And for those that do suffer from depression no matter the season, these dark months can be especially challenging. For those that don’t typically suffer from depression, this grey season can seem overwhelmingly dark (both environmentally and emotionally), which throws us into a tailspin. But seasonal depression is a bit more than just being introspective and seasonally reclusive. It sure is a beautiful thing to give ones self permission to do nothing and rest like many of the other creatures in the natural world. I welcome the season to hideaway, cozy up, and let life be quiet. Generally, I view winter as an invitation to slow down and be introspective. Or, perhaps seasonal depression, which is a very real thing and something to take seriously. I recognize what’s been happening here - it’s the mid-winter blues.
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