1. “Wannabe” by Spice Girls

So Tell Me What You Want
What You Really, Really Want

Have you ever found yourself stuck in a long meeting dissecting options, wishing someone would make a decision and move the agenda along? Well, the Spice Girls can definitely empathise. Of course, they were lamenting mixed signals from a romantic partner (rather than a work partner, colleague or boss), but the message still holds: get to the point!

2. “Anti-Hero” by Taylor Swift

It’s Me, Hi, I’m the Problem, It’s Me

You know this song will be playing at the back of your head on those sleepy weekday mornings. And no, not because of the mountain of work you have to get through. It is because you stayed up to binge watch that latest Netflix series all in one night… Hey, at least you are self-aware.

3. “Hello” by Adele

Hello From the Other Side
I Must’ve Called a Thousand Times

That feeling when you try to reach out to someone who has been ghosting you. After so many unanswered emails, it is almost as if they live in a different dimension. But do not be disheartened – give yourself some credit for your persistence! As Adele sings: “At least I can say that I’ve tried”. You tried. You really did.

4. “I Ain’t Worried” by OneRepublic

I Ain’t Worried ‘Bout It Right Now (Right Now)
Swimmin’ in the Floods, Dancing on the Clouds Below

Sometimes, work stress can make you feel like Tom Cruise fighting for life in a Top Gun mission. But as the soundtrack to the movie goes, you do not have to worry all the time. Take time to let loose – go to the beach, work out, or eat to your heart's content. The bottom line is: take a breather and worry less.

5. “Thank U, Next” by Ariana Grande

One Taught Me Love
One Taught Me Patience
And One Taught Me Pain
Now, I’m So Amazing

As we progress through our careers, we go through highs and lows. These experiences teach us different things (even painful lessons). At the end of the day, they shape us into stronger individuals – perhaps just as past lovers do.

6. “Manic Monday” by The Bangles

It’s Just Another Manic Monday (Woah, Woah)
I Wish It Was Sunday (Woah, Woah)
‘Cause That’s My Fun Day

The elusive cure to Monday blues… At this point, you might be convinced that it is a myth. But instead of wishing for the weekend, we can try to appreciate small sources of happiness in our daily lives. For example, the fact that Monday means fresh opportunities. Or that Wednesday means you are already halfway through the week. You’ve got this!

7. “Solar Power” by Lorde

And I Throw My Cellular Device in the Water
Can You Reach Me? No, You Can’t (Aha)

The weekend rolls around and it is finally time to relax. Unless there is something really important that you need to handle urgently, unplug yourself from work! Such advice goes back centuries: according to ancient Roman philosopher, Seneca the Younger, “Our minds must relax: they will rise better and keener after a rest....constant effort will sap our mental vigour, while a short period of rest and relaxation will restore our powers.” So enjoy the well-deserved rest before you power up again for the coming week.

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