Did you know that research time and time again reveals that Monday is the most stressful day of the week? In 2014, mind.org reported that Mondays were so stressful that "two-thirds of people experience 'Sunday Blues,' anxiety triggered by thoughts of work the following day." (see article here)
How we view something has a big impact on our actions toward it, be it musicians, green vegetables, church, math, in-laws, or exercise. So if I view Monday as stressful, it will be stressful -- a big thumbs down to starting a new week.
Therefore, the New Year's Resolution is to view every Monday of this new year just as you view New Year's Day -- a new beginning, a new expedition, another chance, a better life, a better YOU!
This uplifting thrill in our hearts does not and should not be only once a year, but 52 times a year! And now, honestly, Mondays are my FAVORITE day of the week! It's a new chance, new goals, new wonders. What will God do this week? How will He show His glory? Who will I have a chance to love this week? to share God's love with? to comfort? Will I succeed? Will I persevere? How will my husband and my children touch my heart? It has a positive, productive effect on the entire week. I have personally been practicing my new view of Mondays for almost two years now, and it has been a refreshing approach to my life.
Every Monday is a new open door. God wants you to love it! Every Monday, read this message from God to YOU:
“I know your works. SEE, I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it; for you have a little strength, have kept My word, and have not denied My name.”
Will you SEE this gift from God of an open door every Monday?
by pippalou