Avoid the Winter Blahs

We all know it’s coming….dark days and long nights. For some people Winter brings with it SAD, or seasonal adjustment disorder. Makes you feel sad, sapped of energy and a craving to just hide away from the world. Not being bears, hibernating isn’t possible for most of us, so make your home as cozy and bright as you can to fight off the bleakness and avoid the winter blahs.

Here's a few extra tips to keep in mind this season when you're feeling not quite yourself! If you aren’t bathed in much natural light at home, you can purchase special light bulbs that mimic daylight and help to ward off SAD syndrome. Brighten up your space with rich colours. Jewel tones are hot and they add loads of warmth and luxury to a space. Drape your sofa or chairs in faux furs or velvet throws. Use multi- directional floor lamps to enhance dark corners without crowding your floor space. Add artwork that you truly love and de-clutter your surfaces so you don’t feel overwhelmed with stuff. Give yourself and your home some breathing space. Above all, make your home YOUR comfort zone. It will be your refuge from Old Man Winter.