385: Top Tips for Managing The Winter Blues and Seasonal Affective Disorder

Published: Nov. 4, 2019, 8 a.m.

Do you struggle with seasonal depression, the winter blues or full-fledged Seasonal Affective Disorder?\xa0\nI recently asked members of our private Facebook group their biggest current struggle and I was overwhelmed with responses about the winter blues and seasonal depression.\xa0\nI am not a doctor and I don\u2019t want to minimize the importance of seeing a doctor and exploring medication if you\u2019re struggling with depression.\xa0\nIn addition to medical support, there are so many ways to support your mental health as we enter these darker months.\xa0And much of this support starts now - from a proactive place.\xa0\nIn this episode, I talk you through a variety of simple lifestyle upgrades (yes, upgrades!) that can have a profound impact on your mental health and quality of life during these winter months.\xa0\nYou will learn how to:\n\nID depression stressors and triggers\n\nTune into your body and needs\n\nShift your perspective on self-care\n\nIncorporate more joy\n\nStay more connected during these months that can often feel very isolating\n\nPlease share this episode with others who may be struggling as we enter these winter months.\xa0Your support could deeply impact another mama\u2019s life.\nLinks Mentioned:\xa0\nJoin my FREE virtual workshop: 5 Mindset Resets You Need To Shine Like A Mother >>> shamelessmom.com/shine\nThank you to our sponsors:\n\n\nBlue Apron: Check out this week\u2019s menu and get sixty dollars off when you visit Blue Apron.\n\n\ncare of: For 25% off your first order of personalized care/of vitamins, visit Take Care Of and enter the code SHAMELESS at checkout.\n\n\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices