Midlife can be a troubling time for most of us, but there are things we can do to brighten our day and help us rediscover our smile. Today we examine 8 different lifestyle habits that may help pick you back up. MOVEMENT The best thing to help shift you out of whatever kind of a rut you are in is movement. MINDFULNESS These techniques are particularly helpful when your low moods are linked to stress. Check out episode 132- Breathwork for Menopause NATURE There is something magical about being in nature. The Japanese call it shinrin-yoku or forest bathing. Simply be in nature, embrace your senses, and enjoy the colours, the smells, the sounds, and the tactile sensations. Check out episode 95 - The Health Benefits of Earthing LIGHT THERAPY These days we are surrounded by junk light. Many of us have heard about blue light by now, this is the light that emits from our television screens, computers, and phones, it disrupts our circadian rhythm, trashes our sleep, zaps our energy, and ruins our mood. SOUND MEDICINE Is a really fun way to improve your mood. Think about a time when you sang your heart out like no one is listening, maybe it's when you are alone in your car and your favourite song comes on and you just can’t help but sing out loud. Check out episode 115 - Music and Menopause ART THERAPY The creative women amongst us know that Art therapy is healing. It doesn’t matter your medium you could draw, photograph, quilt, paint, knit, sculpt, or sew, what matters is the act of creation. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH Have you heard of Marie Kondo? She is a Japanese tidying expert. There is a lot to be said about how your physical space affects your mental space. It’s hard to be optimistic and motivated in a cluttered environment. Her method is designed to help you clear out anything dragging your energy down and leave behind your personal possessions that spark joy for you. Healthy Homes for Healthy Hormones