Living Psyched: The Weather Outside is Frightful, But We can Make Our Mood Delightful

Join hosts Paul Wagner and Ray Christner as they explore how seasonal changes impact our mood, productivity, and mental health. In this Living Psych episode, they discuss how shifts in daylight, weather, and daily routines can affect everyone and offer practical strategies to help you stay balanced during these transitions.Throughout the episode, Paul and Ray unpack the biological effects of reduced sunlight on our serotonin and melatonin levels, and the impact this has on mood. They emphasize the importance of maintaining a routine, staying active, and being mindful of eating habits as the seasons shift. Additionally, they explore tools like light therapy and the role of good sleep hygiene in combating seasonal blues. The conversation also touches on how essential social connection and intentional self-care become during colder, darker months, especially when it feels easier to withdraw.Whether you're experiencing seasonal affective disorder or simply notice a decline in energy as the days get shorter, this episode provides valuable insights to help you navigate these changes with purpose.Tune in now to learn how to manage seasonal shifts and boost your emotional well-being!Brightminds AdPAR Ad This episode is brought to you by PAR.Explore the AI Report Writer here:https://www.parinc.com/product/ai-report-writer?utm_campaign=38111624-Psyched%20to%20Practice%202026&utm_source=P2P%20Podcast&utm_medium=Related%20PodcastsLearn more about the RIAS-2 NU here:https://www.parinc.com/product/groups/rias-rist-assessments?utm_campaign=38111624-Psyched%20to%20Practice%202026&utm_source=P2P%20Podcast&utm_medium=Related%20PodcastsTo hear more and stay up to date with Paul Wagner, MS, LPC and Ray Christner, Psy.D., NCSP, ABPP visit our website at: http://www.psychedtopractice.com “Be well, and stay psyched"