Weekday Theory

Peek into your subconscious mind

So there’s this neurological condition called synesthesia, where your senses are cross-wired in a way that allows you to, for example, see colors when you hear music or taste flavors when you read words.

Imagine that hearing someone say the word 'apple' could actually cause you to taste an apple in your mouth, or that when you listen to music, you also see colors dancing along to the drums in the song. These are relatively rare experiences of synesthesia, but there are more common forms that you are much more likely to have experienced yourself.

Pause for a moment, close your eyes, and try to envision the letter 'A'. Once you have the idea of it in your mind, ask yourself if the color of the 'A' that you were imagining happened to be red. If so, you just experienced a more common form of synesthesia known as Grapheme-Color Synesthesia. This occurs when individuals perceive letters or numbers (graphemes) as inherently colored.

There is also Ordinal Linguistic Personification synesthesia. Individuals with OLP involuntarily attribute human-like characteristics, such as personalities or genders, to sequenced categories such as letters or months.

So, for example, the letter 'A' might be perceived as a woman, or it may be perceived as a stern, authoritative figure. While this might at first glance, seem rare, I actually hypothesize that this might actually be the most common form of synesthesia of them all. I hypothesize that the majority of us have actually been subconsciously attributing human-like characteristics to one particular category throughout our entire lives.

And perhaps these human-like characteristics that we are projecting could actually serve as a mirror for how we subconsciously view ourselves.

Weekday Theory*

Weekday Theory proposes that there are 7 distinct personality types… and it only takes answering one question to find out which one you are:

Q: What day of the week are you?

This simple question will yield seven different results from seven distinctly different people, and Weekday Theory proposes that individuals who self-identify with the same day of the week are likely to share similar habits and perspectives. For instance, anyone who identifies as a 'Monday' is unlikely to also identify themselves as 'lazy'. This is because society generally attributes the human-like characteristic of productivity to Mondays, which is of course antithetical to laziness. This is why one can deduce that “Monday people” likely have similar habits and behaviors that are distinctively unlike those of “lazy” people.

Weekday Theory is based on the idea that society generally attributes the same human-like characteristics to certain days of the week. For example, productivity and ambition to Mondays and Tuesdays, and leisure and relief to Saturdays and Sundays. This is why answering this one simple question may actually present an unexplored opportunity to observe how we truly, subconsciously, and internally view ourselves.

Here’s what your day says about you.

Monday

• Characteristics: Determined, Ambitious, Resilient

• Description: Mondays are often seen as hardworking and focused, embodying the determination to start new tasks and face the challenges of the week ahead. People who identify with Monday might see themselves as goal-oriented, resilient, and ready to tackle new beginnings with a strong sense of purpose. They might also feel a sense of responsibility and dedication, pushing through the initial inertia to get things moving.

• Struggles with: Knowing when to stop working

Tuesday

• Characteristics: Energetic, Productive, Driven

• Description: Tuesdays are typically viewed as energetic and productive, building on the momentum started on Monday. Individuals who resonate with Tuesday might perceive themselves as highly driven and efficient, and enjoy making significant progress on their goals. Tuesday people are often proactive and well-balanced. They also tend to be dependable and reliable.

• Struggles with: Fear of failure or fear of missing out

Wednesday:

• Characteristics: Balanced, Reflective, Adaptable

• Description: Wednesdays are seen as the balanced midpoint of the week, offering a moment for reflection and adjustment. Those who identify with Wednesday might see themselves as adaptable and balanced, capable of handling a variety of tasks with poise. They may value introspection and use this time to recalibrate and maintain equilibrium in their endeavors.

• Struggles with: Being the center of attention

Thursday:

• Characteristics: Optimistic, Forward-Thinking, Social

• Description: Thursdays are often characterized by optimism and anticipation for the approaching weekend. People who identify with Thursday might see themselves as forward-thinking and hopeful, looking ahead with a positive outlook. They might also be sociable and collaborative, enjoying the camaraderie and teamwork that often marks the end of the workweek.

• Struggles with: Dealing with pessimistic people/ “debbie downers”

Friday:

• Characteristics: Joyful, Sociable, Relaxed

• Description: Fridays are synonymous with joy and relaxation, marking the transition from work to leisure. Individuals who identify with Friday may see themselves as fun-loving and sociable, enjoying the lighter side of life. They are likely to value relaxation and social interactions, embracing the sense of pride and relief that comes with the end of the workweek.

• Struggles with: Having to deal with people who do not speak their minds

Saturday:

• Characteristics: Free-Spirited, Adventurous, Leisurely

• Description: Saturdays are often viewed as free-spirited and adventurous, offering a break from routine and an opportunity for leisure activities. Those who resonate with Saturday might see themselves as independent and spontaneous, valuing freedom and exploration. They are likely to enjoy indulging in hobbies and spending time with loved ones without the constraints of a schedule.

• Struggles with: Having to do boring tasks

Sunday:

• Characteristics: Reflective, Peaceful, Restorative

• Description: Sundays are typically seen as peaceful and restorative, a time for reflection and preparation for the week ahead. Individuals who identify with Sunday might perceive themselves as calm and contemplative, valuing rest and spiritual or personal renewal. They are likely to prioritize self-care and family time, appreciating the slower pace and tranquility of the day.

• Struggles with: Having to deal with anxious people

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What do you think of Weekday Theory? Do the characteristics of your day match your personality? Leave me a comment on my TikTok or Instagram and let me know, and share this with a friend to find out what day of week they are too. You never know. You two might actually self-identify as the same day.

*Weekday Theory is another psychological personality test designed by Felecia For The Win. These tests aim to bridge the gap between psychology and personality observation. Felecia has a degree in Marketing and a wealth of interest into the fields of sociology and psychology.

*These tests are inspired by research and their results have not yet been scientifically tested.