Apparently, today is the gloomiest day of the year. Blue Monday, a term first used by researchers at Cardiff University, is the third Monday in January. There's even a mathematical equation to prove why it’s the year’s most depressing day, based on bad weather, debt, the time since Christmas celebrations, failing New Year resolutions and general lack of motivation. However, no fear, the Daily Mirror has come up with 25 ways to beat Blue Monday, including ....

Buy an app to clear your head
Play happy music
Colour something in
Be kind
Get a sad lamp
Give up social media
Give up something else
Stop moaning
De-clutter
Be thankful
Be kind to yourself
Spend time with family
Get a routine
Watch tv comedy
Book a holiday
Drink herbal tea
.... I gave up here!

We went for a walk at sunset to the fabulous Hyde Hall gardens.