Let’s face it, December and January aren’t great months for students. There was a considerable workload, cold waits for the bus, and full-blown darkness at 5:02 p.m. It’s not surprising; so many people suffer from seasonal depression, while others directly go into a funk.
A British psychologist has even named January 24th the “worst miserable day of the year,” citing seasonal depression, bad weather, and failed New Year’s Resolutions. But you’ll make it. Students can avoid winter depression by taking the following basic steps:
Here Are Best Ways to Fight The Winter Blues in 2018 for everyone ;
1. Get Outside
It may go against every single instinct you have but get out there. Holing yourself up isn’t going to help. It can be simple as going for a walk. Or if you’re not the outdoorsy type, try your hand at a winter sport, just once. Skiers, Ice fishers, and snowshoers don’t shut down over winter; they vamp up.
2. Watch What You Eat
Omega-3s are good to elevate and maintaining moods. You can find them in supplements or leafy vegetable plants. You should also be careful of your sugar intake. Chocolate can take you to your happy place, so don’t cut it out completely. But remember, winter weight gain doesn’t put anyone in a better mood.
3. Be Social
Again your instincts may be telling you to hibernate, but a feeling of isolation is a big part of the problem. Therese J. Borchard is the author of Beyond Blue: Surviving Depression & Anxiety and Making the Most of Bad Genes. She says, “I believe it takes a village to keep a person sane and happy. That’s why we need so many support groups today.”
4. Make your environment brighter.
When your body is craving more daylight, sitting next to an artificial light called a lightbox—for 30 minutes per day can be as effective as antidepressant medication. Opening blinds and curtains, trimming back tree branches, and sitting closer to windows can also help provide an extra dose of sunshine.
