Winter Blues

Snowed and plowed in cars.

Where to even put all the snow?

Frozen, blustery and bitter cold.


Yes, these are images of winter. With it comes shorter periods of daylight which for many people causes depression. Seasonal Affective Disorder, which is the result of these longer periods of darkness during winter, can cause sufferers to experience symptoms of depression.

Winter blues can happen to many of us. After the holidays are over, there seems to be nothing to look forward to but the Spring thaw. You can get stuck in a rut and feel isolated just trying to stay warm.
There seems to be less opportunities for social activities when it is winter but it doesn't have to be that way.

Fighting the winter blues doesn't mean that all of a sudden you become a cold weather lover, you just need to learn how to find ways of dealing with the cold. Winter doesn't last forever although it may seem like it does.
You always have the power to fight back against the feelings of depression. Sometimes it may take getting professional help and other times it can be as simple as creating things for yourself to do.

Your home is a place where you can start to fight back against the winter blues. Make your home into your own sanctuary by decorating it in a way that makes you feel happy to be in it. Surround yourself with your favorite things. If you are uplifted by scents, use your favorites to help boost your spirits. If you feel better surrounded by nature, use plants to boost your mood. Play your favorite music or even nature sounds. Don't forget about how accessories like cozy blankets, pillows and art can transform your space into a more welcoming environment. Just the process of creating a place where you feel energized, relaxed and alive can help with your mood.

Dealing with clinical depression or just the winter blues is about more than going to see your doctor and taking a prescription pill. No pill is going to "fix" it all. You have the power to change your environment and change how you cope with the winter blues.

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