Do you struggle with the clocks changing or Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)?
Overnight on Saturday, the clocks go back by one hour. Whilst this means an ‘extra’ hour in bed on Sunday, these time changes can impact your body’s natural rhythm. Here’s a few things you can do…
Adjust your sleep time gradually
Over the next few days, change your sleep time gradually by 15 mins each night (stay up an extra 15 minutes later and get up 15 minutes earlier), so that by Sunday evening, you will be adjusted to the new bedtime.
Change your clocks on Saturday
A lot of our devices will change automatically, but anything that doesn’t, try to change it over on Saturday. Don’t forget things like your heating, your oven, car etc.!
Listen to your body
Your body is used to a routine, and if you do find any shifts in this affect you, try to listen to what is best - if you usually go to bed at 10pm and you are feeling tired by the ‘new 9pm’, go to bed! You will gradually get used to the time change and it’s better not to force it.
Make the most of natural light
Even though you may not have as much time to do so, try to still get outside when you can.If you find that it’s dark when you leave the house and also when you get home - make extra effort to get outside during your lunch break to enjoy the Winter sun.
Try Acupuncture!
If you struggle with the Autumn / Winter season or Seasonal Affective Disorder then acupuncture can help you. Studies have shown that acupuncture can help lift anxiety and depression associated with the change in season. Treatment around these seasonal shifts can help rebalance the body and mind and giving a renewed sense of energy and brightness to get through winter. Get in touch to find out how it can help you…
