Winter is coming. When the nights start getting longer and the hours of sunlight significantly shorter, many people may experience what we not-so-affectionately call the „winter blues.“ Yet for some, a case of the „winter blues“ is a debilitating condition that psychologists know as Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD. The acronym is particularly fitting, as for those afflicted it\u2019s no fun at all.<\/p>\n
No matter the level of severity, no one wants the winter blues to stick around. Here are nine all-natural<\/a> ways to kick them to the curb in these final weeks of winter.<\/p>\n 1.<\/strong> Catch your zzz\u2019s.<\/strong> 2. Move your body!<\/strong>
\nMake a commitment to your sleep. When life gets busy and stress builds, the first thing we generally cut back on is sleep<\/a>. Don\u2019t let that happen. Stick to a regular bedtime every night, and give yourself time to relax before you head for bed to be sure your body is ready for slumber.<\/p>\n
\nWhen the weather turns freezing and dark it\u2019s easy to delay your workout by promising yourself you\u2019ll do an evening class. But when the sun sets, the plan doesn\u2019t seem so attractive, and you ditch the whole idea. Beware getting into this cycle. Commit to moving your body through a physical activity that brings you satisfaction, even joy. What makes you happy? Think for a moment. Is it yoga? Do that. Is it spinning? Do that. Is it dancing around your house? Pump up the music and do that.<\/p>\n