In this episode, Sarah and Ashley dive into Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)- what it is, how it shows up, and ways to cope.
They unpack the symptoms and different types of SAD while offering practical tips like working on sleep hygiene, light therapy, better sleep habits, and when to seek extra support.
Ashley normalizes the tough emotions that can come with SAD and shares ways to face the changing seasons with hope and proactive care.
If winter blues feel familiar, this episode will leave you feeling seen and supported.
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