top of page
Search

It's Therapeutic Thursday

carinandersen

It's Therapeutic Thursday and we are discussing How to Beat the Winter Blues When the Temps Drop.


๐ŸฅถCold weather got you feeling down? Youโ€™re not alone! When the days are short, and the temps are freezing, itโ€™s easy to feel blah or even downright depressed. But donโ€™t let winter steal your joy! Here are some easy, feel-good ways to keep your spirits up when itโ€™s chilly outside.


๐Ÿญ. ๐—š๐—ฒ๐˜ ๐—ข๐˜‚๐˜๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ฑ๐—ฒ (๐—ฌ๐—ฒ๐˜€, ๐—ฅ๐—ฒ๐—ฎ๐—น๐—น๐˜†!)

Bundle up and get out there, even if itโ€™s just for 10 minutes. Fresh air and a little natural light can work wonders for your mood. Go for a quick walk, make snow angels, or just stand outside with a warm drink.


๐Ÿฎ. ๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ฎ๐˜† ๐—”๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฒ

Cold weather doesnโ€™t mean you have to freeze on the couch! Try indoor workouts, yoga, or even a dance party in your living room. Moving your body gets those endorphins flowing and helps you feel energized.


๐Ÿฏ. ๐—ž๐—ฒ๐—ฒ๐—ฝ ๐—œ๐˜ ๐—–๐—ผ๐˜‡๐˜†

Turn your home into a warm, inviting haven. Light some candles, grab a soft blanket, and sip on your favorite hot drink. Bonus points for watching a comforting movie or reading a book you love.


๐Ÿฐ. ๐—ฆ๐˜๐—ฎ๐˜† ๐—–๐—ผ๐—ป๐—ป๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฑ

Itโ€™s tempting to hibernate, but staying social can boost your mood. Host a game night, call a friend, or schedule regular chats with loved ones. Connection is key!


๐Ÿฑ. ๐—ง๐—ฟ๐˜† ๐—ฆ๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฒ๐˜๐—ต๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ก๐—ฒ๐˜„

Winter is a great time to pick up a new hobby. Try cooking, painting, knitting, or even learning a language. Keeping your mind busy can help keep those winter blues at bay.


๐Ÿฒ. ๐——๐—ผ๐—ปโ€™๐˜ ๐—•๐—ฒ ๐—”๐—ณ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ถ๐—ฑ ๐˜๐—ผ ๐—”๐˜€๐—ธ ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—›๐—ฒ๐—น๐—ฝ

If youโ€™re feeling overwhelmed, donโ€™t hesitate to reach out for support. Talk to a friend, family member, or therapist. Taking care of your mental health is just as important as staying warm.


โ„๏ธWinter might be cold, but it doesnโ€™t have to feel gloomy. With a little effort and self-care, you can turn those frosty months into something special. Stay warm, stay positive, and rememberโ€”spring is just around the corner! ๐ŸŒธ

4 views0 comments

Recent Posts

See All

Comments


Our Sponsors
RFTH background removed white outline PNG.png

Rock from the Heart's mission is to proactively educate people about aortic and heart valve disease, bridge the gap between impacted families and the support they need, connect those diagnosed with vital resources, and inspire all through the healing power of music.  

Doherty, Cella, Keane LLP is a national law firm solely focused on Social Security disability benefits. With over 40 years of expertise, their skilled attorneys guide clients through every stage of the process, from initial applications to appeals. The firm is highly experienced in representing individuals with aortic dissections and related conditions, ensuring specialized, compassionate advocacy. Operating on a contingency basis, they provide peace of mind with no fees unless benefits are awarded. Trust DCK Law for reliable and dedicated representation in this critical area.

Heart Valve Voice US, a patient advocacy, nonprofit organization, provides patients with a united voice to improve health for people living with heart valve disease by advocating for early detection, meaningful support, and timely access to appropriate treatment for all people affected by heart valve disease. Heart Valve Voice works with people living with heart valve disease, clinicians and other experts, and other patient service and advocacy organizations to identify barriers to improving health for people living with valve disease and advocates for change to enhance health.

Nectero Medical Logo v2 (1).jpg

Nectero Medical is a clinical-stage biotech company pioneering novel therapies with a potential to treat aneurysmal disease and improve patients’ lives.

โ€‹

Hope Ambassador

โ€‹

 

Would you like to spread hope, create awareness, and provide support with us?

โ€‹

Survivor Series

โ€‹

โ€‹

Share your amazing story of survival, or as a caregiver, with the community. 

โ€‹

Patient Awareness Postersโ€‹

โ€‹

If you would like to have these in your doctor’s office, please click the Sign-Up button.

โ€‹โ€‹

  • Facebook
  • YouTube
  • Instagram
  • X
  • LinkedIn

 

Aortic Hope P.O. Box 17 Abingdon, MD 21009

โ€‹

bottom of page