India, Sept. 29 -- Mondays often have a bad reputation. They mark the end of the weekend and the return to work, which can feel stressful. However, the problem may not be with Monday itself, but in how we view it. We often carry over stress from the previous week, unfinished tasks, and the dread of upcoming meetings. What if we saw Monday as a fresh start, a chance to reset? Here are six practical tips to help you increase your productivity and change your mindset, energy, and overall attitude toward the workweek.

Starting your day by checking emails can be a waste of time. Your inbox is full of other people's tasks, and looking at it in the morning means you're letting them control your day. Instead, take a moment to think: What importa...