Boost Productivity and Well-being in Life after Kids: Embracing Seasonal Changes

Life after Kids with Drs. Brooke and Lynne

Have you ever noticed that your productivity and mood naturally ebb and flow with the seasons? And as when we turn the clocks back, heading full steam into winter months and less daylight, it may become increasingly harder to remain upbeat and active.

Welcome back to Life after Kids, where today's conversation dives into understanding how seasonal changes impact productivity and emotional wellbeing, especially for women. Learn about the variations in our productivity throughout the year, and explore how women’s energy levels and moods fluctuate with the sunlight and seasons. Get empowered with insights to leverage productive periods while embracing natural ebbs with tranquility.

Key Takeaways:

• Productivity has natural ebbs and flows, with specifics varying according to the season and even menstrual cycles.
• Many women reportedly feel more extroverted and productive during daylight-rich months such as September and October.
• Utilizing Vitamin D supplements and sunlamps can help mitigate winter blues and sustain emotional equilibrium.
• Understanding and embracing natural downtimes can improve overall well-being, helping one plan around these fluctuations.
• Grounding and infrared therapies were discussed as beneficial practices, enhancing mood and providing both mental and physical benefits.

Looking for more insights? Tune into the full episode of Life after Kids to explore in-depth how seasonal changes affect productivity and emotional growth while picking up practical tips to embrace these changes with positivity. Stay with us for more enlightening conversations on navigating the choppy waters of life after the kids are grown.

RESOURCES:
Grounding Mat
Grounding Yoga Mat
Light Therapy Lamp
Fast Like a Girl Book
Vitamin D
Timestamp Summary
| 0:00 | Leveraging Seasonal Changes for Productivity and Emotional Wellbeing
| 5:20 | Maximizing Productivity: Timing and Seasonal Trends
| 13:47 | Harnessing Cycles and Sunlight for Optimal Productivity
| 17:52 | Combating Winter Doldrums With Vitamin D and Sunlight Exposure
| 25:00 | Embracing Winter's Slower Pace for Health and Wellbeing

Enjoy the show, and we hope you learn a little bit more about living a fulfilling, vibrant, and meaningful Life after Kids!
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Dr. Brooke and Dr. Lynne
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