Why You Feel Most Tired Right Before Spring
If you’re feeling "done" with winter but don't quite have the energy for spring, you aren't failing. You are likely experiencing cumulative burnout.
The Spring Thaw: Navigating the Sudden Energy Shift
While this burst of energy is a welcome change from the winter slump, it can also be a bit of a trap for your nervous system. Moving from "hibernation" to "high-speed" too quickly can lead to a crash.
Noticing the Mid-Winter Wall: Winter Fatigue & Nervous System Capacity
For many of us in the Junction, February can be the hardest month. The novelty of winter has often faded, the wind feels a bit sharper, and we might find ourselves hitting a metaphorical wall.
While the instinct is often to "push through," we might find that fighting our capacity only leads to more exhaustion. At interocare, we often explore what happens when we listen to that "wall" instead of trying to climb it.