In this 90 second read, we share why Monday 20 January is the calendar’s gloomiest day and how
you can use as it as a springboard for better things.

Bob Geldof KBE sung about his dislike for Mondays in the classic Boomtown Rats’ hit.

It’s safe to say then, that Bob REALLY wouldn’t like Monday 20 January.

Psychologist Dr Cliff Arnall has identified the date as being the most depressing day of the year.
And here’s why Dr Arnall came to his conclusion.

1) The weather this time of year is usually rubbish.
2) The Christmas feelgood factor is long gone and the credit card bills from the festive period
start arriving.
3) Add to that a lot of us have broken our new year resolutions and the long summer days and
evenings seem far, far away.

But it need not be all doom and gloom – here are seven super simple things you can do to lift your
mood – at any time of the year.

Listen to a song you love.

Get outside in the fresh air. Walton On Thames has lots of nice places to walk around.
Have a tidy up.

Treat yourself to something nice – a cake, a book or a day out.

Call your best friend.

Do something nice for someone else with no expectation of getting something back.

Get up, dress up and list three things you are grateful for.

If the above fails, you can always put a note in your phone/calendar/diary looking forward to Friday
17 July which according to Dr A’s formula is the happiest day of the year.

At Rochills, we take pride in putting smiles on our clients’ faces and doing our bit to add some cheer
to the community in Walton On Thames.

Remember folks when it comes to looking after your mental health sharing is caring.

So, if you found this article interesting, please share it on social media and tag a friend or forward it
to them.

Claim Your FREE Copy Of Our eGuide 'The 10 Secrets To Getting A Successful & Fast Sale'

Simple pop you first name and email in the boxes below and we'll send your copy straight away.

Thank You For Your Submission - Your Download Is On The Way By Email