Blue Monday

Have you heard this? Scientists (and media) have coined the 3rd Monday in January to be the Most Depressing Day of the year or "Blue Monday"? It's true. Well, it may not be all that true, but I can personally say it feels true, doesn't it? And, not because my maiden name is Blue.

The whole depressing media-hype is based on failed New Years resolutions, holiday bills arriving, bleak weather, nothing really special to look forward to, and so on and so on.

That is why I'm so excited as we're kicking off a series of 5 monthly seminars at our new Teddie Kossof Salon office. Can you guess what our topic is this month?

Ding, ding, ding: You got it-- "The Power of Positivity"

That's right, folks. Positivity. Forget this cold weather, days without seeing the sun, and long haul till Spring. We're going to kick Blue Monday's sorry butt to the curb.

If you're like me, you may find yourself letting out a long groan and roll of your eyes when you hear the word positivity. But here's the thing: positivity can change your life. And it's not just being Pollyanna sunshine, it's about being genuine, alive and interested in finding more positivity in your life. Not forcing yourself to fake being happy.

I'm really excited to share the groundbreaking research from Barbara Fredrickson, Ph.D's book "Positivity" and break down how to inject more positivity into our lives, step-by-baby-step.

To my blogger buddies in the Chicagoland area, if you are interested -- come! I'd love to see your beautiful faces. It's free. And, it's soon--this Thursday @7pm at Teddie Kossof Salon in Northfield. Take a chance, I'll give you a hint--it's one of the secrets to getting more positivity in your life! Also, we'll be leading a variety of other free seminars, you're welcome to join us--click here for more details We'll cover Marriage, Career, Social & Emotional Intelligence and more. I'd love to see you. Email me if you have any thoughts or questions lauren@bluelifecoaching.com