6 • The Beacon January 2 , 2025
Don ’ t let the winter blues get you down this year
By Marianne Austin For The Beacon
After the holidays many people feel a little blue . Sometimes it ’ s hard to get back into the routine of life , so here are a few suggestions on how to cope .
The winter blues or seasonal depressive disorder usually start in the colder , dark months of fall and winter . Most people have experienced the winter blues , especially when the excitement of the holidays is over .
Looking at the cold , dark , shorter days of winter that seem to stretch out forever , well about
Menu three months anyway , can really bring you down . Sometimes it feels like you have lost your enthusiasm , with no energy , motivation or interest in anything , ignoring personal hygiene and wearing the same sweatpants all weekend . When it gets really cold , some people have a tendency to veg out , watch TV and hibernate until spring . Reruns can get old really quick though .
It helps to have a game plan and stick to it as much as possible . Exercise . Get out and walk . Fresh air will clear your head and lift your spirits . If it gets too cold
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Winter is pretty to some but depressing to others . The winter blues or seasonal depressive disorder usually start in the colder , dark months of fall and winter .
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Something else that helps is to have a winter project . Work on art projects for the county fair throughout the winter months . Bake cookies or bread , try a new recipe , play music , paint , color , or try a woodworking project . Get your hands into something creative .
Rust Decor has some great classes . The library has awesome family programs all year , not to mention finding a good book to settle in with . Go to the movies or get together with friends . Schedule activities you enjoy and go see loved ones when you can .
If you start to experience SAD , getting outside for a daily dose of sunshine in the winter could do your mind and body good as well . Sunlight improves your mood , boosting serotonin levels , making you
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calm and more alert . If it snows , go sled riding or have a snowball fight . You ’ re never too young or too old .
In addition , research shows diet has a lot to do with your mood — healthy meals that contain wholesome foods like fruits , vegetables , lean proteins , whole grains and healthy fats . Following a healthy eating plan can keep you energized and help you to feel your best . Become a volunteer . Research shows it leads to lower rates of depression , and it gives a sense of purpose being with people . Use your talents to help in your community . Check on your neighbors , shovel someone ’ s sidewalk or driveway , or offer to go to the store for them .
The United Way is a great place to find out ways to volunteer and help the community . Read to children or deliver meals to homebound seniors . Help at a food pantry , The Salvation Army or your church . Just take the first step to start being active this winter .
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