Blue Monday

Beat the Blues: Ian Dempsey’s Sneaky Half Day is Here!

Feeling glum this Blue Monday? Not for long! Tune in to see how Ian Dempsey is flipping the script with a Sneaky Half Day that'll have you laughing and enjoying the day!

Blue Monday has gained a reputation as the gloomiest day of the year, and rightfully so. With the festive sparkle well behind us and the winter weather in full swing, it’s no surprise that many are left feeling a bit down in the dumps. But fret not, because the beloved Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show is here to turn your frown upside down! This year, they are introducing the concept of the "Sneaky Half Day," aiming to give everyone a little lift during this typically bleak time.

The Sneaky Half Day is all about shaking off those January blues and bringing some fun into the workweek. The idea is simple: convince your boss that a half day at work should be the norm, especially on Blue Monday! Imagine striding out of the door at midday, with the rest of the afternoon free for some self-care or maybe even a pint in your local pub — sounds fantastic, right? Ian Dempsey and his crew are encouraging listeners to rally together and put some fun into their otherwise dreary Mondays.

As if the thought of a Sneaky Half Day wasn't enough to brighten your spirits, it seems that the weather is doing its best to keep up with the occasion! Met Eireann has forecasted rain across Munster, which matches the grey aura of Blue Monday. Yet, not all is lost — while the rain might be pouring, a bit of camaraderie and laughter among friends and coworkers can change the mood significantly. After all, who says you can’t have a laugh even when the skies are overcast?

Whether you're working from home or in the office, why not declare this Blue Monday as the day of determination? Tune in to The Ian Dempsey Breakfast Show and join the fun. Let’s make a pact to bring joy back into our January blues and embrace the possibility of a Sneaky Half Day!

And speaking of January, did you know that researchers found that January is often considered the most challenging month for people's mental health? This is primarily due to a combination of post-holiday stress, colder weather, and financial anxieties. While Ian Dempsey’s initiative may offer a fun distraction, it also serves as a reminder to address mental well-being positively and creatively.

Another fun fact: Blue Monday was first coined by a psychologist who created an equation to determine the most depressing day of the year. Factors included weather, debt level, time since Christmas, and motivational levels. So perhaps next year, you can keep the Sneaky Half Day tradition rolling and coax your boss into making it an official holiday!