Blue Monday Rebellion 2023 - Healthier minds, healthier business

Blue Monday Rebellion 2023
The third Monday in January dubbed Blue Monday as a publicity stunt has become stuck with the title. It has stuck because it makes a great story and for many living in the northern hemisphere it is mid-winter, cold, wet, dark and in the perception of many, miserable. It is also the time when the as yet unpaid holiday bills are likely to drop on the mat and both the frivolity of the festive season and the warmth of Spring seem a long way off.

So, what to do about it?

Recognise it is all a myth! It isn’t real. Whilst there is a lot of uncertainty in the world at the moment, we can choose not to buy into the hype and make ourselves feel worse.

Factor in the fun! If you live in Shetland, you launch into the party of the year that is ‘Up Helly Aa’ on the last Tuesday in January. This involves the burning of life-size replicas of Viking Long Boats and partying ‘til dawn. If you enjoy films, those dark evenings are perfect for snuggling up and catching up on Netflix. If none of that floats your boat, the ‘spirit of Hygge’ can be brought alive with a romantic candle lit evening. Spoil yourself. It isn’t selfish. It is common sense. If you don’t look after yourself you can’t look after others.

Explore your reality. Unlike Blue Monday, Seasonal Effective Disorder (SAD) is not a myth, which means this time of year can be tough for many. What is the reality for you? Are you one of those for whom the arrival of Winter also heralds the arrival of low mood, lethargy, and a desire to hibernate until it all goes away? If so, recognising this is the first step to being able to do something about it.

Take action. If you are one of those who struggle with the winter season, don’t suffer in silence; seek help. It is available in many forms. MIND has some excellent information, click on the link to discover more.

Take back control. Let’s start a Blue Monday rebellion! If you would like more information, get in touch. We are always happy to help and can direct you to more resources and useful information.