nice to hear someone say that they enjoy Mondays, Alice! That’s a great way to look at the day, and a good perspective to start the week off with.
do lovely vanessa! thanks for sharing babe!!
XO JNESS
jenessasheffield
Thanks, Jenessa! I’m glad you enjoyed the post.
Great post, Vanessa! You’re always so motivating and encouraging with these quote posts you always share, I love them! I agree, we should all look for something that helps to bring happiness and relieve the stress, whatever that may be. I remember when I was doing my undergraduate studies, one of my professors was an artist (a really great one, too!) and would have his work showcased in galleries. I felt that to be pretty cool that such a successful and renowned person in his professional field did other things than write books and conduct research studies on human behavior, haha! I don’t know why this reminded me of him exactly, haha. Nonetheless, I love and agree with the post and thanks so much for sharing, beauty!
XO,
Jalisa
http://www.thestylecontour.com
Thanks for sharing that story, Jalisa! I think it’s great to pursue other hobbies — even if you enjoy what you do for a living. I’m so glad you found this post insightful. Hope your week is off to a great start!
I am loving this post! I used to have my online shop as my side hustle, but after sorting things through my life, I was able to turn it into my full-time hustle. I agree– everyone should feel the spark every single day. It’s such a great feeling!
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Congratulations on turning your side-hustle into your full-time gig, Connie! That must be a great feeling, and I’m so glad you can say that you enjoy what you do.
I might sound like a nut head but Monday is my favourite day of the week and never have I felt the Monday Blues other than thsoe Mondays where I wasn’t feeling well. That shows how much I appreciate a good start to the week ahaha! Hope you Monday was fabulous dear and Happy Tuesday xx
Real Life Nerd
http://www.vivienekok.com
That’s great, Viviene! I always envied people who liked Mondays — until I found my passion, and felt that same feeling of excitement about the start of a new week.
When all else fails, good food usually makes me happy!
xx Yasmin
http://banglesandbungalows.com
Sweets do it for me, Yasmin!
“Side-hustle” – a wonderful term for what makes you feel alive, when your job is killing you. We all need one. Finding “it” is harder for some, easier for others. A great, inspirational post.
Thanks, Vlad!
Too young to be planning you retirement!!! I love that. I agree about doing what you love which makes you excited to wake up every morning!! I also tell myself 5 minutes when I wake and they turn into an hour.
http://www.fashionstylemogul.com
Thanks, Meron! I’m glad you enjoyed the post.
Love this post! I enjoyed the read! Thanks for sharing!
Xoxo,
Love from http://www.trangscorner.com {a lifestyle, fashion, beauty, and food blog}
Thanks, Trang!
This is exactly what I’m going through! Currently, at a 9-5, and trying to find the balance of working out after work, making dinner, spending time with my boyfriend, and squeezing in time to blog. I really want to get my blog on it’s feet, but I’m having trouble finding the energy and time after each long day. I think I just need to put my mind to it. Eventually, I want to make it my full time job. Thanks for the encouragement in this post… it definitely helps!
I’m so glad you found this post insightful, Angela! I’ve been there, so I know how you’re feeling. My advice would be to do what you can. Don’t pressure yourself — if you can write three great posts a week, that’s wonderful. If you find that you need to write them all on the weekend and schedule them in advance, that’s fine, too. Do what works for you, and still allows you to enjoy the process. Good luck!