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Blue Monday So you can survive the most depressing day of the year
According to a psychologist, people are supposed to be more depressed on the third day of January than any other day of the year. In 2017, the day, also known as "Blue Monday," is supposed to be even worse than usual. Some tips can help cope better.
Tired and impotent in winter
Short days, gray skies, low temperatures: This is only possible for the least. The cold months lead in many people to chronic fatigue and listlessness, in the worst case even to a winter depression. The worst day of the year should be the third Monday in January. Some tips can help you to survive not only this "Blue Monday", but also the entire cold season.
According to a psychologist, the third month of January is the most depressing day of the year - the so-called "Blue Monday". However, this is not scientifically proven. (Image: Kzenon / fotolia.com) The most depressing day of the year
Since 2005, the British psychologist Dr. Cliff Arnall that the third Monday in January is the saddest, most depressing day of the year.
According to the former scientist of Cadiff University in Wales, this has to do with, among other things, the post-Christmas period and the associated bills. Add to that the most awful, gray, wet cold weather.
Therefore, one feels at this time and especially on this day depressed, is still sluggish and eats even more carbohydrates.
This year's Blue Monday is the worst
In an interview with the British "Telegraph" Dr. Arnall, this year's "Blue Monday" is even worse than ever.
Reason for the political events such as the election of Donald Trump or Brexit, but also the death of many idols such as George Michael and Carrie Fisher.
Dr. Arnall also explained how to deal with the day: "The easiest way to be happy is to spend more time with people who love you and like you."
"Use Blue Monday as a springboard for change to lose weight, quit smoking, live a dream, or change jobs. Make the most of your life and live it to the fullest. "
Pseudoscientific nonsense
Even if Dr. Arnall is a scientist, his calculated law, according to which the third January Monday should be the worst day of the year, not scientifically proven.
Experts dismiss his formula as pseudo-scientific nonsense. But you can not completely deny the gloom at the beginning of the year.
According to Iris Hauth, President of the German Society for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, Psychosomatics and Neurology (DGPPN), one in four Germans suffer from impairments in winter.
The seasonal upset usually increases in January and February, when the cold draws long. In March, she often cuts off on her own. Winter depressants usually have cravings for sweets, carbohydrates and a higher need for sleep. This is attributed, among other things, to a lack of light.
Fresh air and daylight
It makes sense to always come back to the fresh air and the daylight. This also stimulates the circulation, activates body cells and can strengthen the immune system. One hour of exercise a day is enough. Sport is also advisable. If necessary, a light therapy with special lamps from 2,500 to 10,000 lux helps.
Sufficient hydration and healthy food
Other tips against the winter blues: Absolutely pay attention to adequate fluid intake. Because in addition to sport and light, water also helps to reduce symptoms such as tiredness and lack of motivation.
In addition, food plays an important role in how fit or tired people feel. Local vegetables like cabbage and co can help keep you fit in winter. In general, the diet should not contain too much fat. In addition, alternating showers are recommended to boost the circulation. (Ad)