{"id":54407,"date":"2020-02-28T10:00:23","date_gmt":"2020-02-28T15:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog-well.ca\/?p=54407"},"modified":"2026-07-02T11:19:47","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T15:19:47","slug":"how-to-cope-with-winter-blues","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/well.ca\/blog\/how-to-cope-with-winter-blues\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Cope with the Winter Blues"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]Some people <em>really<\/em> love winter. For others, \u00a0winter is a time of \u00a0year with long, cold nights and short, sunless days. If you\u2019ve ever wanted to \u00a0crawl under your blanket and stay there until March, you\u2019re not alone \u2013 many of us feel the winter blahs this time of year.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>But what can we do about them? Follow along with these helpful tips \u2013 they\u2019ll inspire you to make the most out of the winter months without feeling too down about it!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Let the Light In<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>This time of year, many of us are craving a little more daylight. To counter this, try a light box, which is meant to mimic the sun\u2019s light. These products can produce upwards of 10,000 lux (the measurement of brightness) and can help reduce your blahs!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Get Moving <\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>A great way to boost your dopamine and norepinephrine is to be active whenever you can. Whether it\u2019s \u00a0a quick walk, having a snowball fight, or going sledding, exercise can help boost your mood!<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Avoid those Refined Carbs<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Refined carbs might be tempting this time of year, but these carbs can spike your blood sugar levels and make you feel weighed down and lethargic. Instead opt for complex carbs found in beans, peas, whole grains, and lots of veggies.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Try Meditating<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Aside from being a great way to relax and unwind after a stressful day, meditation also helps you deal with the winter blahs because it engages with the part of the brain responsible for melatonin production!<\/p>\n<p>It might take a little effort, but with a plan in place and some trusted techniques, beating the winter blahs might be easier than you think \u2013 just don\u2019t forget to make time for snuggling up with a good book and some hot cocoa too![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/section>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row css_animation=&#8221;&#8221; row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; angled_section=&#8221;no&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; background_image_as_pattern=&#8221;without_pattern&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]Some people really love winter. 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