How Do You Relax in Winter?

It's cold outside, the days are short, and you just want to stay home. It can be tempting to sleep in all morning, spend the day in your pyjamas and order comfort food right to your door. Although this might be fun for a while, maintaining these habits all winter can impact your mental wellbeing.

We've put together some easy ways you can relax and enjoy your time at home this winter.

Tidy Up

This might be the last thing you want to do on a cold day but getting started by cleaning up your space will do wonders for your stress levels.

Being able to clear the clutter from your home will help clear the clutter from your mind so you can enjoy your relaxation time in a beautiful, clean home.

De-Stress

Doing something for yourself will improve your mood and help you recharge your batteries. Here are some of our favourite ways you can slow down and relax this season:

Yoga

It's important to keep our bodies moving all year-round. Yoga is the perfect indoor activity to get that exercise even when it's freezing outside.

Meditate

The same way summer bodies are made in winter, our mind needs some extra TLC during these darker months. Even just ten minutes a day can help boost your mood.

Take A Bath

There's nothing quite like relaxing in a warm bath. Add some fragrances and bubbles, relax your muscles and give yourself that well-deserved quiet time.

Unwind With A Book

It's the perfect time to cuddle up on the couch and read that book that's been sitting on your bedside table for months.

Get Cosy

We love getting cosy in winter! The joy of lighting a scented candle, sipping on a cup of hot chocolate, dimming the lights and curling up with your extra soft blanket can both calm you and boost your levels of happiness.

Adding soft textures and furnishings like sheer curtains to your home will help your home feel cosy in no time.

Keep A Bedtime Routine

Keeping a peaceful bedtime routine during winter will ensure you wake up feeling rejuvenated every morning, even when you have to get up before the sun does.

We all know the blue light from screens can mess with our sleep schedule and avoiding them for at least half an hour before bed will improve sleep. But did you know that exposing yourself to as much sunlight as possible during the day in winter will help regulate your body for restful sleep?

The reduced hours of daylight in winter can leave us feeling sluggish, whereas soaking up sunlight helps keep your bio clock in sync. Program your window coverings to open first thing in the morning to let the sunlight in and stimulate your mind, boost energy levels and advance mental function.

If you're interested in utilising your blinds or curtains to help you relax this winter, speak to your local Somfy Expert today.