Monday Mandates: Rock the Casual, Chill Mode Essentials

Tip #1: Don't Be That Guy

When in chill mode, it's essential to let go of your inner Type-A personality. Don't be that guy who microwaves the coffee, then immediately starts checking your email while it's still brewing. Chill mode is all about embracing the present moment, even if it means sacrificing productivity.

Bad Snack Hacks

A crucial part of any Monday Mandate is having a reliable snack supply. Here are a few bad snack hacks to get you through the day:

• Cram 10 pounds of Cheetos into a Ziploc bag for an emergency cheese puffs stash
• Use an old CD as a coaster for your coffee cup to add an extra layer of grease
• Trade in your fancy coffee for a bag of stale, week-old Dunkin' Donuts

Chill Mode Survival Kit

You know what they say: "You can't buy happiness, but you can buy a really good pair of sweatpants."