If Sunday evenings come with a tight chest, irritability, or a sense of heaviness, it’s easy to assume something is wrong. But what’s happening is often much simpler and much more human. Our nervous systems are built to anticipate demand. When a transition is coming, especially one that requires focus, output, or emotional labor, the body starts preparing ahead of time. Understanding this changes how we respond. Instead of trying to talk ourselves out of the feeling, we can support the body through it. Slowing down. Lowering expectations. Creating softness before the week begins. When we understand nervous system patterns, we stop blaming ourselves and start responding with care. Take the Regulation Questionnaire to understand what supports your system (and your child’s). Comment REGULATE