Sunday Scaries by Headspace

Review season and looming performance critiques can make Sunday nights feel endless. We unpack the anxiety around work criticism — whether it stems from your job, internal self-doubt, or both — and explore practical ways to face the fear, process feedback constructively, and rebuild your confidence before Monday arrives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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