Coronavirus Pandemic Day 321 - Surviving the WInter Blues

We're closing in on the end of the first month of 2021. 25,374,301 known cases of COVID-19. 423,611 known dead from the disease. The thing that sticks out to me? California had to temporarily lift EPA emissions standards on all their crematoriums because of the sheer volume of bodies they are dealing with.

Think about that for a minute.

It's been almost a year since the lockdowns in the U.S. began. The fact that it's the middle of winter is not helping. A lot of people like me suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder, aka SAD. Being trapped in your home is bad enough. Adding a huge layer of depression on top of things is not helping.

What do I do to cope? Here's a list of what helps me. This is not medical advice. If you're having seriously issues dealing, please, PLEASE talk to your doctor!

1) If you've got a fireplace, light the fire. The warmth and flames gives me a cheery feeling. Candles work in a pinch.

2) Chocolate, especially dark chocolate. A little treat will lift my mood because it contains the same chemicals the body produces when we are in love.

3) A humorous book, movie, or TV show. My go-to's are Irresistible? by Stephanie Bond, The Wedding Singer, and The Big Bang Theory or Friends.

Just remember to wear your mask and socially distance, even if you've gotten your vaccination. We CAN get through this if we look out for each other!