The third Monday of January is coined “Blue Monday” because it is apparently the saddest day of the year. Pairing a Canadian winter with all the bills rolling in from the holidays, makes the term quite fitting.
MNP LTD Trustee Jeane Herman was interviewed by Global TV News Okanagan to discuss “Blue Monday” and ways in which we can reduce stress and anxiety associated with finances by paying down debt and minimizing spending. The original article was originally posted online at Global TV News Okanagan on January 18, 2016.
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