- If the weather is warm and sunny - I feel energized and ready to go.
- If the weather is cloudy and gloomy - I feel very tired - not in the mood for much.
- If the weather is cold and sunny - I still feel like getting out and on the go
- If the weather is cold and rainy - Forget it - I would rather stay in my bed where it is warm and dry - unfortunately this can lead to useless eating to help fill the void of not getting out and doing something.
- And Stormy Rainy Days - These should be declared stay at home days too! They are only good for the foliage and other outdoor creatures in need of watering and cleansing.
I guess we are no different than plants - To feel healthy, we need sunshine and exercise to feel energized. Rest is important, but to much can leave you feeling gloomy - Cold, dark and damp weather keeps us confined and restless - it can also lead to depression because of the lack of sun and fresh air. I guess you could say the same happens to the plants when they go dormant in the winter - but come spring when the sun is shining and the skies are blue, they rise & shine and burst into color.
But what do the experts have to say about it?
Here are some links to view to find out the answers:
http://psychcentral.com/blog/archives/2008/11/09/weather-can-change-your-mood/
http://psychcentral.com/library/seasonal_affective.htm
http://www.fitsugar.com/Signs-Symptoms-Seasonal-Affective-Disorder-SAD-12332814
http://www.webmd.com/balance/news/20081016/how-the-weather-affects-our-moods
Simple Test - Take a look at each of the photos below.
What is your first initial mood/feeling when you look at them as though you were looking outside your window?
I would be willing to say, no matter what the weather temperature
If there were sunshine present with a little breeze
We would all be out there doing something and feeling good!
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