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How I Manage to Combat Seasonal Depression and Winter Blues
Coming off the heels of a 30 day respiratory illness and a two week period of a cold arctic vortex with temps at freezing or below, I found myself struggling to feel normal. The days were blustery, cold, and dreary. I wanted to embrace the “cozy” I’d looked forward to all year, and the indoor productivity that has called me for so long. But I found myself without motivation and not wanting to do anything. And for me, that just felt wrong. It was a huge flag. So in this very chatty vlog, I share all the ways I quickly pulled out of it. I hope it helps you too.…
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Friday, Sleeping in the Guest Room, and Battling the Blues
Ahhhh yes, the week progresses and Friday is here at last. It’s hard to describe this week. Despite my trying to keep positive and keep grasping at “happy”, I can feel this tug downward. I think I go through this EVERY year about this time. The days have been dark and dreary, if sunny at all they have been cold. The sleep on the minimal side as well – and does not help AT ALL. I try to look forward to things, but find I just trend downward in my mood. Are any of you doing this too? I have not lost hope though. I keep grasping and finding myself…
