Finding Light in the “Hazy Shade of Winter”

Key points

Seasonal shifts can deplete our psychological reserves, requiring the cultivation of winter resilience.

To combat the winter blues, find ways to elevate positive emotions to effectively recover from stress.

Yoga can serve as an internal sanctuary, offering a triad of movement, meditation, and breathwork.

A winter nature walk amplifies resilience by tapping into the environment's restorative power.

Winter is often perceived as something to be endured, a cold spell between the vibrance of autumn and the renewal of spring. Our bodies brace with rigidity and our shoulders hunch against the wind as we metaphorically hold our breath until the light returns. As the days grow short and the air turns crisp, the winter season often presents unique challenges to our emotional well-bei