There’s something both brutal and beautiful about Monday mornings. The weekend’s gentle pace collides with the week’s demands, and suddenly we’re expected to shift gears like it’s nothing.
But what if we approached this transition differently? What if Sunday evenings became our bridge to Monday grace instead of letting Monday morning shock our systems awake?
I’ve been learning to give myself (and my family) a little extra grace on Mondays – not just in the moment, but in the preparation. It’s about creating space for each of us to transition in our own way, honoring the different rhythms that help us feel ready for the week ahead.
Finding Our Family’s Monday Rhythm
Each of us has discovered what we need to feel prepared:
Jay (bless him) thrives on consistency – up and ready at the same time every day with steady routines that keep him grounded. But this also means when something interrupts that flow, it can throw off his whole day.
Aspen has mastered the art of Sunday night prep, giving herself permission to wake a little later and just grab-and-go. She’s figured out how to honor her need for extra sleep while still being ready.
And me? I’ve learned that my Monday grace often happens on Sunday – making sure their routines can flow smoothly, because when Monday starts rocky for them, those stressors ripple through our entire week.
The Ripple Effect of Understanding
This family rhythm-finding has taught me something deeper about grace in leadership too. When we take time to understand each person’s individual stressors and preparation needs, we create space for everyone to show up as their best selves. It’s not about forcing one approach on everyone – it’s about honoring the different ways people reset and recharge.
Monday morning grace looks like acknowledging the transition instead of pretending it’s seamless. It’s okay if it takes a minute to find your rhythm again. It’s okay if your Monday prep looks different from everyone else’s.
What does Monday morning grace look like in your world? How do you honor your own rhythm while creating space for others to find theirs?
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