Natural mood enhancers for the dark season
18.12.2017
Translation: machine translated
It's still dark when you arrive at the office in the morning and when you leave it in the evening: that can quickly get on your nerves. But why is this the case and what can you do about it? It's high time to talk about the importance of the right lighting and a healthy lifestyle in the dark season.
1. compensate for a lack of light
Lack of light is the main cause of our seasonal sluggishness. Since not everyone can fly south, it is advisable to resort to other methods:
Walking outdoors is also a good way to combat the winter blues. Even when the sun is not shining, it can be as bright as 3000 lux - just like a light therapy lamp. It's best to make the most of every opportunity to be out in the fresh air: Walking or cycling to work, going for walks during your lunch break and taking your coffee break outside.
2. maintain contacts
Even if the cold weather makes you want to hole up at home, you shouldn't neglect your relationships in winter. So make a date for lunch, dinner or just a cup of tea on the sofa. Laughing releases valuable endorphins, which you can always use in winter.
3. exercise
4. reduce granulated sugar
5. positive thinking
Finally, a positive attitude helps enormously. Winter will eventually be over again - that's a promise. Making plans for the future also makes you happy: it's not for nothing that they say "anticipation is the greatest joy". Whether it's a holiday, a family visit or a firmly planned shopping day: numerous joyful events make the winter months fly by. Speaking of flights: of course, there's nothing wrong with a short holiday in the sun.
Do you know any other tips that will get you through the winter season happier? Let us know in the comments!
Header image: Bye Bye, winter blues: Soak up as much daylight as you can
Léonie de Montmollin
Portfolio Development Manager
leonie.de.montmollin@digitecgalaxus.chWhen I’m not busy putting together home décor themes or planning marketing activities for Galaxus, I enjoy decorating my home with things I love and starting DIY projects I finish all too rarely. The inspiration I get comes from blogs, magazines and travels. My favourite home living styles: Nautical, Scandinavian and Nordic.
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