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In this episode I show off just how cool it is to talk about mental health. From experience and intense research, I offer insight as to what anxiety and seasonal depression might feel like. 

Anxiety examples:

• rapid heartrate
• sweating
• tremors
• worry, fear
• GI issues, headaches
• overthinking/analyzing
• poor concentration
• irritability

SAD/ Seasonal Affective Disorder/ Seasonal Depression "Blues"

• prolonged sadness
• loss of appetite or sleep, or opposite
• lethargy, low energy, sluggish
• loss of interest in activities
• feeling hopeless or worthless
• unable to label feelings at all

I explain causes for these seasonal low moments; less sunlight leading to disruption in circadian rhythm, lowered serotonin and melatonin levels. These three changes in the body can trigger depression and irregular patterns in sleep and mood. 

Then, I offer ways to combat any seasonal change in the mind or body;

• Get sunshine, bundle up and go outside
• Drink more water
• Eat warming whole foods
• Cleaning out spaces
• Talk to someone/ start therapy
• Affirmations
  • I will bask in this time for transformation.
  • I feel strong and resilient through any and all change.
  • I am giving myself permission to rest when I need it.
• Give yourself grace and compassion for little things
  • getting out of bed
  • completing a task
  • socializing
• Less scrolling!! 

Alli also tapped in to the conversation to help me summarize the Mental Makeover Plunge this past weekend. We shared how amazing it was to see such a huge crowd out for a mental health cause. In addition, we expressed the comfort in seeing community and plunging with others. I discuss my own experiences with cold plunging over the past year, the major benefits and how to get started. If you want to purchase an IcePod click here. You can also begin by setting the shower on cold for 10 seconds and just like plunging work your way up to 1-3 minutes. 

Overall... be well and love yourself!

"Facts are not feelings"

Xo,

Daria