07/01/2026
Back to Work After Christmas… With Sunshine, Still January ☀️☕
The sun may be shining, but let’s be honest —
January still has that energy.
If you’re back at work and finding motivation a little slow to arrive (even with blue skies), you’re not alone. January is the month where routines restart, expectations creep back in, and everyone quietly negotiates with themselves over coffee.
Here are some gentle ways to ease back in:
🌞 Start slower than you think you should
January isn’t a sprint — it’s a careful walk back into rhythm.
☕ Coffee in the sun counts as grounding
Bonus points if you pause long enough to actually feel the warmth.
🧠 One thing at a time
You don’t need to solve the year this week.
🚶♀️ Move your body kindly
A short walk, a stretch, a moment outside — it all helps.
💬 Speak before you struggle
Support works best early, not only when things feel overwhelming.
Living abroad brings its own pressures — distance from family, cultural shifts, and quieter moments that can feel louder in winter. You don’t have to navigate that alone.
🌍 www.therapypartners.co.uk/spain
📍 Support for expats, wherever you are
Be Kind to Yourself and Others.