How to make the most of winter
There are some people that relish at the thought of winter.
They love the solitude and peace the season provides, but while some may rejoice others suffer from winter blues.
Winter doesn’t have to give you a feeling of impending doom.
It’s a time to spend indoors with your family around a crackling fireplace, sip hot chocolate and curl up under the covers with a good read.
Here are a few ways to spice up your winter.
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A coffee a day keeps the burden at bay. What’s better than spending your time surrounded by beauty while sipping on some hot coffee.
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Dance classes
Voltaire was quoted as saying,’Let us read and let us dance these two amusements will never do harm to the world.’ Whether you can move like Jagger or you have two left feet, you can join a dancing class that’ll help you learn the latest trends. You can learn to tango, learn to swag or salsa. Taking dancing classes is a fun way to beat stress, boost your confidence and learn the latest hottest moves. And you’ll kill two birds with one stone, you’ll get to exercise and still have fun at the same time. And practice makes perfect. Who knows, you may just give Beyonce a run for her money with your flawless dance moves. Sometimes you have to just let go and dance like nobody’s watching, even if it’s cold outside.
TV marathon
Pringles had a popular slogan in the 90’s which said, ‘Once you pop you can’t stop’. They were referring to their potato crisps of course, but many of us have the same craving when we find a really good TV show. It’s always a case of just one more episode and then I’ll stop, and of course, one episode turns into the entire season. If you’re a binge watcher and love series, then you could curl up on your couch with your pyjamas and get lost in a TV marathon. And you can make the experience more magical with a home theatre sound system from eHome, which will make you feel like you’re at the cinema.
Spa
For some people, a spa is the answer to everything. Whether you’ve had a terrible breakup, a fight with your best friend or just got fired, many would agree a spa heals all wounds. Going to the spa lowers stress levels and allows you to escape and forget about anything you might be going through. For those few minutes as the masseuse rubs their hands on your back, you drift off to la-la land and even forget your existence. Going to the spa is a perfect winter treat and will leave you feeling rejuvenated and refreshed.
Indoor rock climbing
Winter doesn’t mean you don’t have to be active. If you love the thrill of an adventure, you could grab your friends and spend the day rock climbing indoors. If it’s raining outside and climbing helps you relax you don’t have to miss out on your hobby just because it’s pouring with rain.
Read
Zone out and take a break from social media, your boyfriend, and forget you have a job by losing yourself in a good book. Winter is the perfect excuse to spend endless hours during the weekend turning the pages and getting engrossed in a novel you can’t put down.
Beat the blues
People who suffer from SAD (seasonal affective disorder) often find the prospect of winter daunting and draining. SAD is a type of depression which occurs during certain seasons. If you suffer from SAD you should spend as much time outside as you can, and draw back the curtains so light can come into your room.
Walk
Dust off your leather boots, pile on layers of clothing and enjoy the crisp cool air. In winter you can talk long walks and enjoy the sound of wind brushing up against the leaves. It’ll be a sure way to improve your mood and help you get some exercise. And you also gain health benefits such as strengthened heart and toned legs.
Defy gravity
If you want to enjoy an active outing and get the blood pumping why don’t you visit the Rush trampoline park. You’ll get to jump and bounce on the trampoline. And the fun doesn’t end there, you can also play dodgeball games or challenge your friends to a basketball game. If you’re craving an adrenaline rush that’ll be a fun way to beat the winter blues.
In winter days are shorter as it gets dark outside quickly and the temperature drops. But that’s no reason not to enjoy yourself and make fun-filled memories. You can enjoy this winter season by following some of these handy tips.