It's that time of the year. The days are short, the weather is bitter and the few hours of day we do have are touched by the fading winter light. The whole world appears to be asleep and spirits soften.
It's easy and somewhat natural to feel exhausted and uninspired when Winter comes around. Seasonal Affective Disorder - "feeling periods of sadness in connection to the seasonal time". It is thought this is brought about by the reduced number of hours of sunlight. Sunlight can have an effect on some peoples hormones. One theory states that sunlight stimulates a part of the brain called the "hypothalamus" which controls mood appetite and sleep. Makes a bit of sense, I for one know my mood is drastically affected by a lack of food and/or sleep. So it definitely is a thing guys!
If you start to feel a little down this Winter, there are plenty of really simple things that can uplift your mood, even if only for a few hours.
x Wear your thickest pyjamas and get a hot water bottle, being warm and comfortable is something that can sometimes make me feel instantly better.
x If you like tea, even better, go get yourself a cup.
x Take a walk, preferably yourself, clear your head.. and not to the high street!
x Write down your thoughts in a notebook, because nothing beats handwriting things.
x Favourite music is obviously a given.
x Sing (this one works best for me)
x Turn your phone off, chances are the thing affecting your mood can be found on your phone.
x Wear the nicest outfit you have, because at least you look good.
x If all else fails, find the account on Twitter @fuckablemen ...you're welcome.
xxxx
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