052: How Seasonal Changes Affects Executive Functioning, Mood, and Motivation: Strategies to Work with your Energy this Winter

As the days get shorter and darker, it’s completely normal to notice changes in your energy, focus, and motivation — but most of us forget to adjust our expectations to match what’s actually going on. In this episode, I’m talking about how seasonal shifts impact your brain and your executive functioning skills, and how you can work with the season instead of pushing against it.Whether you love or hate winter (or live somewhere warm), this episode will help you understand why things might feel harder right now — and what you can do to make things feel easier.What you’ll learn in this episode:Why your energy, motivation, and focus naturally shift during seasonal changesHow winter affects executive functioning and what that might look like day to dayCommon areas where you may need to adjust expectations (like mornings, routines, and “productivity”)Simple ways to create “winter versions” of your routines and self-care habitsHow to practice self-compassion and redefine productivity during slower seasonsHost: Sarah Lovell, Executive Function & ADHD CoachResources Mentioned:You can find the Big Blanket Co Hoodie I mentioned here. This is my FAVORITE thing to wear in the winter when I want to be cozy! Episode 33: How to create routines that you actually stick to: Morning routines for ADHDGet your Free ADHD Action Plan Connect with Sarah Lovell: Website: Executive Functioning FirstInstagram: @executivefunctioningfirstMusic by: AudioCoffee, Inspirational BackgroundI use affiliate links for my fave products that I use and trust. If you click and purchase, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.