You need to cheer yourself up but Blue Monday makes everything feel harder. Your usual tricks aren't working. Music helps sometimes but today you need something different. What pulls you back when quick fixes fail?

 

Creative activities emerge as the unexpected solution: dumping Lego buckets and building something. Logging into Minecraft to construct towers. Watching colorful content to let the right brain take over while the left brain rests. The idea: different mood levels require different strategies. Quick pick-me-ups versus full immersion activities. Social connection tops the list when possible. Community matters: friends, wine, charcuterie boards. Talking to grandchildren. Getting nails done, facials, massages. One listener admits the shut up stop complaining and dance playlist as primary defense.

 

Learn why some activities work for light mood dips while others handle deeper struggles. Discover the protein powder mini wheats combination that becomes a new treat ritual. Understand the Bell Let's Talk connection and why Blue Monday conversations matter.


Originally aired on 2026-01-19

You need to cheer yourself up but Blue Monday makes everything feel harder. Your usual tricks aren't working. Music helps sometimes but today you need something different. What pulls you back when quick fixes fail?
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Creative activities emerge as the unexpected solution: dumping Lego buckets and building something. Logging into Minecraft to construct towers. Watching colorful content to let the right brain take over while the left brain rests. The idea: different mood levels require different strategies. Quick pick-me-ups versus full immersion activities. Social connection tops the list when possible. Community matters: friends, wine, charcuterie boards. Talking to grandchildren. Getting nails done, facials, massages. One listener admits the shut up stop complaining and dance playlist as primary defense.
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Learn why some activities work for light mood dips while others handle deeper struggles. Discover the protein powder mini wheats combination that becomes a new treat ritual. Understand the Bell Let's Talk connection and why Blue Monday conversations matter.
 Originally aired on&nbsp;2026-01-19

Shane Hewitt & The Nightshift is your late-night companion for real talk, bold ideas, and unfiltered conversations that matter. Hosted by Canadian radio veteran Shane Hewitt, each episode dives into the headlines, human stories, and hidden truths shaping our world—always with curiosity, compassion, and a sharp edge.

From politics and pop culture to mental health, technology, and everyday life, this podcast is where night owls, deep thinkers, and curious minds come to connect. Featuring expert guests, passionate callers, and Shane’s signature style—thoughtful, fearless, and refreshingly real.

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Shane Hewitt &amp; The Nightshift is your late-night companion for real talk, bold ideas, and unfiltered conversations that matter. Hosted by Canadian radio veteran Shane Hewitt, each episode dives into the headlines, human stories, and hidden truths shaping our world&mdash;always with curiosity, compassion, and a sharp edge.
From politics and pop culture to mental health, technology, and everyday life, this podcast is where night owls, deep thinkers, and curious minds come to connect. Featuring expert guests, passionate callers, and Shane&rsquo;s signature style&mdash;thoughtful, fearless, and refreshingly real.
If you crave meaningful dialogue, smart perspectives, and late-night radio energy in podcast form, subscribe now and join The Nightshift.

Shane Hewitt and The Nightshift

Shane Hewitt is known for his engaging and relatable on-air personality, which captivates listeners. His ability to blend insightful commentary with humour and empathy creates a genuine connection with listeners.  Shane Hewitt and the Night Shift provides relatable content, informative discussions and expert insights – along with a balance of anecdotes and entertainment.

Shane Hewitt is known for his engaging and relatable on-air personality, which captivates listeners. His ability to blend insightful commentary with humour and empathy creates a genuine connection with listeners.  Shane Hewitt and the Night Shift provides relatable content, informative discussions and expert insights – along with a balance of anecdotes and entertainment.