With the arrival of the cold of autumn and winter and the reduction in hours of sunshine, the metabolism is delayed and can cause discouragement. Who likes it to be completely dark at 18pm? Surely no one. The few hours of daylight, the wind, the rain and the cold often affect people's moods.
In this post we tell you some tips to avoid all the effects that the arrival of low temperatures can cause you.
The weather can have some negative effects on our bodies, and especially on mental health. Some things like mood, energy, and stress levels are directly affected by these changes.
We all experience that exposure to the sun and moderate temperatures make us feel more comfortable, and therefore makes us feel better. frame of mind. On the contrary, when the weather is extreme, whether due to temperature (very hot or cold) or due to meteorological phenomena, spending a long time exposed to rain, fog or humidity, causes us to be in a worse mood. This state can even increase our aggressiveness and raise conflicts.
The shortening of days in winter can trigger greater sadness y less energy, since the brain at night sends signals that the body needs to rest. And as far as storms are concerned, their respective drop in atmospheric pressure generates a feeling of nervousness and restlessness, causing Stress, including physical symptoms such as migraines or discomfort around scars or injuries.
Having mentioned the negative effects that climate change can cause, we leave you the following tips to reduce its impact on our mood.
- Eat foods high in minerals Such as eggs, oily fish, cereals or nuts, among others, stimulate the production of serotonin, the hormone of happiness.
- Take deep, conscious breaths. Meditation and yoga can help you learn to control your breathing, helping to control and relieve stress.
- Positive mentality, when the weather is rainy, turn around and think positive thoughts. Don't let bad weather stop your plans, this will make you happier.
- Make your home a nice space, keep him acclimatized and look for alternative home plans. Home cinema sessions, board games or karaoke, among others, are a great option when the weather is very adverse.
Winter causes our habits and customs to change, consciously taking care of yourself with a balanced diet, staying active, sleeping more and following the tips mentioned above can reduce stress and minimize risks.
