… that is, writing a blog on positive thinking. Life is challenging enough without going around being plain miserable all the time, and I am a firm believer that you can Choose Your Own Attitude (more on that in another post).
This blog is intended to keep me positive, and hopefully for that to rub off on anyone reading it. There are many things in my life to be thankful for, and I intend to use this blog to explore them and shed more light on the human condition in the process.
Talking of light, according to timeanddate.com, on 7th February the sun will rise at 7.29am and will set at 5.01pm; and this is a significant turning point to my mind. I’m not sure whether I do actually suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder or if I’m just plain grumpy, but I like a nice light sunny morning, and the longer evenings that are just starting to emerge will very soon make a steaming mug of tea on Sandbanks beach after work enticingly possible.
We’ve had the light box down from the loft this winter; light is allegedly good for us and plays a major role in our well being. According to the experts, morning light stimulates our pineal gland in the brain which then secretes serotonin; serotonin reduces our melatonin levels, a hormone that helps us sleep. And as most of us are aware, higher serotonin levels are linked to increased mood and energy levels. That’s the theory anyway, so if Morning Light selfishly decides to go on a Southern Hemisphere retreat, a light box is always an option. Works for me!
Sarah’s Positive Top Tips
#1 Feed the birds.
In spite of only spotting one measly robin in my hour time-slot during the RSPB Bird Watch, it has steadily become a loyal gardening companion and I’m really starting to enjoy its regular appearances on my feeding station. I reckon I could get it to take live mealworms from my hand in time… now that’s definitely something to look forward to!
