11/2 - Falling Back with Grace: How to Care for Your Mind During the Time Change
Falling Back with Grace: How to Care for Your Mind During the Time Change Every year, as the clocks turn back an hour in the Fall, we "gain" an extra hour. Most of us welcome this time change, because we love the idea of getting even a little more sleep. But for many people, the shift that comes with the end of Daylight Savings Time brings more than just darker evenings, but it also brings changes in mood, energy, or even motivation. I know that for myself, this time of year feels a little depressing. And I often wonder if I am experiencing a low key version of Seasonal Affective Disorder. This time change can subtly affect your mental and emotional rhythm. Here's how to make the most of the transition and care for yourself (and your family) as your body & mind adjusts to the change. 1. Be Kind to Your Internal Clock Our bodies thrive on routine, and even that one hour difference can throw things off more than we expect. You...
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