Blue Monday

Helen Moon, chief executive, EventWell, busts the myth of 'Blue Monday'. She encourages eventprofs to take care of their mental health everyday.

Do something that is all about you and that you are likely to want to repeat. It doesn’t need to be a holiday, bearing in mind there are many that cannot afford this right now, maybe a weekend staying with family and friends, a self care day, a lunch date, catch up over tea or coffee. Why not take today to do something new for your wellbeing that you can do all year round.

January is such a tough month in so many ways: you probably got paid before Christmas, meaning that your bank balance isn't looking too healthy right.

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The rippling golden billboards will appear in Corporation Street, High Street, Ladywell Walk, New Street and Smallbrook Queensway on Blue Monday.

Billboards will be placed in Corporation Street, High Street, Ladywell Walk, New Street and Smallbrook Queensway. However, a fleet of new light emitting billboards will pop up as darkness falls on Blue Monday. The rippling golden billboards will invite passers-by to enjoy a moment of "sunshine" by standing in front of the light between 4pm and 8pm.

The Blue Monday concept all started in 2004, when UK holiday firm Sky Travel asked psychologist Cliff Arnall to devise a formula for the 'January Blues' for a ...

Since it's introduction by Sky Travel almost two decades ago, many more companies have jumped on the bandwagon and used Blue Monday to sell products or holidays. The formula factored in weather conditions, debt level, time since Christmas, time since new year’s resolutions have been broken, low motivational levels, and the feeling of a need to take action. The day originally surged onto the public's radar almost twenty years ago, but many don't know where it came from and why it's a load of nonsense. So remember, there's no reason why today has to be gloomiest day of the year and you definitely don't need to splurge your money just because it's the third Monday in January. [BBC News](https://www.bbc.com/news/newsbeat-51173730) in 2022 that the "key thing to remember is that Blue Monday isn't scientifically proven" and said he started speaking out against it when he saw companies using it as an excuse to sell things. The day typically falls on the third Monday of January and has been coined the gloomiest day of the year.

But in one Scottish Borders town, a new initiative is afoot to help local residents and visitors alike feel their very best and it rather aptly launches today.

Eden Holiday Hideaways, meanwhile, say they are "committed to guests receiving fresh flowers and massages" while staying with them and Laura Louvain's Beauty Salon is offering a selection of green and herbal teas with their treatments. Cakemuir Holiday Cottages are providing water bottles to guests to help keep them hydrated on their breaks and the Kelso Medical Practice is "continuing its weekly wellbeing social media posts" to provide the community with "a wealth of helpful tips to keep healthy". [Time to put farmers' health and wellbeing first](https://www.thescottishfarmer.co.uk/news/20082938.time-put-farmers-health-wellbeing-first/) [Agriculture has a problem with physical and mental health in the UK](https://www.thescottishfarmer.co.uk/news/23040958.agriculture-problem-physical-mental-health-uk/) [Dealing with farming’s mental health issue](https://www.thescottishfarmer.co.uk/news/19929940.dealing-farmings-mental-health-issue/) At Beirhope Alpacas, for example, a "unique alpaca experience in the heart of the Cheviot Hills", visitors can expect a hot chocolate to enjoy in the fresh air while visiting the farm, while Kelso Wholefoods will offer samples of their porridge oats and "inspire visitors with healthy recipe cards". Whether it is staying hydrated while cycling on some of the local routes, drinking a calming herbal tea at a local cafe after nipping out to take a short break from work, or doing a short breathing exercise to ground yourself and practice mindfulness, Kelso’s "Wellbeing Warriors" are dedicating themselves to ensuring everyone in their town is taken care of. From today, Kelso, lying peacefully where the rivers Tweed and Teviot have their confluence, is striving to be known as Scotland’s "Wellbeing Capital", inspiring its inhabitants and visitors to take a bit of time out of their busy day to slow down, stop, take a breath and take care of themselves, with local businesses and organisations implementing small steps in support of the groundbreaking effort.

