I Fell In love with Monday! Why haven’t you?

Most people dread Mondays. I used to be one of them — until I completely changed how I viewed the start of the week. In this post, I share how I shifted from Sunday night anxiety to Monday morning excitement. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, freelancer, or simply someone seeking more control over your time, this is how to love Mondays and start your week with purpose.

Why I Used to Hate Mondays

During my time working for large firms like KPMG LLP, Mondays meant stress, airport runs, and long workweeks ahead. Sunday afternoons were consumed with packing, planning, and pressure. I dreaded the start of every week — not because of Mondays, but because of what they represented.

What Changed? Entrepreneurship & Self-Direction

Since I decided to work for myself in 2008, I gained something I never had before: control. I realized that I could reshape my week — and that started with how I approached Mondays.

Here’s how I learned to love Mondays:

• I gave Mondays a new meaning: the start of opportunity, not obligation
• I started each week with a clear plan, goals, and motivation
• I aligned my daily work with things that actually matter to me

The Weekend as a Strategic Advantage

Early on, I wished weekends away just to get to the next chance to move my business forward. But that wasn’t sustainable. Instead, I learned to use weekends as my foundation for the week ahead.

Now, my Sundays include:

• Planning and prioritizing my week
• Reflecting on recent wins and lessons
• Recharging in ways that energize me (not just escaping)

When You Love What You Do, Every Day Is Monday

I no longer distinguish between weekdays and weekends. My energy stays consistent because I pour the same focus into each day. When your work aligns with your values, even Monday becomes exciting.

Recently, I launched Veglatino.com, a blog highlighting Latino voices in the vegan and vegetarian movement. That project — like many others I’ve created — reminds me that Mondays aren’t just for catching up; they’re for moving forward.

My Monday Routine as a New Dad & Business Owner

• I wake up with gratitude and a flexible routine
• I review my priorities and block time for focus work
• I commit to one meaningful win before noon

Becoming a dad made me even more intentional with my time. Monday is the day I reset, recommit, and remind myself why I do what I do.

Still Hate Mondays? Start Here.

If you still feel like Mondays are a drag, consider these tips to shift your perspective and build a week you look forward to:

How to love Mondays — practical mindset shifts:

• What does a “good week” really mean for you?
• Make Monday light: Avoid scheduling draining tasks first thing
• Create a Monday ritual: Start the day with a favorite activity
• Use Sunday wisely: A little preparation goes a long way

What Motivates Me to Start the Week

For me, it’s a mix of personal growth, community impact, and seeing progress on the projects I care about most. One of those things? Supporting creators and changemakers through content — like this.

I even wrote about how I stopped listening to local morning radio after @nelsonbermejo went off the air. When he returned, I tuned back in. Why? Because the right voice in the morning matters.

• No More Morning Puerto Rico Radio for Me

What About You?

Ask yourself:

• What would it take for you to look forward to Monday?
• What part of your routine is out of alignment with your values?
• How could one small change in your week shift everything?

🎯 Call to Action

If this post resonated with you, here is one way to take action:

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I fell in love with Monday. Now it's your turn.