How Do the Seasonal Changes Affect Your Mood?

News is something I gave up years ago along with excessively violent television.

I like the decorative idea.

Renovating the kitchen should keep my mind focussed , hopefully.

Wishing others the best
 

RadishRose said:
My doctor told me- a light box should provide 10,000 lux units of illumination at a comfortable sitting distance. Make sure it is UV-filtered as UV rays are harmful to the eyes.

Look for a light with white light (shown to be more effective) rather than a colored light. There is no therapeutic advantage shown to “full spectrum” or bluish lamps.

I almost bought one last winter, but I've been doing much better even with being inside most of this summer d/t the heat, that I think I won't need one. If I do, I'll get one.
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I bought a NatureBright Light and Ion Therapy Box several years ago for spells of cloudy, rainy weather. I think it works well. It lifts your mood a bunch! ... haven't had it out lately, but might later in the winter. They call it a SAD light.... mine is 10,000 lux units.
You look right into the light (no UV) for up to 30 minutes at a time.

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Bonnie said:
^^^ the price is creeping up .... (like everything!)
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Remember that’s Canadian dollars. It’s actually $63US . I was very impressed that it protects against uV rays and ionizes and purifies the air which can be used without the light on. That I would not have expected. I meant to purchase one of these last year when I created the thread but forgot. The reviews are great. Thanks Bonnie and RR 🌹
 
My moods are fairly consistant and I dont have SAD but sometimes sunny weather can go in reverse and I feel a bit down depending whats been going on in my days.
I love Music and have my faves and I listen to mine rather than telly lately.
 
Our cable television at this time of year broadcasts a real fireplace burning logs.

You look at it an it is really relaxing.

There is something about a fire that is fascinating.

I equate it to our long ago ancestors in a cave with a fire going while the wolves are out there howling.
It seems like security I guess. Wild animals are afraid of fire. It's something they can't make themselves.

They don't play any music on this one. You can hear the crackling of the fire.
 
Camper6 said:
Our cable television at this time of year broadcasts a real fireplace burning logs.

You look at it an it is really relaxing.

There is something about a fire that is fascinating.

I equate it to our long ago ancestors in a cave with a fire going while the wolves are out there howling.
It seems like security I guess. Wild animals are afraid of fire. It's something they can't make themselves.

They don't play any music on this one. You can hear the crackling of the fire.
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I get this on my TV and love it its gentle crackling and flickering flames I find soothing. Iv'e now got to find the channel as ive not had it on my screen for a long time
 
dkay said:
I hate the summer heat and it seems like right before a summer storm, I get so stiff I can barely move. I feel physically drained which definintely negatively affects my mood. ...
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Same here. Much more discomfort and sometimes depression in the unrelenting heat and humidity of our summers. From late June to mid September it's like a demonic fire breathing dragon takes over the weather! Winter is much better because we have so many sunny days from the high 40s to lower 70s and it's pleasant outdoors. Even the rare 20s and 30s days it's easy to bundle up and go out.

Worst times are when storm fronts are moving through. Pain really kicks in for those.
 
Ruthanne said:
During these times of SAD I find that music is most helpful. I'm listening to it right now. Here is some:

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This is really lovely. We have a channel like this that plays Christmas music 24-7 or one with just the fireplace like camper says but we have a real fireplace and I love music so sing, sing, sing. When I want the solitude I switch back to the crackling fire channel. Once my happy light comes in, I’ll be peachy keen . 🙃🥰
 

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