THE BEST WAY TO END JANUARY

I think January is a great month for having some time to yourself [if you can] - to chill, reflect, be with nature, or catch up on the sleep you gave up to attend the Christmas parties and shenanigans you [may have] indulged in!

If you saved some coins having taken part in Dry January and haven't over exerted yourself by partying too hard; having late, or endless nights, you should have more than enough energy and a little bit of extra cash to see the family and friends you didn't see during Christmas. Take the opportunity to celebrate something you, or they, have achieved in recent months/weeks. It doesn't matter how small you may consider your achievements to be - celebrate and give thanks!

I usually organise quality self-care and set aside time to spend with loved ones towards the end of the month. A hearty grub and fun times all around as we make further plans for getting together throughout the year ahead. It doesn't get more positive and uplifting than that!

For those of you who may not have loved ones [or if you'd rather not spend time with them], try pushing yourself to find the strength to go out and socialise; network, thus meeting new people and cultivating fresh relationships. I know it isn't easy but, It is possible!

If you do have your loved ones within reach, however you don't believe you've any reasons to be joyful, pause for a moment to consider just how much worse life could actually be for you [many consistently struggle all year with no support or relief] and start with the fact that you are alive! Also, whether you believe it to be true or not, there are people in the world who care about you, praise God! Such things are definitely worth celebrating.

I think I may have said this to you before, but, just in case you need a reminder: It is not about what you are faced with, it's all about how you choose to deal with it that often makes all the difference. Wallow for a bit, if you must, but, make sure you don't stay down. Get up, dust off your ill vibe, call someone you like/trust/love/care about and arrange to meet them before the month is done! Go!

Written by Charley Jai - @charleyjaiuk

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