‘Blue Monday’: How to combat post-holiday blues

“Blue Monday” in 2026 is on Jan. 19 -- it’s also known as one of the most depressing days of the year. It typically falls on the third Monday in January.

By now, a lot of people have given up on their New Year’s Resolutions and are in a post-holiday slump. And, of course, the weather does not help.

Blue Monday is not based on science whatsoever, but the idea does resonate with people.

Carrie Krawiec, a licensed marriage and family therapist at Birmingham Mape Clinic in Troy, joined Local 4 Live to talk about “Blue Monday” and seasonal depression. You can watch the full interview at the beginning of this article.