So…did you hear the important news of the day? An algorithm was used to somehow ‘measure’ that today – Janurary 21 is the ‘most depressing day of the year.’

I kinda laughed to myself when I heard this because I thought why would anyone make such an issue of it? Why bring it to our attention? All this did for me was make me think, ‘Oh, ya it is really cloudy and dull today’, ‘ my bills need to be paid,’ ‘winter is still a long few months’

I seriously just thought about depressing things! I have had the radio on for most of the day and I must have heard the same thing that today was the most depressing day of the year- at least 5 times!! Who cares?!

All I know is that I got out for a good 40 minute walk and it felt FANTASTIC! I came home and ate really healthy. My husband and I laughed a lot about the topic, but could not believe how much it really did bring depressing thoughts into our minds!

MY QUESTION TO YOU: Did this headline affect your mood today? If it did, in what way? If not, why?

Related to the same topic – What are some good tips that you can share that help to boost your mood?

In answering my own question, whenever I am ‘down’ or ‘irritable’ or ‘anxious’ …I ALWAYS turn to exercise! I feel blessed to understand my body that way…I am totally a NEW PERSON afterwards. I feel happier, more energetic, clear-minded, and focused. This really works for me.
As some of you may know, exercise releases seratonin and endorphins that create a ‘natural high’ physiologically.

My advice: Shut the T.V. off, put the paper down, and don’t listen to the radio today! Go for a walk and listen to some uplifting music!

Cheers to health,

Angie