Brighten Your Winter Blues with Erin's Game Plan
Episode Overview
Spend at least 10 minutes outside daily to get fresh air and sunlight. Consider using CBD oil for its potential benefits in managing SAD symptoms. Reach out to friends or professionals if you're feeling overwhelmed. Maintain physical activity to boost mood and combat depression. Keep a gratitude journal to focus on positive aspects of life.
"Having a game plan is crazy train important for keeping the winter blues at bay."
As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, Erin Lawler Patterson - aka The Goodness Chick - tackles the tricky topic of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) in her latest podcast episode, "Shunning the Seasonal Funky Fest". With her characteristic warmth and humour, Erin dives into the challenges posed by the change in seasons and how they can impact mental health.
From her personal experiences with SAD to practical strategies for combating the winter blues, Erin offers a wealth of advice. Erin shares her own journey with SAD, recalling times when shorter days left her feeling like a bear in hibernation mode. She highlights how easy it is to fall into a pattern of inactivity and isolation, emphasising the importance of having a game plan to stay mentally healthy.
Erin suggests simple yet effective steps like spending time outdoors, even if it’s chilly, and engaging in physical activities to keep spirits high. The episode also touches on the use of CBD oil as a potential aid in managing symptoms of SAD. Erin encourages listeners to explore its benefits, citing both personal anecdotes and observations from those she has worked with.
With the holiday season approaching, Erin acknowledges the additional stressors that can accompany this time of year, such as anxiety and depression. She advocates for reaching out to others, whether through casual coffee dates or seeking professional counselling when needed. Erin wraps up the episode by promoting gratitude journaling as a tool to shift focus from the negative to the positive aspects of life.
Her message is clear: you’re not alone in this struggle, and having a proactive plan can make all the difference. Whether you're feeling a bit funky or just looking for ways to boost your mental wellness during the darker months, Erin's tips are bound to offer some light. Why not give it a listen and see how her advice might brighten your day?