Today I walked into my house and out of nowhere started crying. You may have heard of something called seasonal depression. It’s a real thing. Winter can suck. It’s gloomy, the sun goes into hiding, and the cold sucks the life out of you. There are, however, some things that I like to do to fight the winter blues.
Exercise is the biggest cure-all for me. I’m currently barred from doing anything like running or biking because I sprained my ankle (on icy steps no less, thank you winter weather) but that does not stop me from doing what I can do. I can still work on abs and arms and my back. Endorphins pull me out of my funk. Even ten minutes of challenging your body and getting your heart rate up can be super helpful.
Good company is my next best treatment for the winter blues. Staying inside is lovely. Going to holiday parties is great. Being around people who are in comfy sweaters, laughing, and having great conversation over good food is an instant pick me up.
Wrapping presents has been very therapeutic. If you’re not celebrating a gift giving holiday and you won’t be wrapping gifts, crafting is just as therapeutic. Working with my hands and accomplishing something, especially something as pretty as these gifts, (yes I’m tooting my own horn) boosts my mood. Getting things done is a great cure.
Celebrating early and often is an excellent way to boost your spirits. Have a holiday movie marathon, go drive around in the nice neighborhoods and look at everyone’s amazing lights. Have a hot cocoa party with your friends and exchange small gifts. Having something to look forward to always keeps me going.
If all else fails, pay a visit to your doc. You might have something going on more than bad weather blues and taking care of yourself is more important than anything. If these tips don’t feel even remotely helpful, your doctor will have a solution.
Regardless, I hope this inspired someone to pick up their chin and get something good going on this winter.
Please let me know what you do to kick seasonal depression’s ass.
Until next time,
Julia
Fly with Time 