31 Reasons Why January is a Great Month

 

The month of January seems to get a lot of flack, for obvious reasons, but is it really that bad a month? I mean, yes, most of the world is slap bang in the middle of the cold winter season, and we've just come off the cheery festive period, but still, January does have its positives, too. 

If you think January is the worst month of the year, then hold your horses, because here are some perfectly good reasons why the opening month of the year is one of the best. 

Here's why January isn't such a bad month...

Fresh beginnings

January is the month when most of us make some positive changes and adjustments to our life.  We have a fresh outlook on life, and tend to set ourselves some new and exciting goals.

We get slimmer!

January tends to be the month whereby we lose weight, get healthier, and start to feel like ourselves again. The festive fun might be over, but at least you'll be a whole lot healthier.
 

Detox

What better month of the year to go on a long detox than January? Detoxing is great, and January is always the perfect time to go on one. Like in our previous point, this may not sound much fun, but by being slimmer and healthier, you will look better and feel a whole better. 

Snow

For most of us, January is one of the coldest months of the year, and that usually means snow! Snow can be a pest, but for most of us, it's something that we enjoy. I mean, come one, who doesn't love to build a snowman? 

January sales! 

Who doesn't love a bargain in the January sales! The great thing about January is that a discount is never far away, and it gives us the perfect excuse to spend our Christmas money!

Finding love... 

Believe it or not, online dating memberships are at their highest during the month of January, so, if you're single, now's the chance to jump online and potentially meet "the one". Or, you could just have a bit of fun... whatever suits you... 

Festivals and events 

You wouldn't think it, but January is actually a decent month for festivals and events. So, if you like getting out and about, then you've got some cool art, movie and entertainment festivals to get stuck into.
 

More sleep

Yep, it's true, we sleep more in January than in any other month of the year. I'm sure most of us won't complain about having too much sleep. 

Cheap holidays 

If you've had a busy festive season, working long hours, then you'll probably fancy a little getaway when it's all done and dusted. Well, what better time to go than in January, because it's cheaper than ever, with holiday deals and discounts galore. 

Rest

Although many of us are trying to get fit and busy with our new year's resolutions, January is also a time when we tend to rest a lot, and recharge the batteries.

Clothes

With the freezing temperatures coinciding with the sales, January is the perfect opportunity to buy a load of new clothes, and feel good! 

Longer days

Ok, so, the days are still pretty dark during January, but we had the shortest day of the year in December, so, gradually, the days in January do great lighter. 

Chinese New Year 

Well, who doesn't love a good celebration, right? The Chinese New Year falls in January, which is a great excuse to celebrate and embrace the Chinses culture. 

Joining the gym

There are so many benefits to joining the gym, and we're not just talking about getting fit. Going to the gym is a great opportunity to be social, meet new friends, and join other groups and classes that will only add to your life in a positive way. 

Cosy nights in

Because the weather is generally so cold in January, it's a great excuse to get those warm jumpers and woolly socks out, and get cosy in from of the telly, with a hot drink. 

Lots on the TV

Along with the autumn months, January tends to have a lot of good stuff on the telly - perfect for those cosy nights in. 

Winter walks 

Many of us like to exercise during January, and long walks is a popular option. Long walks and hikes can definitely be most enjoyable during the winter period, before heading into a nice warm pub for a cheeky beverage, or two. 

Pubs 

Who doesn't love a drink, sitting next to a fireplace in a nice, cosy pub? 

Stews ad soups

We tend to make a lot of delicious soups and stews in the month of January - perfect for the cold weather, and also for the festive season detox. 

Hot chocolate! 

January is the season for... hot chocolate (and marshmallows)! 

Healthy hair! 

Seasonal hair loss during the autumn months can play havoc on our hair, particularly if we are already prone to hair loss. Our hair goes through its most aggressive shedding phase during November, bit come January, we start to enter our strongest growth phase. That can only mean stronger, fuller, and healthier hair! 

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