Ultimate Guide to Surviving the Winter Blues At Home

Ultimate Guide to Surviving the Winter Blues At Home

Do you find yourself feeling a little down throughout the winter season? With colder weather, gloomy days, and less time outdoors, it can be easy to get caught up in the winter blues! In fact, about 20% of people in America are affected by true seasonal depression. To survive shorter days and colder temperatures, check out these tips to take care of yourself and your home this winter! 

Self-Care

Self-care is important everyday, but it is especially important during the winter months when we spend less time taking in nutrients from the sunlight and spending time with family and friends. Find something that brings you joy and peace this winter to take care of you! Whether it is watching a movie with a warm cup of hot chocolate, coloring, journaling, reading a book, or catching up with an old friend, taking time for yourself will give you the extra boost you need on a cold winter day. 

Write in a Journal 

When you are feeling down, writing down your thoughts and feelings can be helpful! Journal about whatever is on your mind and reflect on what you have written. Try a gratitude journal to think about all the things you are grateful for this holiday season. Curl up with a warm drink, a cozy blanket, and settle in to write! 

Host a Movie Night

When the weather outside is frightful… light a fire in your fireplace, pop some popcorn, and have a movie night with your friends and family! Spending time with others is a perfect way to get rid of those pesky winter blues! Set up a candy bar and hot chocolate bar for you and your guests. Next up, settle in on the couch with your favorite snacks, drinks, a cozy blanket, and those you love! 

Books 

If you are not as much of a movie fan, spend your winter day reading your favorite novel or listening to your favorite audiobook! Find a quiet, cozy place in your home to stay warm and comfortable while you read. 

Bake

Baking is another great way to spend a gloomy winter day to stay joyful in the winter. Bake your favorite holiday desserts and fill the house with scents of the season! Homemade and decorated sugar cookies, gingerbread, or peppermint bark are sure to get rid of the winter blues! After all that baking, relax and enjoy your yummy creation, or even take some time delivering these sweet treats to your family, friends, or neighbors! 

Holiday Activities 

If you are looking to get out and enjoy the season with friends and family, holiday activities are the perfect solution! Here is a list of a few activities you can do to keep your spirits high and winter blues low this season! 

• • • Make a gingerbread house,
    • paint or make a winter craft, 
    • decorate your home for the holidays,
    • wrap holiday gifts, and
    • make homemade hot chocolate.

Air Purification 

Last but not least, a great way to ensure you stay happy and comfortable this winter is investing in an air purification system. During the winter, we spend more time indoors. Over time, our air can become polluted with airborne allergens and bacteria including dirt, pet dander, pollen, and possibly even fungal growth. Installing an air purification system can help you and your family breathe easy and be healthy while spending your time at home this winter season. Surviving the winter blues starts with a fresh, clean home! 

Contact Us

Take care of yourself this winter to survive the winter blues! Stay healthy and happy this season by contacting us for an air purification system to keep the air in your home truly clean! Give us a call at (256)-308-0032. 

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