I personally believe that Fall is the absolute most beautiful season that we have. My spirits are lifted and I feel a joy seeing the changes of the earth. Unfortunately, this isn’t the same sentiment for many people. In fact, the Fall and Winter season causes approximately 20% of Americans to suffer from SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder). While this percentage may not be as alarming to you as it is to me, what if I told you that it mostly affects women? This is bothersome to me because most women have so many roles and are daily pulled in so many directions. Often times, women are looked upon for balance and as the person responsible for pouring into every member of their household; sometimes it’s even extended to other family members. While this may be considered a God-given blessing, what happens when those women don’t have anything else left to pour? This is what happens. Depression, guilt, jealousy, and anger becomes the norm instead of happiness, joy, peace, and contentment. Seasonal Depression is also the culprit of these emotions. There are many steps and solutions to prevent and overcome SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder). One solution may not work for everyone, so being proactive in finding the solution that works for you, is the first step. Take a look at a few of these solutions.
This is so great. For whatever reason, the holidays have been more of a source of stress/depression these last couple of years. But these tips can easily be used by anyone! Thank you so much for sharing this with us!
Even though it’s cold outside, I really need to make it a point to get out and go for walks. That always helps me.
I can only imagine this time of year how hard it can be for some people. Depression is no joke.
I will keep this in mind. I know I go through this at times and it’s not fun.
I do as well. These are a few things that help me get through.
Thank you for reading!
Monica, you know strangely enough I’ve noticed that whenever I have a headache and step outside for fresh air it goes away.
You provided so many awesome tips. Thanks for creating this post.
This is a great flow chart to have handy, we need to protect and nurture our joy!
Great insights. I do observe that there are months when I feel a little more down as compared to others.
This is so informative, I’m surely going to keep these tips in mind. Can’t wait to share this with others.
Thankfully, I don’t deal with this but we aren’t as dark as some other places this time of year.
Yes, and it’s perfectly normal.
Thank you for sharing!
Thank you!
Thanks for reading!
Yes, it can be debilitating.
Yes, we have to check in on our friends and loved ones.
I usually don’t struggle with SAD but this year has been very hard year. After two covid setbacks, that hurt me financially and I still have not recovered. Working on it though. Then the holidays are lonely this year.
These are easy things to do but can help a lot! Depression is such an awful thing!
Yes, it is.
The holidays can be so lonely. We’ve dealt with a lot of loss year after year and are dealing with a transition of a family member now. It’s hard. I am happy that you are still standing strong. Keep going, and I am sending you love and light for a better 2023. 🙏🏾
This is great information for the holidays. The holidays look joyful for all, but many struggle during that time.