{"id":22018,"date":"2025-01-14T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-14T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ripplesuicideprevention.com\/uncategorised\/dont-let-blue-monday-myth-define-you-tips-to-stay-bright-through-januarys-challenges\/"},"modified":"2026-09-03T16:32:58","modified_gmt":"2026-09-03T15:32:58","slug":"dont-let-blue-monday-myth-define-you-tips-to-stay-bright-through-januarys-challenges","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ripplesuicideprevention.com\/en\/blog\/articles\/dont-let-blue-monday-myth-define-you-tips-to-stay-bright-through-januarys-challenges\/","title":{"rendered":"Don&#8217;t Let Blue Monday Myth Define You: Tips to Stay Bright Through January\u2019s Challenges"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p id=\"\">We\u2019ve all heard of experiencing&nbsp;<em id=\"\">the blues<\/em>. Those little dips in mood that you just can\u2019t seem to shake until the feeling passes by. But did you know there\u2019s a whole day devoted to feeling blue?<\/p><p id=\"\">\u200d<\/p><p id=\"\"><strong id=\"\"><em id=\"\">What is Blue Monday?<\/em><\/strong><\/p><p id=\"\">Coined by psychologist Cliff Arnall, Blue Monday denotes \u201cthe bluest day of the year\u201d based on a calculation that considers a number of different factors. Arnall believes that cold weather, debt, low motivation, failing new year's resolutions, and the post-Christmas slump impacts us most prominently on the third Monday of January \u2013 causing a collective feeling of melancholy that is now known as the most depressing day of the year.<\/p><p id=\"\">\u200d<\/p><p id=\"\"><strong id=\"\"><em id=\"\">But, Is Blue Monday Really That Blue?<\/em><\/strong><\/p><p id=\"\">Before you succumb to the blues just because you\u2019re told that\u2019s how you&nbsp;<em id=\"\">should<\/em>&nbsp;be feeling on this day, take a moment to reassess the situation.&nbsp;<a id=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mentalhealth.org.uk\/explore-mental-health\/blogs\/what-does-blue-monday-mean-our-mental-health\" target=\"_blank\">The Mental Health Foundation<\/a>&nbsp;maintains that \u201cBlue Monday is a PR stunt that was originally dreamed up to sell holidays. It is a myth, a false calculation based on things like the gloomy weather, post-Christmas debt, disappointment from not keeping new year\u2019s resolutions, dissatisfaction about going back to work, and general doom and gloom.\u201d<\/p><p id=\"\">This sentiment has been echoed by countless counter-studies that dismiss the concept of Blue Monday as nothing more than pseudoscience. In fact, Birmingham City University psychologist,&nbsp;<a id=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bcu.ac.uk\/blog\/psychology\/the-psychological-dangers-of-blue-monday\" target=\"_blank\">Professor Craig Jackson<\/a>, believes that \u201cthe notion of Blue Monday can be dangerously misleading for people who struggle with mental health issues and suicidal thoughts,\u201d as it can weaken general compassion and diminish the understanding of psychological and psychiatric struggles.<\/p><p id=\"\">&nbsp;<\/p><p id=\"\"><strong id=\"\"><em id=\"\">Tips for Staying Positive<\/em><\/strong><\/p><p id=\"\">While Blue Monday appears to be rooted in gimmickry, it\u2019s still important to ensure you\u2019re looking after your wellbeing during the cold days of January \u2013 and beyond. Here\u2019s a few simple steps you can take to ensure you\u2019re supporting your wellness, in spite of the Blue Monday myth!<\/p><p id=\"\"><strong id=\"\"><em id=\"\">Be realistic about new year's resolutions -&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong>Setting goals and intentions is a great way to start the new year, but don\u2019t feel guilty if you haven\u2019t achieved everything you set out to accomplish. You\u2019ve got the whole year ahead of you to work on your resolutions, so start small, take it slow, and try to remember that it takes little steps to achieve big results.<\/p><p id=\"\"><strong id=\"\"><em id=\"\">Soak up the sunshine<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 The chilly days and dark nights of January can take a toll on even the biggest winter lovers, so it\u2019s vital to make sure you\u2019re getting your daily dose of Vitamin D in anyway you can. Even if it\u2019s cold and dreary outside, try to spend at least fifteen minutes a day out in the fresh air and sunlight to control your body\u2019s circadian rhythms, aid digestion, boost sleep, enhance your energy levels, and lift your overall mood.<\/p><p id=\"\"><strong id=\"\"><em id=\"\">Make time for friends and family<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 It can be really challenging to summon up the motivation to socialise when temperatures start to bite. However, a&nbsp;<a id=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/news.gallup.com\/businessjournal\/151499\/business-good-friends.aspx\" target=\"_blank\">study<\/a>&nbsp;carried out by Gallup has found that meeting with one friend leads to a significant improvement in a person\u2019s mood. Even if it\u2019s just a quick catch up and a coffee, be sure to make time to engage with people who lift you up and make you feel good this January.<\/p><p id=\"\"><strong id=\"\"><em id=\"\">Spruce up your space<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 The bright days of summer may seem like a distant dream during January, but there\u2019s no reason why you can\u2019t add a dose of sunshine to your living space. From a few cosy accessories like cushions and blankets to capturing the benefits of the sun with compact fluorescent bulbs (CFBs), there\u2019s so many ways to brighten up your home and make it your own little oasis to beat the January blues.<\/p><p id=\"\"><strong id=\"\"><em id=\"\">Enhance your endorphins<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Many of us resolve ourselves to get fitter and healthier in the new year \u2013 especially after the many indulgences of the festive season. Aside from helping shift the Christmas pounds, exercise is a great way to boost your dopamine levels, relieve stress, elevate your mood, and achieve a happier state of mind. Just fifteen minutes a day is enough to make a difference, so whether you\u2019re hopping in the saddle or going on a short hike, don\u2019t wait to experience the mental health benefits that regular exercise can bring.<\/p><p id=\"\">\u200d<\/p><p id=\"\">Above all, don\u2019t let the Blue Monday hype get you down this January. Focus on the positives while finding simple ways to brighten up the month, and you could find yourself starting the new year off with a bang instead of the blues.<\/p><p id=\"\">If your employer offers\u202fVivup\u2019s\u202fEmployee Assistance Programme,\u202fthere are lots of useful resources and downloadable workbooks to help you discover new ways to manage your wellbeing throughout the year. You can also access a 24-hour telephone helpline for responsive, confidential, and totally independent advice should you or a colleague need mental health support.\u202f&nbsp;<\/p><p id=\"\">\u200d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We\u2019ve all heard of experiencing&nbsp;the blues. Those little dips in mood that you just can\u2019t seem to shake until the feeling passes by. But did you know there\u2019s a whole day devoted to feeling blue? \u200d What is Blue Monday? Coined by psychologist Cliff Arnall, Blue Monday denotes \u201cthe bluest day of the year\u201d based [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":22019,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","_links_to":"","_links_to_target":""},"categories":[27],"tags":[],"audience":[515],"class_list":["post-22018","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-articles","audience-charity"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v28.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Don&#039;t Let Blue Monday Myth Define You: Tips to Stay Bright Through January\u2019s Challenges - Ripple Crisis Intervention | Suicide Prevention &amp; Mental Health<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Don&#039;t let the Blue Monday myth define you. 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