January blues, how are you dealing with them? It dawned on me that I was am suffering from a bad case of January blues and had to bring it to an end. I mean, just over 4 weeks ago we were celebrating Christmas and before we knew it the new year. For those of us who managed to get time off during the festive period, adjusting back to work is proving fatal. I can not for the life of me concentrate for longer than 2-3 hours at a time before wanting to fall asleep. So in order to break this crazy motion of January Blues, I decided to share what I am practicing.
Book a holiday
Yes I know 90% of us are doing no-spend January but booking a holiday now gives you something to look forward to. You can pass time and boredom by marking up the calendar daily as the days fall to the waste side. A holiday does not need to be abroad, it can be a staycation within your country even city if you want. I had a lovely concert to attend with my sister in Birmingham and we made it into a nice staycation by booking a hotel near by.
Be social and meet up with friends
I should really practice what I preach because I am so bad at meeting up with friends. Over the festive period a couple of friends and I had spa day then spent few days at mine. After that I have pretty much been a hermit only leaving my house for work though 90% of the time I am WFH. It was lovely having friends over so much that I have arranged to meet up with others sometime soon.
Be active
Again I should practice what I preach more often because though I am going it’s not nearly enough. I joined the gym last year many and went religiously until my 2-week vacation to Johannesburg in September. After that it was pretty hard to attend due to university, work plus blogging then festive period. Before I knew it, it was January and as mentioned above I am going just not enough.
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Look after you
How to look after you adequately can only be defined by you. Some of us taking care of us could be a simple case of alone time or date night. Others it could be a lot more than that and might require some planning.
These are some of the things that are helping me conquer the January blues?
Rose Ann Sales says
great tips! been wondering what to do the whole January but atlasst! January blues will end soon! lol. this are all great tips,
Ricci says
These are great tips for someone who gets the post-holiday blues. I don’t really have a prob;em with that because I am always on the go and have no time to “get the blues”.
Katy Lyle Hood says
These are all great ideas to beat the January blues! Especially the first one, I would LOVE to book a holiday right now!
Frosted Events says
This is absolutely a great post, I had a bad January month it’s a full of problem but it so challenging sometimes I wish I can get into that Situation, I wish february be good to me since it’s my Birth year
Alina Ghost says
Good tips, and most of which I’ve covered – got a couple of holidays to look forward to. I’ve seen lots of friends and family and I’m staying active 🙂 Goodbye Jan blues x
Eileen Murphy Kelly says
I hear you, somany have the January blues So funny the hubs and I are doing some major research for a winter break. We love the winter months but need a break and a relaxing vacation too. Going to the islands in February
Lilinha Espindula says
Great tips to deal with January blues. I am looking forward to our summer holiday, that’s what keeps me going! 🙂
Stella Kashmoney says
Great ideas. I got back from Milan some days ago. Best thing ever. Have a great February.
Anosa says
Thanks lovely, I hope you had a lovely time and wishing you a lovely Febraury too
Azlin Bloor says
Well, I’m glad you’ve got some great ideas on how to shake those post holiday blues! Friends and sunshine are always great remedies!
Anosa says
Always and yes friends and sunshine a great combination
Kizim Kouture says
I’m lucky that I don’t get chance for January blues because my daughter’s birthday planning takes up most of January. For me, it is February blues lol.
Anosa says
Oh how nice, I am sure the plans and party were/are a hit. Good luck with the February
Life Unexpected says
Great tips. We booked a holiday, have made sure to socialise more and I’m doing more exercise. Still cannot wait for the sunshine though. xx
Anosa says
I know the feeling and good for you
WEMAKE7 says
I’ve been looking out for me as well by eating right and getting to the gym when I can. I feel like I have January blues as well and can’t wait until Spring.
Anosa says
Glad to hear you’re looking after you
Annemarie LeBlanc says
January for me is a month of new hope. I have to treat it as the month to plan and tweak ways to jump start a good rest of the year. I love your tips, and I have already been doing some of them (meeting up with friends mostly).
Anosa says
I love your ideas too, I have done the same but after I was left feeling blah since some of my plans don’t start for another few weeks
Kara says
I love the booking a holiday idea but sadly January is also the month where we are most skint LOL
Anosa says
Hahaha I know the feeling and I am with you but the beauty these days if you can just do a deposit for your future vacation
Annette Yedlin says
These are all great tips. My girlfriends and I are actually planning a girls night out soon. January has definitely been a crazy beginning to the year for me so taking time to just escape is wonderful.
Anosa says
I have done the same with my girl friends and excited about our upcoming trip
Amanda Marie says
These are some great tips! It’s amazing how just seeing our friends immediately brightens our mood!
Anosa says
I know right, it makes a whole lot of difference
Rebecca Swenor says
These are all great ways to stop the January blues. I know I visit friends and family a lot more during the winter months. We also go sledding and do outdoor activities together. Thanks for sharing the tips.
Anosa says
You’re welcome, I have never done sledding before but would love to one day
Mai C. says
Aside from the holidays, my aunt and uncle came over and we were out almost everyday. Going back to the daily grind is definitely tough. I would love to get away even just for a day or two, without having to spend too much.
Anosa says
It can be super difficult to get back into routine so a little powwow would be awesome to recharge and start again
Marceline Dementori says
I really think it would be nice to go out and explore this month! It’s a nice change plus, it’s going to allow you to relax as you go about getting back to the daily grind.
Anosa says
Exactly, I was hoping my car would be here by now so I can create a new routine involving exploring new towns
Hra says
I definitely agree with this!! January i always a gap for me !
Anosa says
It sure is for most of us
Clair says
I have just booked a holiday to Disneyland – very much cheered me up!
