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Things That Make Seasonal Depression Suck Less
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items My seasonal depression survival kit: little things that make the dark, cold, disrespectfully short days brighter, cozier, easier, or at least slightly less offensive.
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Let There Be Light ☀️
Healthy Hibernation 😴🛌
Brain Breaks 🧠
Moving Away From Sadness
Artificial Spring
Winter Rituals
Let There Be Light ☀️
Sometimes you need to let the sunshine in. 🌞
Bring the power of the sun to the comfort of your own bedroom.
Geecent Light Therapy Lamp 10000 Lux Sun Lamp, 5 Brightnes & 3 Color Temperatures, UV-Free Full Spectrum Sunlight with Timer, for Home, Office
I don't use this every night, but it comes in handy whenever I need to wake up early and don't necessarily want to.
JALL Sunrise Alarm Clock & White Noise Machine
Adjust the brightness based on mood. Nuff said.
Voncerus LED Desk Lamp with Clamp, Clip on Lights for Home Office, Black | 3 Modes 10 Brightness, Long Flexible Goose-Neck, Eye-Caring, Memory Function, Energy Efficient, USB Adapter, Metal
It's crazy how the little things can make you feel a lot better. You don't have to take a selfie, just change the color a few times to see if your mood changes with it.
Neroupe Sunset Lamp Projector with APP Control
Bring the planetarium home with you. Nerdy? Yes. But also kinda nice.
Galaxy Projector for Bedroom,29 Soothing Sounds Machine,16 HD Disc Ocean Ceiling Planetarium Star Night Light Projector,Remote Timer Bluetooth Speaker,Gifts for Boys & Girls,Sensory Product for Kids
Healthy Hibernation 😴🛌
Heated blankets are the best to lie around with, when you’re feeling down.
Deal: VELLUBAM Heated Blanket Throw, Purple Electric Blanket, Gift for Women | 5 Heating Settings, 4H Auto-Off, 50" x 60" Fast Heating Blanket, Washable, Cozy for Grandma/Mom/Couch/Office, ETL Certified
Easy blackout curtains for migraines or when you just need less light in the room for a while.
AJAZZ 100% Blackout Self Adhesive Curtains Small Window Short Temporary Black Out Curtains Easy to Install Used for Bedroom Kitchen Window Cover (Black, 35" W x 48" L 1 Panel)
The hot and cold feature makes this mask elite.
BeHoomi Weighted Cooling & Heated Eye Mask
Ever take a nap on one of these?? 😴🤤
Jaxx 6ft Cocoon 2-in-1 Bean Bag Bed Charcoal
These are great for when you’re lounging and resting but want to keep snacks and a few of your favorite things on hand.
TINAMO Octagonal Acacia Sofa Arm Tray with Adjustable Arms, Walnut Color | Solid Acacia Wood Construction, Spacious Display Surface, Clips Securely with Grip, Foldable & Portable, No Assembly Required
Mental health issues come with all kinds of aches and pains. This gadget has helped support me through all levels of lower back pain.
3-in-1 Electric Lumbar Support Pillow with Heat & Massage, Ergonomic Memory Foam Lower Back Massager for Pain Relief Deep Tissue, Smart Air Lift Technology, Ideal for Car/Bed/Sleeping/Office Chair
Brain Breaks 🧠
These are a fun way to distract yourself while allowing you to accomplish a short term goal. Very pretty finished product.
5D Diamond Art Kits for Adults Beginner,Colorful Tree Diamond Painting Kits | DIY Special Shape Flower Tree of Life Diamond Dots With Gem Art For Home Wall Decor 12 X 12Inch
I love a good hand-held puzzle. This one is pretty fun even when you're not in the mood.
Shashibo DODECA Magnetic Puzzle Cube Toy
Lots of fun and gorgeous art. Thank me later.
Deal: Delobil Puzzles for Adults with Puzzle Saver - Succulent Wooden Puzzle Gifts Unique Adult Jigsaw Puzzles Brain Teaser Family Game 200 Pieces 12.6" X 7.8"
A great way to spend an afternoon even if you'd rather be in bed.
