Sunday Scaries by Headspace

Latest Episodes:

Unemployed and Anxious: Navigating the Sunday scaries Without a Job Mar 23, 2025

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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.

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Always Wanting More: The Unending Quest for Time Off Mar 16, 2025

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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.

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Freelance Life: When Sundays Are Just Another Workday Mar 09, 2025

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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.

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The Sunday Scroll: Breaking Free From Social Media Anxiety Mar 02, 2025

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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.

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The “I Didn’t Do Enough” Weekend Trap: Balancing Rest and Sunday Anxiety Feb 23, 2025

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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.

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Stuck at Home: The WFH Weekend Trap Feb 16, 2025

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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.

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Weekend Spiral: When a Bad Week Gets Worse Feb 09, 2025

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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.

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Racing Thoughts at 3 am: Tackling Late-Night Anxiety Feb 02, 2025

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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.

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Friday Work Pile-Up: The Monday Madness Jan 26, 2025

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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.

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Ease Into Mondays Jan 19, 2025

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We have the tendency to rush into the week and move on autopilot. Slow down this Sunday, and ease into the week ahead.

Dora Kamau holds a B.A. in Psychology and a B.S. in Psychiatric Nursing. She is a certified Mindfulness Meditation teacher and is working to complete her Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Teacher training this fall. Before joining forces at Headspace, Dora worked as a psychiatric nurse in a women’s addictions facility and organized community events for BIPOC women in Vancouver, BC, Canada. You can reach out to Dora on Instagram here!

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