Winter comes with shorter days, longer nights and often grey, cold, blustery weather. Some people thrive during this time of the year or at least are not bothered much by it. For others, though, winter can bring feelings of being trapped indoors, isolated, bored, tired and/or depressed. How can we tolerate the season and even find joy in it? Click on the below articles/activities for information and a few tips and ideas.

How to Beat the Winter Blues | Everyday Health

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

Meditative Activities – Mindful Counseling Center LLC (mindful-counseling-center.com)

Guided Imagery – Mindful Counseling Center LLC (mindful-counseling-center.com)

Tap into Creativity – Mindful Counseling Center LLC (mindful-counseling-center.com)

Staying Socially Connected This Winter | ACL Administration for Community Living

(This article was adapted from our Mindful Life e-newsletter, 1-18-23.)