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After a weekend that seems too short, Monday shocks the system with alarms, traffic jams, and Friday’s leftover to-dos. The worst part: As much as we want to skip wretched Mondays, they’re inescapable. They come barreling in at top speed, and we can do nothing about it.
If you need more than motivational Monday quotes to fuel you for another Monday, consider pumping up those manic mornings with the morning jokes and funnies. The rib-ticklers may poke fun at your Monday madness, but at least they make you smile through it. Plus, they go perfectly well with your morning coffee. 
Here, we’re adding a list of the funniest Monday memes to our roster of Monday jokes. Make them your alarm arsenal to jumpstart your week off on a fabulous note. Time to laugh those Monday blues away!

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Monday Work Mode

A dog wearing a vest leans against a security guard, with text about working on Monday.

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TheGoodBoi
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oof that's accurate. I'm off sundays and mondays and sometimes I do have to work my day off so I feelz dis

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Why We Grumble More on Mondays and How to Shake Off the Blues

Ever get that hankering to grunt and grumble through those Monday hitches? Don’t fret, you aren’t alone. Moaning about everything on Mondays is pretty "normal." Mondays, after all, are notorious for making people feel grumpy. 

In a 2023 article for Thefactsite, writer and fact-checker Jack De Graaf reports that the average person moans for 34 minutes on a Monday, compared to 22 minutes on other days (1). So, while we can't move time around, releasing all the grumpiness will lighten and brighten up your Monday mood. Trust that the next day will be better. 


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The Science of Monday Hate

Researchers in a 2020 study published in Human Relations Journal (2) say it’s no surprise that employees experience lower levels of job satisfaction and higher levels of workplace stressors at the beginning of the week than at the end. 

Our impressions of Mondays are science-based, primarily ushered in by Sunday night anxiety. Neuropsychologist and psychoanalyst at NYU Langone Health Dr. Susanne Cooperman, in a 2017 interview with NBC News, explained that the Sunday Scaries, or blues, can be a byproduct of anticipating the week ahead (3).

Dr. Cooperman added that the adrenal glands are on top of the kidneys. They release adrenaline and cortisol, which flood the system and create a biological stress reaction that feels like natural anxiety. In other words, the “Monday Blues” exacerbate the “Sunday Scaries,” increasing stress hormones and causing a physiological aversion to Monday mornings.

 

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Making Mondays Work in Your Favor

With Mondays being almost unbearable, we often wonder if there are ways to still hit the ground running at the top of the week. Bonnie Evie Gifford writes in a 2022 feature for Happyful that preparing for Monday can undoubtedly set us up for a more successful week (4).

While you can’t always help how your weekend goes or how it will make you feel when Monday comes, you can give yourself a more leisurely start by being prepared.

Gifford says that creating a to-do list on Friday for the following week can help you feel more in control when Monday rolls around. Clearing your old to-do list can also help you feel more in control as you’ll spend less time sorting tasks and information that could slow you down.

#11

“What’s Your Alarm Type?”

Two kids looking scared, representing types of people on Monday.

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James016
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My internal clock has been waking me up at 4.30am. It’s in cahoots with my bladder.

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#18

Alarm Clock Countdown

Cartoon character in bed, grumpy face, with text about a Monday alarm set for 34 minutes.

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Lakota Wolf
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have terrible sleep hygiene. There are times I go to bed at 6am, knowing I have to be up in two hours XD I should just stay up. Somehow, two hours of sleep makes me feel worse than no hours of sleep.

#19

Monday Morning Meeting

Cartoon character in an office, captioned with a funny Monday meme to make your day less miserable.

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TheGoodBoi
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

“Great job everyone! You made records in company profit! Here’s a cupcake great job! I know you can do better and if you don’t then there’ll be write ups and suspensions. Hey your awesome and enjoy your cupcakes!”

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#23

Monday Morning Meltdown

A green rubber duck melts on a car dashboard, humorously depicting Monday memes.

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#26

Sleeping Contest

Funny Monday meme with four people comparing how little sleep they got.

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Jesse Setliffe
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ever have somebody weirdly flex at you like this when you say you're suffering? You know you say, "I'm beat, I've been two days without sleep." and they say, "Yeah well I've been without for a week!" Like this is some kind of contest from Hell that they're somehow winning?

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#29

Monday Morning Sneaking Up on You

Two people in a gaming arcade, with text humorously comparing Sunday evening to Monday morning, capturing Monday memes theme.

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#31

“What You Say vs What You Think”

Monday meme depicting a brain saying "No" and the mouth saying "Yes," expressing reluctance.

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#33

The Emotional Rollercoaster of Monday Mornings

Meme shows different reactions to Monday: panic, calm, and depression, humorously capturing Monday memes.

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TheGoodBoi
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Vacations? Lol have to request those two months in advance where I work 😂

#35

Smiling Through Monday Pain

Blonde woman smiling with a caption about waking up early on Monday and feeling tired.

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#37

“Waking Up on Monday Morning”

A painting depicting a man with an anguished expression, humorously capturing the Monday blues.

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Lakota Wolf
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or when you work retail and your days off are scattered randomly throughout the week, no two ever in a row XD

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#38

“We Can Call It Moonday”

Funny Monday meme with a tweet comparing a day on the moon to Monday on Earth.

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#43

Pending Monday Doom

Two men, one laughing labeled "Me on Sunday" and one serious labeled "Pending assignments for Monday," illustrating Monday memes.

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#44

“The Tragedy of Life”

Tweet meme about the struggle of Mondays, highlighting difficulty waking up and facing life's "tragedy."

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#45

“Monday Morning Meetings: My Coworkers vs. Me”

Coworkers looking cheerful at a Monday meeting, contrasted with a confused individual with wild hair and makeup.

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Kathryn Baylis
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hint: Your coworkers deserve an Oscar for their acting skills. No one could genuinely be that eager and energetic on a Monday morning unless they’re putting on a show for the boss.

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#48

Fueled for the Day

Anime characters with contrasting expressions, depicting a Monday meme about energy levels and sleep.

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#50

From Friday Bliss to Monday Blues

Progression of a man's tired expression from Friday to Monday, illustrating Monday memes theme.

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JM
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So sad. I don’t know why I keep expecting heros to remain heros when they’re just human beings.

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#51

Mondays Can Destroy a Diet

Train hits bus labeled "Monday" meme, humorously illustrating Monday miseries.

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#52

When You Need a “Little Push”

Person holding gigantic coffee cup with text "Good Morning - A Little Push To Help You Wake Up" to start Monday.

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TheGoodBoi
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not enough. I’ll need a Redline and a shot of pre-workout mix

#56

The Weekend Glory vs the Weekday Struggle

Performer singing energetically labeled "The Weekend" while shadowy figures labeled "The Weekday" loom behind, depicting Monday memes.

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#57

Sunday Hugs Turn into Monday Strangling

Tweet humorously comparing Sunday hugs and Monday struggles, related to Monday memes.

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#58

“Need Help!”

Close-up of a tired man, capturing a relatable Monday meme vibe.

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

its cold outside. im cold on the inside. my brain hurts. ive used too many braincells today

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#60

When Your Boss Has No Chill

Elderly man smiling awkwardly with a coffee mug in front of a laptop, illustrating Monday memes humor.

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#61

Lunch Breaks on Mondays

Woman looking unhappy during lunch in futuristic setting, depicting Monday memes vibe.

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#65

Friday Funkin’ vs Monday Misery

Cartoon character showing weekend excitement vs. Monday misery with microphone.

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