Blue Monday is also called the most depressing day of the year. This Monday was established as the saddest day of the 365 days using a mathematical formula in 2004 by Cliff Arnall, a British psychologist.
He took into account meteorological, psychological, and economic factors (lack of sunlight, short days, the awareness of failing to keep New Year's resolutions, and the upcoming payments on loans taken out for Christmas shopping). This year, Blue Monday falls on January 15th.
The British psychologist's theory leaves no one indifferent. Some consider Blue Monday the invention of a mad doctor, while others, on the contrary, despair even before the fateful Monday and plot how to survive it.
So what can you do to prevent Blue Monday from keeping you up at night and making it a day full of sadness and depression? I'll share a few tips.
- Think positively Remember that a positive attitude is the key to success. Nothing attracts failure like assuming that nothing will work out and that everything we do is pointless. If you assume that Blue Monday will be the most tragic day of your life, it probably will. If you suffer from a lack of sunlight and find it harder to be optimistic in winter because you feel apathetic and sluggish, reach for magnesium and vitamin D. These supplements will effectively reduce feelings of fatigue and tiredness and also effectively improve your well-being.
- Smile more often - Remember that the world won't collapse if you start your morning by giving yourself pleasure. Coffee in your favorite cup, drunk slowly, can be just such a small pleasure. Smile at your reflection in the mirror, smile at your husband and children. When we smile, endorphins – the hormones of happiness – are released. Smiling chases away negative thoughts, which in turn reduces the likelihood of contracting cancer. depression.
- Take care of your body Proper nutrition and daily exercise will not only guarantee a beautiful body but also promote mental balance. Remember to include magnesium in your diet, which is still underestimated but is crucial for your well-being. Magnesium is responsible for regulating the functioning of the nervous system - don't forget about it.
- Take care of your relaxation In our constant rush, it's easy to forget that when our bodies are tired, they're much more susceptible to stress. It's much easier to feel pessimistic and fear the impending Blue Monday. Remember to take care of yourself! Take a hot bath, meet up with friends, buy yourself a little something, or simply indulge in blissful laziness.
- Remember about supplements - in winter, when there is a lack of sunlight, it is worth supporting yourself with supplements. Vitamin D deficiency increases the risk of depression. Studies have shown that taking this supplement improved mood and alleviated symptoms in people suffering from depression. Vitamin D, obtained from the sun in summer, is also essential for the proper functioning of our bodies in winter. Don't forget it, and you'll enjoy a good mood even on cloudy days.
Blue Monday It doesn't have to be terrible. Think optimistically and don't dwell on what bad things await you that day. If you don't worry unnecessarily, you probably won't even notice that "Unlucky Monday" has just begun. Don't let anyone convince you that you have to spend this day mired in sadness and depression. A positive attitude, relaxation, a smile, and the right supplementation can work wonders.
