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Navigating Seasonal Depression / S.A.D. / The Winter Blues
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items The colder months can bring beauty — soft light, stillness, reflection — but for many, they also bring Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.) or the “winter blues.” This list is a gentle holistic guide to support your mind, body, and spirit during that...
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Supplements for Mood & Energy Support
Aromatherapy for Emotional Balance & Lightness
Books & Journals for Reflection, Hope, and Self-Discovery
Red Light & Bright Light Therapy for Restoring Rhythm
Cozy Items for Warmth, Comfort, and Sensory Calm
Supplements for Mood & Energy Support
During the winter, shorter days can reduce sunlight exposure — which affects Vitamin D levels, serotonin production, and circadian rhythm balance. A mindful approach to supplementation can restore these internal rhythms. Each supplement here has been...
I've always loved Vici products - this patch is perfect for those that don't want to take pills! A great on the go solution
Bye Bye Blues Topical Patch
A must for those cold winter nights! Calms the nervous system, supports rest and mood regulation. Think of magnesium as a warm bath for your nerves.
1000mg Magnesium Glycinate Liquid Drop with High Potency Magnesium
A little kick start for those cold mornings! the bright citrus flavor with a subtle kick of ginger and turmeric makes it a refreshing way to support energy, clarity, digestion, and inflammation balance! Perfect for combating a blue mood!
Everyday Wellness™
Sports Research is an amazing company- I have used and loved many of their products. Vitamin D is SO critical in the Winter months. Try a therapeutic dose to get you started. Vitamin K should always be taken with your Vitamin D supplement. It makes s...
Sports Research Vitamin D3 + K2 with 5000iu of Plant-Based D3 & 100mcg of Vitamin K2
I love a great combintaion supplement - get Vitamin D , K2 and Magnesium from one supplement! This is also a more affordable way to buy supplements
Magnesium Glycinate with D3 + K2
A quick read on how a few vitamins & minerals could make this Winter a lot more enjoyable for you ! Take action and do a litlle research - let's feel better together!
4 Vitamins for Seasonal Depression
Omega-3's can really help you! Omega 3 Mood is scientifically formulated to support emotional health, brain health and mood. An important tool for Winter Wellness!
Country Life Omega 3 Mood® -- 90 Softgels
Aromatherapy for Emotional Balance & Lightness
Scent is directly tied to emotion and memory. Aromatherapy provides a gentle, sensory way to shift your mood, clear stagnant energy, and bring emotional warmth. Uplifting essential oils like Citrus and Peppermint stimulate, while Lavender and Cedarwo...
Bright, joyful, energizing. Diffuse this when mornings feel dull — breathe sunshine into your space. Orange essential oil is known as a liquid anti-depressant! I LOVE the aroma of Oranges!
NOW Essential Oils 100% Pure Orange -- 1 fl oz
You are going to love how Bergamot scents your space! It balances the nervous system, gently uplifts mood. Let Bergamot be your “emotional reset button.” Calm, but bright!
Bergamot Essential Oil
An amazing trio for you to diffuse on a Winter night - Lavender, Frankincense and Cedarwood. You will feel warm and cozy! These relaxing oils can help to soothe away any lingering stress.
GuruNanda Sleep Essential Oils - Frankincense, Lavender, Cedarwood - Aids in Calming and Relaxation
Make your own Winter essential oil blends. I love learning new ways to combine oils for seasons and moods! DIY Diffuser Blend for Winter Positivity: 3 drops orange, 2 bergamot, 1 peppermint. Every time you diffuse, remind yourself: I am choosing ligh...
The Best Winter Essential Oil Diffuser Blends
Books & Journals for Reflection, Hope, and Self-Discovery
Words have healing power. During winter months, when energy turns inward, reading and journaling can offer guidance, companionship, and gentle healing. This section gathers books and journals that help you process emotions, rediscover hope, and invit...
I wrote this book to help guide you through the Winter Blues. It's full of holistic tips, nutrition , aromatherapy and genuinely caring ways to thrive through Winter!
Winter Wellness Workbook: Guide to Thriving
The definitive guide to understanding and treating SAD. You’ll feel seen and supported — science meets compassion here. A great read!
Winter Blues: Everything You Need to... book by Norman E. Rosenthal
Cultivate positivity through daily awareness of beauty and small joys. Gratitude is light you create — one small flicker at a time. Writing in a journal has really helped me!
Green Inspired Simply Grateful Journal: Guided Notebook for Women,
A great book for my Christian friends! Let's pray over it and through it! Prayer has always helped soothe my spirit!
Prayers & Promises for Depression and Anxiety
Red Light & Bright Light Therapy for Restoring Rhythm
Light therapy is one of the most effective, natural ways to treat S.A.D. The goal is to mimic sunlight and reset your body’s internal clock. Red and bright-white light devices stimulate serotonin, regulate melatonin, and help rebalance sleep and ener...
This is a trusted brand for bright light exposure. Use it each morning as your “sunrise ritual” — eyes open, spirit lifting. Pray , meditate and let the light into your heart!
Verilux HappyLight Lucent - One-Touch Light Therapy Daylight Lamp with 10,000 Lux, UV-Free, LED Bright White Light
Essential for a good Winter mood!Red & near-infrared light can enhance mood and cellular energy. Your cells are light-sensitive — give them nourishment from within.
Red Light Therapy for Face and Body, Red Infrared Light Therapy Lamp with Stand Led 660nm & 850nm Infrared Light Device for Body
A quick read to learn how light interacts with your biology deepens your connection to natural rhythms. This is SO interesting - I know light therapy can help you feel better!
Red Light Therapy & Seasonal Affective Disorder: A Functional Approach to Beating the Winter Blues
Cozy Items for Warmth, Comfort, and Sensory Calm
Warmth is medicine. Creating a cozy, nurturing environment can regulate the nervous system and counter feelings of coldness, fatigue, or isolation. This section helps you build a “hygge sanctuary” — soft textures, gentle light, and comforting rituals...
Real benefits! A weighted blanket calms anxiety and promotes deep sleep. It’s more than a blanket — it’s a physical form of reassurance!
Homedics Premium Cozy Calming 15 lb Weighted Blanket 48 x 72 Inches
Add a healing glow to your space. This lamp adds a soft amber glow that eases eyes and minds. When the world feels too bright or too dark, find your balance by setting up a soft cozy corner.
Natural Pink Himalayan Salt Lamp 3-5 Lbs
The best way to keep moisture in the air so you don't get that ‘ dired out’ tired feeling! The warm mist is comforting and beneficial.
HoMedics Top-Fill 70-Hour Warm & Cool Mist Deluxe Ultrasonic Humidifier
An interesting way to navigate seasonal depression! . Research indicates that spending time with houseplants lowers levels of the stress hormone cortisol, reduces worry and improves post-surgical outcomes in hospital patients. Give it a try - bring a...
Indoor Oasis: How Houseplants Transform the Winter Blues | Natural Awakenings Philadelphia
