Some researchers claim that the third Monday of January is the most depressing day of the year and urge workers to dress brightly today, 20th January, to combat “blue Monday”. Mental Health Research UK (MHRUK) said that thanks to a combination of bad weather, debt, the need for Christmas detox and poor motivation, the nation’s collective well-being is expected to sink to an all-year low today. A poll conducted by the charity found that one in five employees will not wear colourful outfits to work because they were considered “less professional”.

My favoured option is to find an extra colourful duvet to hide under for the day!

Happy blue Monday!