A New Week Is Dawning
Posted by Dr. RusJan 11
The Week Starts on Sunday…
Have you noticed how a lot of business calendars these days have the first day of the week as Monday? Actually, calendars have been sliding that way for a while, but I’m beginning to notice it more and more these days. It’s like the entire world is shifting to the idea that the most important thing in life is getting up Monday morning and heading off to work.
But, this simply is not the case.
Job burnout and overall distaste for where one works at is at an all time high. Many people simply are not happy with their lives. Could it be a result of the fact that many are geared to think Monday is the first day of the week? If your mindset is one of work, work, work, then you may quickly discover the old cliche – “All work and no play makes Jack a very dull boy.”
The week starts on Sunday for a good reason.
Many still believe Sunday is a day of rest. It doesn’t matter if you’re a church-goer, or a non-church-goer. When the calendar starts on Sunday, signifying a day to sit back and relax, the work week goes smoother. We all need a day to rejuvinate and re-energize. Sunday, the first day of the week, sets the tone for the rest of the week.
But, as we find ourselves on another Sunday, we can also reflect on ways we will positively impact those around us in the coming week. There’s no way of knowing what exactly will take place, but as we ponder how we can positively impact our little portion of the world, maybe things will go a little smoother. During the past few weeks I’ve written much about hope on this blog. Many people are searching for hope. For some, we might be the only glimmer of hope and encouragement they might see.
As you ponder the start of a new work week, why not ponder someone you can encourage along the way too.
A Fellow Sojourner,
Dr. Rus
2 comments
Comment by tjpip on January 12, 2009 at 9:34 am
This is an interesting post. I’ve often wondered how Sunday can be considered a day of rest when business is on-going. But, that is the wheel of capitalism churning.
I don’t think Monday is the first day of the week. I think Monday is the first day of the WORK week, and I can’t wait until Friday, when I can focus on the most important thing in my life–my family. As I grow as a parent of one child (soon to be 2), I realize how fast time can go by. I want to cherish the moments I have, and so I think it will be important to make the most of the moments. And for me this means making sure that time is set aside to do just that.
I thank you for your insight, as it has helped me to think more about how I am being as a person and how to be better by helping and encouraging others. Keep writing. This is good stuff!
Comment by Audra Krell on January 12, 2009 at 2:04 pm
Another thought provoking post Dr. Rus! I thought about it, and I tend to think about the way I could impact others, during the “business week”. I’d like to add my thoughts to Sundays and see what happens, I think you’ve got something, the actual real week, will go much better.