Sure up the Foundation: Strategies for Coping with a Pandemic in Winter

          I’m not a fan of looking for silver linings during tragedies or hard times. It’s invalidating to dismiss the pain of a situation by looking on the brightside. You need to feel anger, sadness, disappointment, to get through a hard time. But only staying in the difficult feelings isn’t healthy either. 

          Intentional self-care is more important than ever as the pandemic ramps up again.  On top of political divisiveness and countries are starting to shut down. In Maine, our long and cold winter is on the horizon. Winter for anyone living above the Mason-Dixon line can be difficult on our moods. It can be an isolating time without social distancing.

​          It's imperative that you take care of yourself this winter if you are prone to seasonal affective mood challenges.

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