With the changing of the seasons, even the most fortunate and upbeat of us might experience some melancholy. Fortunately, you can add little happy moments to your life any time of year with doable and effective methods.
Actually, you most likely already have everything you need to improve your mood at home.
To help you de-stress, find some fulfilment, and relax, try one of these uplifting techniques. The arduous months ahead might appear a little more doable after reading this.
Many of the interests and pastimes we have, such as taking yoga lessons or picking up a new language, are endless and have no end in sight. Consider settling on a more manageable objective with a clear, satisfying conclusion.
Happier at Home and Outer Order, Inner Calm author Gretchen Rubin suggests doing things like organising your wardrobe or going through old photos. "You'll feel the good feelings of tackling something meaningful and the surge of energy that comes with completing a task."
Regardless of the date on the calendar, stock up on items that will enhance the beauty of winter. Acquire furniture that enhance the comfort of your house, such as large-screen TVs to enhance movie nights on the couch or warm patio heaters to facilitate outdoor gatherings.
Seasonal affective disorder may become an issue when the days grow shorter and the weather gets colder. By obtaining some sunshine, you can help ward off the wintertime blues.
According to Rubin, "getting sunlight is really important, especially in the early morning light." Even a brief morning stroll outside in the cloud cover can help you focus better. (Bonus: Vitamin D helps strengthen your immune system as well.)
According to Rubin, "people are really using their sense of smell now." Sales of scented candles are soaring, but any pleasant fragrance will do—a bottle of vanilla, maple syrup, or pumpkin spice, for example.
Create a playlist of your favourite upbeat tunes since they will definitely make you feel better. Pick your favourite song to play when you wake up.
"Make sure to rotate it after a while so you don't start to get a Pavlovian response to the song if you have trouble getting up in the morning," Rubin advises.
Giving back helps us feel good all the time, and it can also make someone else's day better. Rubin advises giving away unwanted things from around your house to people in need.
Helping people meet a prospective new friend or colleague is always a terrific idea, especially in these times when people are looking for connections.
Investing in a standing desk could be a wise decision rather than working at your kitchen table. Invest in new fitness equipment or paint the kitchen a brighter colour. According to Rubin, "I think there's a growing recognition that we need to create a comfortable home for ourselves."