The following are some strategies to beat the winter blues (or Seasonal Affective Disorder – SAD):

➡️Engage in early morning physical activities such as walking the dog, walking around the neighborhood, raking the leaves, gardening, or other activities you enjoy.

➡️Engage in outdoor sporting activities such as hiking, table tennis, pickleball, softball, tennis, golf, or other activities you enjoy.

➡️Manage your stress

➡️Maintain a regular sleep schedule

➡️Eat healthful and nutritious foods

For further information about the winter blues, check out the following books:
🔴Defeating SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder): A Guide to Health and Happiness Through All Seasons by Norman Rosenthal, MD (Media, 2023).

🔴 Winter Blues: Everything You Need to Know to Beat Seasonal Affective Disorder by Norman Rosenthal, MD (The Guilford Press, 2013)

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