'Tis the Season [2025 Re-Post] | Praise Podcast

No, not that season, but it's getting closer and it's important to be ready for its traveling companion. Tune in for what it is and how best to prepare.

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00:00:00 --> 00:00:00 No,

00:00:01 --> 00:00:02 not that season,

00:00:02 --> 00:00:04 but it's getting closer,

00:00:04 --> 00:00:07 and it's important to be ready for its traveling companion.

00:00:08 --> 00:00:12 Tune in for what it is and how best to prepare.

00:00:13 --> 00:00:17 Hello,

00:00:17 --> 00:00:19 and welcome to Momo 634,

00:00:19 --> 00:00:24 the daily podcast chock-full of faith-filled inspiration and motivation.

00:00:25 --> 00:00:27 Please like, share, and subscribe.

00:00:28 --> 00:00:33 MOMO 634 Motivational moments just for today.

00:00:48 --> 00:00:49 Every year,

00:00:49 --> 00:00:50 like clockwork,

00:00:51 --> 00:00:51 pun intended,

00:00:52 --> 00:00:56 many around the world deal with the effects of seasonal

00:00:56 --> 00:00:57 affective disorder,

00:00:58 --> 00:00:59 known by its acronym,

00:00:59 --> 00:01:00 SAD.

00:01:01 --> 00:01:06 It often occurs as days get shorter and exacerbated by the time change.

00:01:07 --> 00:01:11 If you are one of the many who suffer from this annually,

00:01:11 --> 00:01:12 you are not alone.

00:01:13 --> 00:01:18 Here are some tips to prepare now before depression can rob you

00:01:18 --> 00:01:19 of your energy and

00:01:19 --> 00:01:21 you fall into its lethargy.

00:01:23 --> 00:01:23 1.

00:01:24 --> 00:01:28 Make sure if you take medication for mood disorders that you

00:01:28 --> 00:01:30 have your meds and

00:01:30 --> 00:01:31 that you have refills left.

00:01:32 --> 00:01:37 And if you need lab work or a doctor's visit to obtain those refills,

00:01:37 --> 00:01:39 schedule those appointments now.

00:01:40 --> 00:01:44 Mental wellness visits or even visits to a primary care doctor

00:01:45 --> 00:01:46 during flu season

00:01:46 --> 00:01:48 can have lengthy wait times.

00:01:48 --> 00:01:49 And,

00:01:49 --> 00:01:49 of course,

00:01:50 --> 00:01:54 take those medications as prescribed or supplements used under

00:01:54 --> 00:01:55 your doctor's care.

00:01:56 --> 00:02:01 Be sure to set alarms if needed to ensure a consistent schedule.

00:02:03 --> 00:02:18 2.

00:02:03 --> 00:02:07 I have linked the previous episode dedicated to SADD on the

00:02:07 --> 00:02:09 Substack site because

00:02:09 --> 00:02:12 in our home we have a light therapy box,

00:02:13 --> 00:02:18 a vital tool in the fight against SADD.

00:02:18 --> 00:02:18 3.

00:02:19 --> 00:02:20 Plan for exercise.

00:02:21 --> 00:02:25 With weather changes, it's all too easy to skip a workout.

00:02:26 --> 00:02:28 And with the lethargy mentioned already,

00:02:28 --> 00:02:33 it's harder to work up the gotta needed to keep to a routine.

00:02:34 --> 00:02:37 There are a number of apps and videos online for simple home

00:02:37 --> 00:02:39 workout routines and

00:02:39 --> 00:02:41 equipment using the things you have around your house.

00:02:42 --> 00:02:44 Gamify it if you have to.

00:02:46 --> 00:02:47 These are the big three,

00:02:47 --> 00:02:51 but of course there are other things one can and should do,

00:02:52 --> 00:02:56 such as meal prepping healthy meals for days you can't or don't

00:02:56 --> 00:02:57 want to cook,

00:02:57 --> 00:02:59 talking to friends who can check in with you,

00:03:00 --> 00:03:04 and creating an action plan in concert with your therapist,

00:03:04 --> 00:03:04 etc.

00:03:05 --> 00:03:09 Check out the episode linked as well as our resources for World

00:03:09 --> 00:03:11 Mental Health Day last year.

00:03:12 --> 00:03:17 Proverbs 6, 6-8 extols the virtues of preparation.

00:03:18 --> 00:03:21 Walk in the manner of the ant, O slacker.

00:03:21 --> 00:03:23 Observe its ways and become wise.

00:03:24 --> 00:03:25 Without a commander,

00:03:26 --> 00:03:28 without an overseer or ruler,

00:03:29 --> 00:03:31 it prepares its provisions in summer.

00:03:31 --> 00:03:33 It gathers its food at harvest.

00:03:35 --> 00:03:36 Our meme for today says,

00:03:37 --> 00:03:38 even when it's dark,

00:03:39 --> 00:03:40 the sun,

00:03:40 --> 00:03:41 S-O-N,

00:03:42 --> 00:03:43 still shines.

00:03:44 --> 00:03:48 If you are a sufferer of seasonal affective disorder,

00:03:48 --> 00:03:50 what are your go-to tips?

00:03:51 --> 00:03:52 Comment below.

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