To all my girlies in a funk (or not) ♥️
Two things can be true at once, dealing with seasonal depression and feeling a shell of the person you are the other 7-8 months of the year & understanding that it gets worse if you let it win. Routine for me is SO important. Moving my body is crucial, and I really have been trying to spend less time on screens.
I think especially being on the biggest high of my life Sept- mid October from Wedding and honeymoon, the comedown SD combo has been gnarly.
And when part of my job is to show up for clients and the other part is to show up on the internet, when you don’t feel like yourself it’s hard to do 🫶🏼 but you guys get me ! So I don’t know why I’ve been so scared. I thought I would just wait until I felt fun and fancy free again to show up fully, but that may not be until June - so you just get me I am !
Xoxo ✨💕 jealous of all you sunshine babies 😚
Things I love:
my @Nespresso
@fairlife for extra protein in my coffees :)
sweatsuits from @Oner Active ‘esther’
@HexClad pans. I stg they feel brand new even a year later it’s insane. I am devoted
@Beekman 1802 milkshake (this is my third bottle I am Obsessed)
@Hero Cosmetics pimple patches for always. They are the best ones I’ve tried that are undetectable and WORK.
@L’Oréal Paris Lumi glowtion is so dang easy to use and makes me feel a little bit more alive 😚
From my personal experience with seasonal depression, one powerful strategy is establishing a consistent routine—even when you don’t feel up to it. Setting a wake-up time, like joining the "2026 AM club," really helps me signal to my brain that the day has begun and that I intend to make the most of it. It’s okay to wake up a little later than usual, like 10:30 AM, but avoiding the trap of lingering in bed until afternoon is crucial. I find that simply getting up and moving around, even with a gentle workout, can shift my mood significantly. Another coping method that’s helped me is reducing screen time. When you're feeling down, mindless scrolling or binge-watching TV can deepen the feeling of being stuck. Instead, I challenge myself to stay screen-free for parts of the day. Engaging in a calm, creative activity like learning continental knitting has been surprisingly therapeutic. It allows me to focus on something tactile and absorbent, giving my mind a gentle distraction without overstimulation. Product-wise, I’m devoted to my Nespresso for its comforting ritual of making coffee, complemented by Fairlife for an extra protein boost. Using favorite items like HexClad pans and Beekman 1802 milkshake adds comforting normalcy to my day. Hero Cosmetics pimple patches have been a small but effective confidence booster when dealing with skin issues. And the easy-to-apply L’Oréal Paris Lumi Glowtion adds a bit of glow, which helps me feel a little more alive and present even on tough days. Seasonal depression often feels invalidating because others may say "just snap out of it," but it’s not that simple. I remind myself that it’s okay for my brain to operate differently during these months. What matters is the small daily choices—like getting out of bed, moving my body, staying screen-free for a while, and using tools that bring me comfort—that accumulate to make a real difference. Lastly, it’s important to be patient and gentle with yourself. Some days will be harder than others, and that’s okay. Sharing these experiences and routines with others who "get it" helps reduce isolation. If you’re going through something similar, know that you’re not alone, and these small steps can help manage the ups and downs until brighter days arrive.