Holiday Blues: When the Season Feels Heavy Instead of Joyful

The holidays don’t feel joyful for everyone — and there are real biological and emotional reasons why.Shorter days, less sunlight, disrupted routines, grief, loneliness, and added pressure can all affect mood this time of year. For some, that shift shows up as seasonal blues or seasonal affective symptoms.In this episode of Fuller Living, Dr. Sarah Ashitey — board-certified family physician and health & life coach — explains how biology and environment intersect during the holidays, and shares gentle, realistic ways to support mood and emotional resilience.This isn’t about forcing positivity. It’s about understanding what your nervous system is responding to — and meeting yourself with compassion.🎧 Listen now — and if you’re ready to reset your health and habits heading into the new year, join my free webinar The Reset at drashitey.com/thereset.