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23 Motivational Thoughts That'll Make You Hate Monday a Little Bit Less

Updated 6/19/2020
23 Motivational Thoughts That'll Make You Hate Monday a Little Bit Less
Tips to help you get through your Monday and start your week off great.

Raise your hand if you hate Monday. Now, keep it raised if you feel stressed at the start of (almost) every week. We don’t blame you. Weekends are supposed to leave you feeling relaxed, yet within five minutes of arriving on Monday morning, you already feel the stress piling back up.

The struggle is real, but sometimes all it takes is a little inspiration and a few positive quotes to get you prepared for the week ahead. We’ve grabbed 23 of our favorite tweets—from people just like you—to help you survive the Monday blues. So, take a few minutes and read these motivational messages before delving into your work or trying to make it through your overflowing inbox.

Bonus: Listen to our playlist at the same time!


Sometimes a recharge is necessary; don't be afraid to take a breather - reprocess, refocus, restart #MondayMotivation pic.twitter.com/1sP5zrLnC9

— Taylor Dean Whitcomb (@Taylor_Dean__) July 28, 2015


What you do today can improve all your tomorrows -Ralph Marston #quote #MondayMotivation pic.twitter.com/e7PEsgs5ql

— Pamela Moffet Ferris (@bRelevantSocial) July 28, 2015


Don't be afraid to fail; it's proof you'll soon be successful. #MondayMotivation Barbara Corcoran http://t.co/1doSx0Ot7P

— Home Party Market (@HomePM) July 28, 2015


Guys when Uchange your focus from the Negative Problem to the Positive Promise, your Worries, Doubt & Fear will diminish! #MondayMotivation

— La Toya Jackson (@latoyajackson) August 3, 2015


#MondayMotivation - Do your most dreaded activity first. Everything else will be easy #EatAFrog pic.twitter.com/KQWcgAQQn6

— Ryan McKenzie (@RyeMcKenzie) August 4, 2015


There are 7 days in a week and someday isn't one of them. Make it happen today! #MondayMotivation

— King Bach (@KingBach) August 3, 2015


The most motivating aspect of Monday is that Tuesday is just a day away #mondaymotivation

— John Maddox (@johnmaddox) July 28, 2015


Two things define you. 1. Your patience when you have nothing. 2. Your attitude when you have everything. #mondaymotivation

— Zachary Lukasiewicz (@ZachOnLinkedIn) August 3, 2015


“The secret of getting ahead is getting started.” - Mark Twain #motivationalquotes #motivation #MondayMotivation http://t.co/pIILZBgekE

— SantisWeb (@santisweb) July 28, 2015


“Find something you’re passionate about and keep tremendously interested in it.” -Julia Child http://t.co/8nD7B5AJ8g #MondayMotivation

— Ellevate Network (@EllevateNtwk) August 3, 2015


#MondayMotivation Push yourself beyond where you're comfortable! I will do the same.

— ALIZA LICHT (@AlizaLicht) August 3, 2015


'If opportunity doesn't knock, build a door' - love that! #MondayMotivation #makethingshappen

— Bob Parker (@BobParkerFLP) July 28, 2015


There is so much we can all do to make a difference in the world. Don't have to think big. Start small. Build from there. #MondayMotivation

— Eric Banks (@iamericbanks) July 28, 2015


You can only reach your full potential, both personally and in a career, when you truly care. #MondayMotivation #CareerTips #success

— LVRG Funding (@LVRGLLC) July 28, 2015


#MondayMotivation There's something beautiful over every mountain. #YearInSpace pic.twitter.com/svbKxUNwYf

— Scott Kelly (@StationCDRKelly) August 3, 2015


Do your best, your very best, in everything you do. Tomorrow will thank you. #MondayMotivation #success #happiness

— Pat Croce (@pat_croce) July 28, 2015


Success isnt based on results. Its based on doing everything in your power to be successful & let results be what they are #MondayMotivation

— Graham Betchart (@PlayPresent) July 28, 2015


Take a minute and encourage someone you work with today #MondayMotivation

— Quantify (@QuantifyGroup) July 28, 2015


Remember nothing in life will turn out how we had planned it, enjoy the beautiful journey, it is always the best part #MondayMotivation

— Nicole Taher (@nicoletaher) July 28, 2015


I conquered today. I'll repeat tomorrow. #MoxieMemo #MondayMotivation #Motivate2Activate #FireMeUp11 https://t.co/bSjcvCWVW6

— Debra Trappen (@debra11) July 28, 2015


Work so hard that one day your signature will be called an autograph. #MondayMotivation

— Troy Osinoff (@yo) August 3, 2015


#MondayMotivation Life can only be understood backwards; but it must be lived forwards.

— Belle Fusion (@belle_fusion) July 28, 2015


You can only reach your full potential, both personally and in a career, when you truly care. #MondayMotivation #CareerTips #success

— LVRG Funding (@LVRGLLC) July 28, 2015



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A UNC-Wilmington grad born and raised in North Carolina, Kaitlyn always knew she would end up in NYC to pursue writing. As a summer editorial intern, she contributes career advice to The Muse. In addition, she also writes for other publications, such as USA TODAY College, Her Campus, and The Huffington Post. You can find her searching the city for the best eats, binge-watching Netflix, or catching up with friends at dinner. Say hi on Twitter @KaitlynRussell_
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