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67. From Holiday Hustle to Winter Flow: How to Boost Energy and Beat the Winter Blues
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 If the dark mornings, cold weather, and post-holiday slump have you feeling tired, sluggish, or unmotivated — you’re not alone. In part two of the Winter Blues series, Jenny shares simple, practical ways to support your energy during the winter months, especially if you’re working long shifts or juggling the chaos of caregiving.
Learn why your body naturally slows down this time of year, how light and movement impact mood, and what steps you can take to shift from “holiday hustle” into a calmer, healthier winter rhythm.
This episode is full of small, doable habits that help you feel better — without adding more to your plate.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
âś… Why darker days impact your mood, energy, and motivation
âś… How light exposure (even through windows) boosts alertness
✅ Ways to create a simple winter routine that supports—not drains—you
âś… How to rest intentionally rather than collapsing into exhaustion
âś… Why connection is essential when winter makes you want to withdraw
âś… Easy ways to add gentle movement into your day
Takeaways & Action Steps:
- Get 5–10 minutes of natural light or bright window light each morning if possible.
- Build a simple “winter routine” you can do on autopilot on low-energy days.
- Schedule intentional rest — cozy time counts when it’s chosen, not default.
- Connect with one person this week: call, text, or coffee.
- Move your body for at least 3–5 minutes a day (stretching, dancing, or walking).
- Stuck? Book a call! https://calendly.com/jennylytlern/free
If you're feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or like there’s never enough time, I’ve got something just for you! Head to https://selfcareisntselfish.com to grab your FREE copy of my book, Self-Care Isn’t Selfish: The Compassionate Nurse’s Step-by-Step Guide to Personalized Stress Relief. It’s packed with simple, effective strategies to help you prioritize your needs—without guilt—so you can feel energized, focused, and ready to take on the day. Go to https://selfcareisntselfish.comÂ
Feeling stressed? Grab my quick and easy Busy Nurses' Guide to Less Stress for practical stress relief that truly fits into your life! https://www.jennylytle.com/guide
Looking for connection with people who get the stress and self-care struggles of nurses and caregivers? Check out https://thenursesbreakroom.com
Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennylytlern/
More ways to connect here: https://linktr.ee/jennylytle
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By Jenny Lytle. RNSend me a text - make sure to include your full phone number so I can reply (software blocks it) đź’•
 If the dark mornings, cold weather, and post-holiday slump have you feeling tired, sluggish, or unmotivated — you’re not alone. In part two of the Winter Blues series, Jenny shares simple, practical ways to support your energy during the winter months, especially if you’re working long shifts or juggling the chaos of caregiving.
Learn why your body naturally slows down this time of year, how light and movement impact mood, and what steps you can take to shift from “holiday hustle” into a calmer, healthier winter rhythm.
This episode is full of small, doable habits that help you feel better — without adding more to your plate.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
âś… Why darker days impact your mood, energy, and motivation
âś… How light exposure (even through windows) boosts alertness
✅ Ways to create a simple winter routine that supports—not drains—you
âś… How to rest intentionally rather than collapsing into exhaustion
âś… Why connection is essential when winter makes you want to withdraw
âś… Easy ways to add gentle movement into your day
Takeaways & Action Steps:
- Get 5–10 minutes of natural light or bright window light each morning if possible.
- Build a simple “winter routine” you can do on autopilot on low-energy days.
- Schedule intentional rest — cozy time counts when it’s chosen, not default.
- Connect with one person this week: call, text, or coffee.
- Move your body for at least 3–5 minutes a day (stretching, dancing, or walking).
- Stuck? Book a call! https://calendly.com/jennylytlern/free
If you're feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or like there’s never enough time, I’ve got something just for you! Head to https://selfcareisntselfish.com to grab your FREE copy of my book, Self-Care Isn’t Selfish: The Compassionate Nurse’s Step-by-Step Guide to Personalized Stress Relief. It’s packed with simple, effective strategies to help you prioritize your needs—without guilt—so you can feel energized, focused, and ready to take on the day. Go to https://selfcareisntselfish.comÂ
Feeling stressed? Grab my quick and easy Busy Nurses' Guide to Less Stress for practical stress relief that truly fits into your life! https://www.jennylytle.com/guide
Looking for connection with people who get the stress and self-care struggles of nurses and caregivers? Check out https://thenursesbreakroom.com
Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennylytlern/
More ways to connect here: https://linktr.ee/jennylytle