What and when is Blue Monday?

Let's be honest, Blue Monday has the power to make us feel worse in a season that feels stacked against us. Dubbed the 'saddest day of the year' Monday 20 January has been calculated based on the culmination of post-holiday blues, rubbish weather with an extra side of guilt from New Year resolutions that may be already gathering dust. 

But did you know that Blue Monday is completely made up? A clever work of fiction from a travel company to help sell holidays. Ironically, Blue Monday has the absolute power to be a self-fulfilling prophecy if we give it too much mind. 

How can we avoid Blue Monday? 

The good news is that we have the power to be proactive and rather than succumbing to the gloominess, we can get out and do something that makes us feel good.

Even better news is that you don't have to book a holiday (with a significant impact on the earth and your wallet!) to turn things around. Whether it's going for a solo spin, reconnecting with friends or just running a small errand to get fresh air. 
 

Here is our quick guide to saying Boo to Blue Monday with some of our favourite rider quotes from our Annual Rider Report (which you can read in full here) to help you feel extra inspired. 

3 Fun Ways to Beat Blue Monday:
 

Explore somewhere new

Ever noticed how a change of scenery like being on holiday immediately changes your perspective and lifts your mood? This is your sign to take the scenic route, discover a hidden gem in your city, or ride through your favourite park to squeeze in some extra fresh air to your day. Your mind will thank you later!

Give yourself a boost

Research shows that exercise naturally lifts your mood by releasing endorphins. And did you know that e-bikes offer a workout that's less intense than traditional cycling but more active than walking? Ideal for those who want to start moving with a little extra support.

Ride with a friend

Don't rough it out alone but instead share the joy! Meet up with a friend, family member, or even a workmate and make an adventure of it. Nothing beats the blues like a bit of laughter on the move. Ensuring we are prioritising social time is crucial to a happy balanced life, so call up that favourite ride buddy now!  

Ready to get going?

So to conclude, while Blue Monday may have the power to make us feel worse, we have the power to turn it into a great excuse to go out and do something enjoyable. With Beryl, every ride is a chance to add a moment of fun to your day. So make sure you say a defiant boo to Blue Monday and hop on a Beryl bike or e-scooter today.