Puzzle Potato Tesla Box - Self-Powered Electronic Puzzle
I love these things. Sometimes you just want to watch and stream hands-free. 🤷🏾♀️
LMCIKYO Lying-Down Phone Holder, Ergonomic Side Lying Phone Stand for Bed | Ultimate Laid-Back Phone Stand, Hands-Free Lazy Phone Stand for Watching Movies, Anti-Drop Prevent Phone Hitting Face
Moving Away From Sadness
Home workouts can be fun and super effective with the right equipment. These weights are easy to store and let you progressively challenge yourself.
EQUIPRO 4-in-1 Adjustable Dumbbell Set
This is actually way more fun and effective than it looks. Great for short workouts and boosting balance and circulation.
SEDOZIK Vibration Plate with Bands Bluetooth
I'll take any excuse to train my waist and glutes.
DUMOS Deep Squat Machine for Women, Fitness Squat Machine for Home Gym | Multi-Functional Workout Equipment, Adjustable Resistance, Space Saving, Glutes and Abs Training
Recently discovered these but I’m using them considerably more than expected. Results pending…
Red O Adjustable Weighted Ropeless Battle Rope & Arm Workout Equipment
Artificial Spring
A vibrant indoor plant can boost your mood more than you might realize.
12PCS Purple Oxalis Shamrocks Bulbs Indoor/Outdoor
Plant it, grow it, eat it.
Deal: Ahopegarden Indoor Garden Hydroponics Growing System: 10 Pods Kit with LED | Plant Germination Kit Herb Vegetable Growth Lamp Countertop, Hydroponic Planter Grower Harvest Lettuce for Healthy Home Cooks
Unique and interesting plants that are typically low-maintenance is a whole genre. Get into it.
Toys By Nature Galaxy Garden, Wave Terrarium Kit with Live Cactus Plants, Succulents & Alien Egg Stone - Beginner-Friendly Terrariums and Live Indoor Plants Décor
I love a good sign with an uplifting saying.
Sunflower Wooden Rustic Farmhouse Decor for Home Desk Shelf Tabletop, Motivational and Inspirational Gifts for Women, Butterfly Kitchen Decor for Spring Housewarming (A06)
Winter Rituals
I drink so much tea during the cooler months. I swear by this thing.
Dachenus 1000ml Japanese Cast Iron Teapot with Infuser
One of those gadgets you don't know you need until you have it. (Hey, that rhymes).
Coffee Mug Warmer with Mug Set - Cup Warmer for Desk Auto Shut Off, Smart Electric Beverage Heater for Coffee, Tea, Water, Milk and Coco, 8 Temperature Settings & 1-12H Timer, Gifts for Coffee Lovers
Crocpots are a low-maintenance way to make your favorite soups, stews, and other savory comfort foods—especially during the cooler months.
Crock-Pot 7-Qt Manual Slow Cooker, Charcoal
It’s hard to be sad with S’mores.
Nostalgia Tabletop Indoor Electric S'mores Maker - Smores Kit With Marshmallow Roasting Sticks and 4 Tray Lazy Susan for Graham Crackers, Chocolate, and Marshmallows - Movie Night Supplies - Brown
Reasons to Go Outside
Need an excuse to go outside for a while and have some fun? This does the trick.
Swooc Rustic Ring Toss Game - All Weather
Family movie nights, solo nights at the house, girls nights, date nights, slumber parties, you're gonna love this thing.
Deal: TOWOND Projector Screen with Stand,120 inches Indoor Projector Screen Outdoor Portable 16:9 4K HD Rear Front Projection Movie Screen with Carry Bag Wrinkle-Free Design for Backyard Theater
Making a snowman can be equally fun and therapeutic.
Blue Panda Build a Snowman Kit Outdoor - Multicolor Drawstring Bag, 11.5 x 9.5 in - Outdoor Snowman Kit for Kids & Adults with Hat, Scarf, Carrot Nose, Pipe, Eyes & 5 Buttons
If you like retro games, these are a whole lotta fall fun.
Swooc Games® - Yardzee, Farkle, & 20+ Giant Dice Games (All Weather) with Wood Bucket, 5 Scorecards, & Marker - Yard Dice Outdoor Game for Family - Giant Backyard Game Set - Outside Jumbo Lawn Fun
Surprisingly more fun than expected. It’s all in the angles.
Yoyoom Axe Throwing Bristle Target with 4 Axes, 4 Ninja Stars and 4 Darts, Axe Throwing Game for Backyard, Indoor & Outdoor, Yard Games, Carnival Camping Games