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Good-bye, T-shirts, and hello, layers! As winter rapidly approaches, many of us dread the cold weather and feel a sense of nostalgia for the summer weather that never seems to last quite long enough.
If you haven’t accepted that winter is around the corner, you’re not alone. With shorter days and less time being spent outside, it’s common to feel off. But if you find yourself unable to shake these negative thoughts and they’re affecting your personal life or work environment, it’s possible you’re suffering from seasonal affective disorder (SAD).
SAD is a form of depression that’s directly related to changes in seasons. In most cases, people with SAD experience symptoms at the beginning of fall that continue through the winter months, depleting energy and making people moody. Symptoms can include:
Don’t confuse SAD with just having days when you feel down, though. Let’s face it – we aren’t perfect, and we’re going to have bad days. However, if you feel down for several days at a time and can’t get motivated to do activities you normally enjoy, it might be time to see a doctor.
If your change in mood is just a case of the winter blues, there are several ways to overcome those ill feelings to start feeling brighter and happier all season long!
How to Beat the Winter Blues
Since we covered how important a healthy diet is for decreasing feelings of anxiety and depression, read on to learn about some of our favorite mood-boosting foods.
Mood-Boosting Foods
While these are just a few ways to start feeling energized and less sluggish, it’s important to listen to your body. Some days you might need a few extra hours of sleep or a nice long bath to bounce back. Do what’s going to make you feel your best, and remember it’s okay to not feel like yourself 100% of the time.
Have you ever experienced the winter blues? If so, what did you do to feel better? Share in the comments below!
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