Blue Monday is a term often used to describe the third Monday of January, which is sometimes referred to as “the most depressing day of the year.” The concept originated in 2005 as part of a marketing campaign by a travel company, which claimed to have calculated the date using a formula that considered factors such as:
• Weather (cold and gloomy conditions in the Northern Hemisphere)
• Post-holiday debt
• Failed New Year’s resolutions
• Low motivation
• The long wait until the next holiday
While the idea has gained cultural significance, it is not based on scientific evidence, and mental health experts generally regard it as a pseudoscience. Nonetheless, it can serve as a reminder to prioritize self-care and check in with your emotional well-being during the winter months.
