Sunday nights used to bring me a wave of anxiety. While many were unwinding, I found myself mentally preparing for Monday, dreading the moment the theme song from "America's Funniest Home Videos" played at 7 PM. That music signaled the end of the weekend and the return to a workplace dominated by a "bad boss." The reality was tough to face: I dreaded Mondays because I lacked trust in my boss, who made the work environment miserable. Her focus was solely on KPIs and past performance, often teasing those who fell short. Celebrations of achievements were nonexistent, leaving us unsure of what constituted "good enough." We only heard her “success stories,” which further diminished our morale. Many colleagues left, labeled as "soft" for not enduring the toxic atmosphere. I internalized this belief and resolved to "figure it out," unaware that I was witnessing poor leadership; one devoid of support, guidance, or direction. I thought this was the norm, as so many echoed the sentiment that "work sucks." Fast forward 25 years, I have developed an anti-"Sunday Scaries" system rooted in connection, culture, trust, and hope. If you feel that weight in your chest tonight, consider this: Do your employees feel the same? Are they dreading Sundays? Let’s remember that Sundays should be a day of rest, not a night filled with dread. Work is challenging enough; let’s not make the workplace feel like "work.