Episode 496: Keeping your Spirits up Through the Winter Months

Ever feel the winter blues creeping in as the days get shorter? Rebecca and Seth open up about what it really takes to keep your spirits high through dark evenings, time changes, and holiday stress with laughter, love, and plenty of cozy rituals. Rebecca shares how she refuses to let the cold months pull her down, offering heartfelt and practical ways to protect your mood. From celebrating winter birthdays and creating warm traditions to avoiding the venting trap, she shows how to turn the season into a time of joy instead of dread. Seth adds humor and perspective, reminding us that attitude shapes everything, including how we experience winter. Together, they remind listeners that community and connection make all the difference, especially when the days grow darker.Key Takeaways:→ Make small plans to look forward to, such as dinners, family game nights, or mini adventures→ Romanticize winter with blankets, popcorn, hot chocolate, and movies→ Avoid the venting cycle by shifting to solutions and gratitude→ Get fresh air and sunlight whenever possible→ Protect your mood like a glass house and keep outside chaos from breaking in→ Talk to people who love the season because positivity is contagiousQuotes:💬 “Protect your mood like a glass house—don’t let the cold or chaos break in.” – Rebecca Greene💬 “You can decide it affects you—or decide it doesn’t.” – Seth GreeneCall to Action:If you loved this episode, share it with a friend who could use a little light this winter 💕Join the Whinypaluza Mom Community on Facebook for free monthly challenges, support, and inspiration, and follow Rebecca across all her platforms here:👉 https://linktr.ee/whinypaluzamom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices