Yeah its finally here, the day we can actually see more light at the end of the tunnel. Okay so you may not be driving in a tunnel tonight around 6:00pm but you will notice we have more light to enjoy. Each March we make better use of the light and move it from the morning to the evening giving us the opportunity to feel more energized at the end of the day. Between now and approximately June 20 "summer solstice" we will gain around 3 hours and 33 minutes of light. Nothing is better then driving home after a long day of work and seeing the sunlight leading you home.
When we start to shift from the dark days of Winter to the brighter days of Spring we notice a shift in our moods and strip away the feeling of SAD "seasonal affective disorder". When we lack light we feel an imbalance and a feeling of tiredness, sadness and maybe even a heavy heart. Yes I know as some of you shared with me this morning before class about how you felt tired from being anxious about falling asleep last night and then trying to get a sleep and then worrying you wouldn't wake up. Yes I was on the same page and today I feel like I was up all night dancing till dawn. The cure, stand outside tonight around 5:30-6:00 for a few minutes facing the sun. This helps to reset your internal clock and also boost your vitamin D. Light is a nature therapy bringing energy, alertness and activity to all the energy centers of our body. Its similar to lighting a candle and feeling relaxed as you enjoy looking at the glow. Sunlight also fills us with renewed energy and a deeper sense of self. Nothing is better then a happy dose of natural sunlight to brighten your heart.
Spring begins March 20th!!!!!
