The cold, the rain, the wind and the gray sky are not really great allies for keeping morale up during the winter. Here are our tips for overcoming seasonal depression.
1 I’M TRYING LIGHT THERAPY
It's scientifically proven: lack of light is known to affect mood and biological rhythm. Nothing is more normal to suffer from a slight drop in morale and fatigue when temperatures drop and the days become shorter and shorter.
For compensate for this light deficit and limit the effects of winter depression, turn to light therapy . Thanks to lamps designed to recreate daylight, half an hour of light therapy would have the same effect on your body and mind as a day in the sun (without the harmful effects of course). Effective !
2 I'M HAVING PLEASURETo face winter with a master's hand, one key word: have fun! Raclettes, fondues, hot chocolates… To hell with guilt and balanced meals. Once a week, take advantage of the winter temperatures to warm your stomach and your morale. And if you can do all this under the blanket, in front of your favorite series, it's even better! |
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3 I STOCK UP WITH VITAMIN C
Once your craving for processed cheese and cold meats is satisfied, turn to foods rich in vitamin C to give you energy. In winter, the lack of sun and outdoor activities weighs us down and seriously tires us. Kiwi, lemon, orange… Every morning, stock up on vitamin C to start your day properly.
4 I CONTINUE TO DO SPORTSThanks to the hormones that we release during physical activity, sport is a real natural antidepressant . Don't let winter temperatures affect your motivation and, in winter as in summer, maintain your physical and sporting activity . Turn to sports known to be good for morale, such as running, hiking and yoga. |
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5 I TAKE CARE OF MYSELF
In winter, your skin is put to the test: it is dried out by the cold and also lacks radiance . Take advantage of winter to take care of yourself: bubble bath , mask to revive radiance or ultra-moisturizing , comforting moisturizing cream ... So take advantage of the time you spend at home to take time for yourself and pamper yourself like it should be.
