Winter’s shorter days, colder temperatures, and limited activities can impact all of our moods. However, there are ways to combat the winter blues! Follow these simple strategies to boost your mood all winter long:
- Daily Movement: Keep moving! Even a 10-minute walk, a nightime stretch, or game of bowling can boost endorphins and improve your mood. Find activities that you enjoy and get moving this winter!
- Natural Light: Aim for as much natural light as possible! Pick up outdoor hobbies such as skiing or show shoeing, sit by a window to soak in natural light while working, and supplement with mood lamps if necessary. Fight the cold and get outside whenever possible!
- Mindfulness Practices: Mindfulness practices help fight negative thoughts and keep your mind positive through the colder season. Incorporate meditation, breathwork, journaling, or other self care and mindfulness practice into your routine to cultivate a sense of calm and positivity.