Think you can power through winter with the same routine you had in July? Think again. In this episode of The Wellness Effect, we're breaking down why fighting the seasons is sabotaging your energy, hormones, and overall health—and how leaning into nature's rhythm can completely transform how you feel.

From the nutrition codes hidden in seasonal foods to why your body is literally begging you to sleep more when it's dark at 4 PM, we unpack the science behind circadian health and give you practical ways to work with your body instead of against it. Whether you're struggling with seasonal depression, confused about morning sunlight when the sun doesn't rise until 8:30 AM, or just exhausted from trying to maintain summer productivity in the middle of winter, this conversation will shift your entire perspective on what it means to actually support your body year-round.

What we discuss:

[00:13:38] - The foundation of circadian rhythm

[00:15:16] - Why the seasons aren't happening TO you

[00:17:14] - Movement strategies for winter (when 8 PM walks turn into pitch-black rain sessions)

[00:19:10] - The light codes in your food (and why pineapple in December is working against you)

[00:20:48] - The September 1st stew phenomenon

[00:22:13] - What to do when morning sunlight is literally impossible

[00:24:45] - Sunrise eyes over perfect sunlight

[00:26:40] - The $100 circadian investment that changes everything

[00:28:05] - The blue light debate for early risers

[00:30:40] The 20-minute planning session that gives you 20 hours back

Key Takeaways:

• Your digestion actually slows down in winter when you don't have as much sunlight fueling metabolism - which is why your body naturally craves warmer, cooked foods over raw salads
• The seasonal foods growing in your region at any given time are the exact foods your body is best equipped to digest at that time - Mother Earth isn't just pretty, she's strategic
• Trying to maintain your summer schedule and productivity levels through winter is like fighting your body's internal wisdom - you'll just end up exhausted by February wondering why "rest" isn't working

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