Do you dread the shorter days, darker mornings, and long nights that come with fall and winter? You’re not alone. Millions of people experience seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and the emotional weight that comes with this time of year.
But what if — like Bilbo Baggins in The Hobbit — you could rewrite your story before the hard season even begins?
In this episode, I share how I took one of my biggest seasonal struggles — gloomy, dark mornings that derail my workouts — and connect with Bilbo by completely rewriting the narrative. With a few intentional changes (think: twinkle lights, sunrise connections, and cozy outdoor workouts), I transformed dread into delight, disconnection into connection, and anxiety into anticipation.
🌅 What you’ll learn:
~Why rewriting your story about a challenge changes everything
~How to reframe seasonal affective disorder with practical, daily rhythms
~Real tools to support your body, mind, and spirit during the darker months
~The “Hobbit framework” for rewriting how you think, feel, and act in any season
Whether you struggle with motivation, mood, or mindset in the fall and winter — this conversation will help you approach the months ahead with more intention, more peace, and even joy.
Question for you: What story do you want to rewrite? Maybe a holiday, a stressful meeting or conversation, maybe you are hosting a holiday and want it to be something you thrive in rather than survive? Drop your reflections in the comments — I’d love to hear them.
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