Staving off the Darkness of Shorter, Winter Days

Staving off the Darkness of Shorter, Winter Days

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Whether we notice it or not we’re all experiencing a major physiological shift as shorter days and decreasing melatonin throw-off our circadian rhythm. The winter solstice is coming and has already been lengthening nights. So, how do “you” deal with the change? Local writer Ellen Blum Barish shares her revelation.

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So, how do you feel about the shorter days? And if you’re stuck in the doldrums, what are you doing to get yourself out of it?

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