It’s the first month of a brand-new year. For some, this means new beginnings and another chance to make it ‘your year’. For others January feels like a whole month of the Sunday scaries. Especially on a day that has been nationally declared as the saddest day of the year…Blue Monday. Just because it’s the feels like the fifth Monday of January, when the weather is cold, days are short, the mood is running low, this doesn’t mean everything needs to be miserable! Yes, it may not be the best Monday you’ll have, but there are so many things you can do to turn it around.
How to get over Monday Blues?
That’s what we’re here for, to bring those positive new year, new you, vibes back! Here’s our top tips to help you get through today and the rest of January, it’ll be spring before you know it!Start your day the right way
Having a great day is all about starting it the right way. Whether you’re able to hit snooze on that alarm or you want to get up extra early to seize the day, there are so many ways to ease yourself into Blue Monday. Here at exante HQ, we’re lucky enough to have flexible start times. Don’t have that option at your workplace? No problem, why not set your alarm even earlier to give you a fresh start to the day. You may want to start your day with some yoga, stretching or even perhaps go on a fresh January jog.But first, coffee...
Most importantly, if you’re anything like us, you’ll know that the day can’t properly start without your caffeine fix. Why not kick the week off with a special treat and visit your favorite coffee shop on your morning commute? Are you trying to avoid calorific coffee trips? Switch up your caffeine routine and try one of our BOOST drinks, the perfect alternative to enhance your energy. Get all the caffeine you need to refocus your day and boost your mood in one low calorie, low sugar drink!Bring your resolutions to life
Set yourself goals & get moving
After a month of eating gingerbread cookies and drinking all the eggnog with family and friends, it can feel tough to get your body moving again. No matter how old or athletic you are, exercise has always been proven to help your physical and mental health. Whether you choose to go to the gym, complete your 10k steps or take part in a program virtually, make sure you’re working up a sweat to release those January blues. Whatever your heart desires and makes you feel happy, that’s most important!
Feeling unmotivated and looking to create a whole new YOU for 2022? Look no further than exante. We’re here every step of the way to help you become the best version of yourself. We have 2 boxes to choose from; our Trial Box OR our awesome Kick Start Box, including a variety of our healthy lifestyle products to help you take those first steps towards becoming a better you in 2022!Take some time for you this Blue Monday
Last but not least, don’t forget to take some time for you! One of the benefits of having a low-key month in January is having a lot more time for yourself which is a great way to refocus. Maybe you want to pick up that book you’ve been wanting to read or listen to your new favorite podcast. Stay tuned on our social media pages linked below to find new recommendations and top tips every #WellbeingWednesday. We hope our tips for a less-blue Blue Monday have helped you out and gave you a boost of inspo you need to get back on track this January. Remember, if you’re having a tough day because of ‘Blue Monday’, it’s just one day, tomorrow is a new day! If you need extra support, be sure to reach out to our Facebook Closed Group where you can get advice from our exante family. Love keeping up to date with exante and don’t want to miss out on all the fun? Make sure you follow us on Instagram and Facebook for regular updates, product teasers and more!Related Articles
