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Facing Blue Monday Together: The 650 Challenge at Jones’ Fitness
Blue Monday is often called the “most depressing day of the year”. It falls on the third Monday of January, which in 2026 is Monday 20 January. The idea began in 2005, when a travel company claimed to use a formula based on weather, money worries, time since Christmas and broken New Year goals. Today, scientists agree that Blue Monday is not real. There is no evidence that one single day is more depressing than any other. Even so, many mental...
The importance of Town Council Newsletters in promoting ‘For Men To Talk’
In recent months, local town councils such as Ampthill and Biggleswade have taken an important step forward in championing men’s mental health by promoting ‘For Men To Talk’ meetings through their newsletters—Around the Pump and Biggleswade News respectively. This...
Celebrating the Volunteers of ‘For Men To Talk’ – Champions of Men’s Mental Health
As we mark Volunteers’ Week from Monday 2 June to Sunday 8 June, we want to shine a bright and heartfelt light on the unsung heroes of ‘For Men To Talk’ — our volunteer facilitators. These incredible individuals are at the very heart of our mission, offering their...
Trichotillomania, the hair-pulling disorder, impacting physical and mental health
Trichotillomania, often referred to as the hair-pulling disorder, is a mental health condition characterised by the compulsive urge to pull out one's hair, leading to noticeable hair loss. While the disorder is commonly associated with women, it is crucial to shed...