The new piece of merchandise is the work of Factory Records graphic designer Peter Saville and based upon the design for the band's legendary 1983 track. It ...

“Originally, we didn’t think he had a mental health problem – we thought he had a problem with epilepsy,” said Sumner, describing the frontman as a “regular” and “happy-go-lucky guy”. Sumner went on to explain how attitudes towards depression and breaking down the stigma that surrounds mental health have come a long way since Curtis’ death. “It’s as serious as hell and should be taken seriously.” Of the link-up with New Order, CALM CEO Simon Gunning said: “’Blue Monday’ has been on repeat since 1983 for a generation of music lovers. During the discussion, Sumner recalled Curtis’ final years and how hard it can be to spot the signs of depression. Whether you’re having a Blue Monday, Tuesday or Thursday, we want people to know that CALM is there for you every day if you’re struggling.”

When the nights are long and the weather is bleak, coming down from the buzz of the festive season can often make January a difficult month for many.

In our bodies light functions to stop the production of the sleep hormone melatonin, making us wake up. Further research suggests people with some hobbies are less likely to suffer from low mood and depression," Bowling added. newsletter](https://www.ok.co.uk/newsletter-preference-centre/) But according to one researcher, Dr. In order to beat the January blues, one of the simplest ways to try and remedy the symptoms is to get more natural light to help you feel better and regulate your sleep cycle. Despite all the self-care in the world, sometimes we still need a helping hand to get through the day, which is why if you’re struggling it’s important to reach out and ask for help. Another suggestion to beat the blues is to take up a new hobby to help give you a new outlet to focus on and bring you some joy amid the back-to-work grind. We’re often told that exercise can help to boost our mood, and January is no exception - although finding the motivation to get outside for a run can prove daunting in the Winter weather! One of the reasons January can be particularly daunting, is due to the lack of sunlight as the days are still shorter and the nights much longer. Factor in the current cost of living crisis and the added pinch on already stretched finances, and it’s easy to see why the month is a source of dread for many. Cliff Arnall, the third Monday in January, now aptly titled ‘Blue Monday’ is actually the “most depressing day” of the year based on an equation which examines a number of different factors to decide which day is the most gloom inspiring. When the nights are long and the weather is bleak, coming down from the buzz of the festive season can often make January a difficult month for many.

The festivities of Christmas and New Year have officially come to an end, and Blue Monday is in full swing. Returning to work following a break over ...

Mental health charities have also emphasised that low mood is not the same as a medical diagnosis of depression (or any other mental illness), which can occur ...

The central aspect of the “Brew Monday” campaign is to encourage people to check in with others and not only ask how they are, but to listen to the answer. It is widely acknowledged that the best way to reduce this stigma is to talk about mental illness. Importantly, the campaign makes clear that this is not something that should be done only on so-called “Blue Monday”, but throughout the year, recognising that people can struggle with their mental health at any time. An extension of its [“Small Talk Saves Lives”](https://www.samaritans.org/support-us/campaign/small-talk-saves-lives/) suicide prevention scheme, “Brew Monday” encourages people to connect with friends, family and colleagues over a hot beverage. The phrase “Blue Monday” was first coined in 2005 by a UK travel company, presumably as part of a marketing campaign to encourage sales of holidays. The concept of “Blue Monday” will be familiar to a lot of people.

Adrian Matthews, Head of Employee Benefits MetLife UK says: “Blue Monday coupled with an outlook of economic uncertainty serves as a timely reminder for.

Creating a fun, non-work-related event for January can help to bring excitement back into the office. With the growth of hybrid working, ensure you have a mix of communication channels to disseminate your messages. · Communicate benefits clearly – Once you are clear on all the support available to your employees, create a simple calendar of activity for the year ahead to drip feed the information through. With the current economic climate continuing to be a changing picture, businesses have a real opportunity to step up to support employees with their physical, emotional and financial wellbeing. Providers often enhance or add new services to their offering, so the new year is a good time to check in with them. Many employees will feel refreshed after the festive break, and with clear goals to achieve both personally and professionally it’s a great foundation for employers to build on.