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5 Ways To Manage The January Blues

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The January Blues

Have you been feeling low in mood this month? Feeling in a slump, with little energy or motivation? Let me tell you, you are not alone. You are most likely experiencing the January Blues. And this can be more than just a bit flat after the fun of Christmas. I believe it is a much more serious issue. The Samaritans report that around 20% of people experience depression in January compared to 4.5% during the rest of the year. And with Monday 17th January heralded as the most depressing day of the year, it is time to take a more serious look at the beginning of the year and what you can do to beat the blues.

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The Benefits of Daydreaming

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Daydreaming

Daydreaming by Julie Leonard

Were you ever given into trouble at school for daydreaming? Many of us were and have grown up believing that losing ourselves in a daydream is a bad thing. But there is now research that shows that there are numerous health benefits of daydreaming. And that is great news for those of us who like to let our minds wander. Or perhaps it will now give you permission to daydream a little every day.

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Why Rest Is Important For Our Happiness

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Rest

Julie Leonard Rest

During the week I block off an hour for a lunch break. I prepare some healthy food and then make  a pot of tea and relax on my sofa with a book for 30 minutes. I’ve come to realise that as well as a good night’s sleep, I also need to plan in some rest each day. With everything I do now online, I found myself sitting for long stretches of time in front of my laptop. It takes a lot of emotional energy to show up and be fully present with people when I am coaching and it takes a lot of creative energy to create content and resources. And I was finding that even after a good night’s sleep,  I was often still feeling tired. 

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Music Makes Us Happy

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Music

Music is the soundtrack to my life. I grew up listening to music. My parents enjoyed music and I remember their vinyl collection of records we played that included Elton John, The Beatles and James Taylor. They also listened to folk music and we were often taken along to small concerts with them. I remember the radio always being on. Making space for the things that make you happy is one of the key concepts of Intentional Happiness.

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The Benefits of Journaling For Our Happiness

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Journaling


Writing in my journal, journaling, reminds me a bit of writing in my diary as a teenager. To me it’s the grown up version. It is a space for me to get out my thoughts and feelings, process more deeply what is going on for me and to process and let go of things. I find it reduces my stress, calms me down and stops me ruminating on stuff. It also helps me develop more self awareness.

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Blue Monday 2021 (is the most depressing day of the year?)

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Blue Monday 2021 – the January Blues

I have always found January a hard month. I don’t especially like winter, I’m more of a sunshine lover and the short days and dark nights reduce my energy levels. I love the run-up to Christmas with all the planning, shopping for gifts, the decorations and lights as well as the Christmas markets and mulled wine. However once that is all over there is not so much distraction in the cold months. 
And I know I’m not alone. I’ve been supporting people for over 30 years now and have seen first hand how many people’s mood dips at the beginning of the year. They feel the January Blues. So widespread is this feeling, that there is actually a day in January called Blue Monday.

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