6 Ways to Beat the Winter Blues

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Cold mornings, dark evenings, short days, and limited sun mean winter is here — and with the coldest season come the winter blues.

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Statistics surrounding seasonal affective disorder show that around 6% of people in the United States will suffer from the symptoms of SAD during the winter months and a further 10-20% may suffer from a very mild form of the disorder.

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There are things you can do to lift your mood. This winter, try these tips and tricks to beat the winter blues and stay well all winter long:

Get Moving

01 20 minutes of vigorous activity four times a week has been shown to reduce depressive mood -- Get MOVING!

Stick to a Schedule

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Get Social

03 Host a dinner party, join a club, visit a friend. Filling your calendar will give you something to look forward too!

Start a Project

Are you a DIY'er? Or maybe you want to finally create photo albums with your iphone photos. Pick a project and dive in. 04

Book a Trip

05 Book a trip...even if it's local. Getting out of your house and changing the scenery can rejuvenate almost anyone.

Find the Sun

06 A decrease in sunlight can disrupt your body’s circadian rhythms and cause a drop in serotonin levels and Vitamin D levels, which can lead to depressive symptoms. If you can't get outside, consider purchasing a full-spectrum light box.

Don't hesitate to seek help from a medical professional if your winter blues aren't going away.

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