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Sunday Scaries by Headspace

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Mar 30, 2025 • 17min

Job Jitters: The Anxiety of Looming Layoffs

The dread of Sunday night can hit even harder when job security is on shaky ground. In this episode, we discuss the emotional toll of looming layoffs, how to cope with uncertainty, and strategies for navigating the anxiety that comes with the fear of losing your job. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 23, 2025 • 17min

Unemployed and Anxious: Navigating the Sunday scaries Without a Job

Facing another Sunday night while all your friends prepare for the workweek can feel isolating and disheartening. In this episode, we explore the anxiety of unemployment, the struggle with identity outside of work, and how to regain confidence during this challenging transition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 16, 2025 • 20min

Always Wanting More: The Unending Quest for Time Off

Do you feel like no matter how much time off you have, it's never enough? In this episode, we explore the concept of anticipatory Sunday scaries, discussing why the anxiety of returning to work can overshadow any relaxation and how to find fulfillment in your time off, even when it feels fleeting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 9, 2025 • 19min

Freelance Life: When Sundays Are Just Another Workday

When you’re a freelancer, the lines between work and rest can blur, turning Sundays into a day of stress rather than relaxation. In this episode, we explore the unique Sunday scaries of freelance life and offer strategies to set boundaries, find balance, and reclaim your weekends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Mar 2, 2025 • 19min

The Sunday Scroll: Breaking Free From Social Media Anxiety

Stuck in the Sunday night social media spiral? You're not alone. In this episode, we dive into the comparison traps and guilt that come from endless scrolling, and share ways to reclaim your time — and peace of mind — before the workweek begins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Feb 23, 2025 • 19min

The “I Didn’t Do Enough” Weekend Trap: Balancing Rest and Sunday Anxiety

Do you ever feel like you didn’t accomplish enough over the weekend? In this episode, we unpack the guilt that comes with downtime and offer tips for creating a calming Sunday routine that eases anxiety and prepares you for the week ahead — without the pressure to do it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Feb 16, 2025 • 20min

Stuck at Home: The WFH Weekend Trap

When home and work blend together, weekends can feel less like a break and more like a never-ending workday. In this episode, we explore the feeling of being trapped at home, how it impacts your Sunday night anxiety, and ways to create boundaries between work and life when your office is just steps away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Feb 9, 2025 • 20min

Weekend Spiral: When a Bad Week Gets Worse

Ever had a tough week, only to feel like things got even heavier over the weekend? In this episode, we explore how a rough work week can lead to a deeper emotional slump by Sunday night, and offer practical tips on how to reset and avoid carrying that weight into Monday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Feb 2, 2025 • 21min

Racing Thoughts at 3 am: Tackling Late-Night Anxiety

Ever find yourself staring at the ceiling in the middle of the night, overwhelmed with anxious thoughts? In this episode, we dive into the all-too-familiar 3 am wake-up, why it happens, and how to calm your mind so you can get the rest you need before the workweek begins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jan 26, 2025 • 20min

Friday Work Pile-Up: The Monday Madness

Ever find yourself scrambling on Sunday night because you pushed all your Friday tasks to Monday? In this episode, we delve into the stress of procrastination and discuss strategies to tackle your workload more effectively, so you can greet Monday with confidence instead of dread. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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