Blue Monday, Stay Positive on the Most Depressing Day

Blue Monday: How to Stay Positive on the Year’s Most Depressing Day

Blue Monday, named after the fact that it falls on the first Monday after Christmas. On top of that, it is usually the coldest day of the year.

Generally, there are plenty of reasons to perk up and avoid Blue Monday.

Consequently, the effects are different for everyone. So we asked professionals how they stay positive even on a bad day. Here are their answers.

Potter, Stevie Emotional Exercise

Don’t push it. Strangely, I recommend ‘exercising’ your emotions. You shouldn’t be ashamed of your sadness. Embrace the fact that it’s only transitory and that it will pass. So feel it, but be ready to take action as soon as you feel it.

Keep an eye on your ambitions. Refocus on your goals for success this year when you’ve had your fill of feeling emotions. However, remember that moping won’t get you there! Effort and dedication do!

Get outside.

Generally, get outside and move, it doesn’t have to be a sweat-fest. It may be a short stroll. Bring on the sun, wake up, and enjoy the happy hormones!

Avoid fast food. For those rare occasions when nothing else will do, a warm cup of hot chocolate or a crisp feast is what the doctor ordered. But don’t make it a routine. Keep in mind that binge-eating is related to increased guilt. This is a recipe for a whirlwind Blue Monday.

Lauren Long, re-set

In dentistry, it’s challenging to be upbeat and hopeful. Workdays can be difficult. A bad day might happen even if you start out well.

Lunchtime ‘resets’ me for the rest of the day.

Meanwhile, in stressful situations, I try to step outdoors for a stroll, grab a coffee, and maybe even a team chat.

It’s amazing how much an hour’s worth of scenery can affect your mood. For your remaining patients, it can energize and revitalize you.

Sampson, Victoria doesn’t lose sight of

Run! Exercise produces joyful hormones called endorphins. On the contrary, I usually finish with the realization that the problem is minor

Decent coffee and my favorite cake from my favorite coffee shop are sometimes treats!

Play some inspirational music.

Work, love, friends, health, and family are all goals we strive for. Usually, this isn’t doable. That is if one gets more attention, the other suffers.

Because of this, you may not see your partner as often or feel irritable with them.

Taking stock of your assets is usually beneficial. Not satisfied at work, but healthy/happy with partner/friends/family, etc.

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