Anosa says
Oooh that sounds awesome
Zena's Suitcase says
I would agree with all these, especially booking a holiday. I think having something to look forward to makes a huge difference
Anosa says
Exactly, I am currently counting down to my vacation coming up
Natalia Molinero Mingorance says
these are great tips! sometimes it’s so difficult to take care of oneself, but applying those tips it’s motivating 🙂 x
Anosa says
It can be difficult for sure but with a little motivation it can be done
Amanda Simkin says
I totally have the winter blues, especially now that my country is such a hot mess and I lost my dear grandmother. You have some great tips here…hopefully I can plan a trip to someplace warm and sunny soon!
Anosa says
Aww bless your sweet head, sorry for your loss
Claudia Krusch says
January is always a blah month for me. I try to book a mini vacation and massage near the end of it every year.
Anosa says
Now that is such a good idea, I need a massage for sure
Joely Smith says
Great tips. This month we got more social and met some new friends and it helped the ho hums a lot 🙂
Anosa says
Awww that’s good to hear
Sarah Bailey says
Meeting up with friends or visiting the elderly, relatives sometimes when you don’t have anywhere to go this month is really a must. I am also thinking of some zumba or yoga classes during the weekend.
Anosa says
Oh yes that’s a good idea, I have yoga during the week so cant wait for that
Terri Ramsey Beavers says
These are great ways to combat January blues. We call them winter blues around here and I get to the point that I want to see green.
Anosa says
Oh awesome winter blues! I want to see some greenery too
Jennifer Parker-Gilbert says
I get the January blues, too. Not much happening in the winters in Michigan! I have to get better about the gym, as well. We have new work-out equipment. I just need the motivation to use it!
Anosa says
It’s that motivation that most of us are in need of for sure
Joanna says
Some great ideas I’ve definitely had the January blues this year. The cold,wet and dull weather doesn’t help.
Anosa says
Nope it doesn’t for sure
Katie Kinsley says
I’ve had the January blues too! Though mine were theft related – I still am going on a trip to see my friend in Seattle. I can’t wait!
Anosa says
Oh dear what happened? Hope you have a lovely trip
Emily, Our house now a home says
Ugh I am right there with you! This time of year always gets me down, the holidays are over but we are still stuck in winter. I am a sun and warm weather person and it is difficult this time of year. I agree that being active and getting outside any way you can really does help.
Anosa says
I too am a sun and warm weather kind of person so winter is always a kill joy for me
fivelittledoves says
Great post. I am really suffering with the January blues but my lovely husband is taking me away for the weekend which is just the boost we need!
Anosa says
Awww how sweet of your hubby! Have fun for sure
Amber says
I know what you mean about the blues. Lucky for me, I have a trip to Disney coming up in March, so it’s not all bad!
Anosa says
Ooh that will be fun. I have Budapest at end of Feb and Cyprus at beginning of March so excited about that too
Pam says
I usually get the January blues, but this year the weather has been so weird that I really haven’t. Getting active and hanging out with friends are great ways to boost a mood.
Anosa says
That’s good to hear, I didn’t realise I was having January blues until I realised I have been couped up inside for days
Jenn Padgett says
The weather here in Michigan has been giving me the blues. Making it hard to get work done. All I want to do is grab a blanket and be lazy.
Anosa says
Oh I know the feeling, England has been doing that to me and more
Tammy says
Love these suggestions. One good thing about living in Florida, the sun shines all the time and the weather is great. A great way to stay motivated.
Anosa says
So jealous of the Florida weather, in England I always feel cheated because we never have a proper summer
tara pittman says
This dreary weather gave me a case of the blues. Finally the sun came out and I am doing better. Now the cold needs to go so I can go for a walk.
Anosa says
At least you’re getting bounts of sunshine, nothing on my end so definitely need that warm holiday
Chrishelle Ebner says
The weather has been so mild here in GA this January.We have been able to spend lots of family time outside,: fishing, kayaking, and picnicing. No blues here to report.
Anosa says
Chrishelle I am totally hating right now as it’s blooming freezing here and been coupled up in doors most days
Candy Kage says
We have a weekend get away coming up. Just what the doctor ordered. Looking forward and can’t wait.
Anosa says
Oh have fun for sure, it’s exactly what the doctor ordered
Doria Miyata Murphy says
These are great tips! We’re New Englanders and the winter months can be TOUGH. We tend to book travel at least a couple times over the course of the winter to get out and get a little extra vitamin D. 😉
Anosa says
Sounds like England itself, I tend to book some holidays over the winter but 90% of the time it’s to places as cold as England lol
Jeanette says
It’s funny that you say book a trip. That is actually what I’m doing right now. This summer after years of saving we are finally going to go to Hawaii and so we have been looking up stuff of places to visit when we get there.
Anosa says
Oh wow I am so jealous right now because Hawaii is on my list of places to visit this year too
Jo says
I think for me, I need to take more down-time. I seem to be constantly working, so taking some time out and going out for the odd day here and then might help 🙂
Anosa says
Sounds like a good plan to me
Carol Speake says
Lots of great ideas here. I need to get up and be more active for sure. I’ve made some resolutions for social things in my calendar instead of just work. That helps.
Anosa says
That’s good, doing other things outside work is such a good idea
Talya Stone says
I agree being active and getting on with it massively helps but you really have to force yourself to do it!
Anosa says
Oh absolutely it takes lots of will power
Rhian Westbury says
Booking holidays’ is a great way to beat the January blues. I booked time off work for pre-planned trips as soon as I got back into the office on 3rd x
Anosa says
I did exactly the same thing and excited for my first trip abroad
Robin Rue says
I am loving your tips. I know a lot of people feel down this time of year.
Anosa says
Thanks Robin, January seems to have a lot of have in a downward grip