If you’re feeling a little blue this January, then you aren’t on your own. With the highs of Christmas and new year well and truly over, January can be a blue time for many of us. On top of this, returning to work and the gloomy winter weather can have a real impact on our mental health. Blue Monday was first coined in 2005 by Sky Travel, claiming that the day is ‘the most depressing day of the year’. Usually taking place on the third Monday in January,  Although there is no scientific research to suggest that it is, in fact, the gloomiest day of the year, January as a whole can…

January is notorious for making you feel a bit down in the dumps. The excitement of the festive season has worn off and your wallet has likely taken a hit from the festivities in December. If this sounds like you, then January is the perfect time to go out and explore the outdoors. From leisurely walks, to free activities with the kids, there are so many fun things to enjoy in the great outdoors. 1. Helps alleviate stress Walking has been proven to help increase your productivity and alleviate stress. At this time of year, it can be easy to get bogged down with work or home life. Becoming stressed can happen…

If you’re one of the many people making New Year’s resolutions, you may find that you’re struggling to stick to them. Many of us choose this time of year to make personal changes, whether it’s to be a bit healthier or take up a new hobby. However, starting the new year being more eco-friendly is an easy and achievable change you can make! Here are 10 eco-friendly resolutions you can try and hopefully, stick to! Upcycle Many of us know that reducing, reusing and recycling are some of the main ways we can be more eco-friendly. To help you get started, try starting the new year with a new hobby. Upcycling is…

Christmas can be a time of over indulging. When it comes to food, an astounding 7 million tonnes of food goes to waste at Christmas alone. Those 7 million tonnes come from, 2 million turkeys, 5 million Christmas puddings, and 74 million mince pies all going to waste, causing almost 270,000 tons of food waste in total during this widely celebrated holiday. Why is food waste a problem? Food waste is a huge contributor to climate change. In fact, 36 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions could be prevented if UK homes saved their food from the bins, according to Love Food Hate Waste. At Christmas, food waste is an especially big…