The winter season can be a very beautiful time if we allow it to be, but sometimes the inevitable winter blues can hit very hard. With more rainy days and rain, you may not feel your best during the winter season.
It is important to know how to overcome the changed emotions that may come from the cold weather, and here are some tips on how to do just that:
Embrace the changed season:
This may sound difficult, but learning how to embrace the cold and gloomy weather is actually possible. Try to enjoy how much you treasure a hot drink in the cold, the big puffer jackets, and the woolly gloves that keep your hands warm
Staying fashionable, and comfortable:
Although fashion is very important to express your individuality, it is important to understand that being comfortable and warm when you are going out is actually a lot more beneficial than looking good for an Instagram photo. Choose clothes that you still enjoy wearing, and are sure to keep you warm and cosy when you have gone out.
Venturing out:
Once you have seen a different side to winter, and have the perfect outfit to go out in, you can start looking around for events you may wish to attend. Look around for any local communities or small businesses that might be hosting winter events, and if you can support them that would be fantastic.
Appreciating the inside:
However, if you simply prefer being at home or can not go out, there are multiple things that you can do in the comfort of your own home. For example: you could build a blanket fort to watch your favourite movies, bake your favourite dessert, learn a new craft, and the list goes on.
Cara Hollins, pictured above, said that “Self-care and care for those around you are incredibly important, especially during the winter.” I hope that these tips will help you embrace the cold weather and gloomy days in a much more positive light.
By Laura Piekarz
St Catherine's School, Twickenham
