Monday, such a seemingly unfriendly word that many cringe at as the thought of this day approaches. Why does it receive such a poor reputation? Maybe because it puts an end to our time off, marking the day that responsibility returns and classes or work must be attended? Truth is, it would be hard to appreciate any day that had this job. However, if Monday was a common part of our weekend it might finally be accepted and even embraced. Sadly, this is not the case, but that does not mean Mondays should be hated. In actuality, humanity needs to cut Monday some slack! There are many beneficial aspects to Mondays, especially in comparison to the other days that follow. Society may not notice the good the beginning can bring because they are too busy mourning the "end of an era". These are the multiple explanations behind why we should be thankful that Mondays exist.

Think about it. Monday rolls around and the weekend is over. Well, what does that mean? Aside from the fact that reality welcomes us back with mandatory obligations, we also have had the ability to completely ignore them for the past couple of days, giving way for the opportunity of rest and relaxation or even a simple break from our usual day-to-day lives. Either way, Monday should be a refreshing "reset" to our energy level, unlike a day that is located in the middle of the week, such as Thursday, when people are drained from the life they are living on lack of sleep. Unless you have experienced one wild weekend--no judgment, we all have those on occasion--most likely sleep has been your friend and the tremendous amount you've received has left you ready to take on the new week by the time Monday arrives.

Which happens to connect with the next amazing aspect of Mondays: it starts a new week! It's almost like a new beginning; does last week contain fantastic moments? Great, now they can be saved as cherished memories. Was last week terrible or boring? Also great because it is in the past, and now that Monday has taken over, anything bad that happened is not as prominent and the good still stands in our thoughts. Then, Monday creates the chances for a transformation of any poorness of the previous week, or being involved in joyous moments never experienced before.

Lastly, Mondays come with an element of surprise. You never really know what a new week is going to bring. The variety of possibilities is quite exciting! There is something about not knowing what might happen that awakens the curiosity in us. This can spark an anticipation that will carry us through to the end of the week.

Needless to say, Mondays are spectacular and should be appreciated.