It’s that time of year when we are mostly indoors. Sometimes that means rain, other times bitter cold, snow and yes, even intense heat or work schedules can drive us indoors for days on end. Soon that cozy feeling leads to one of cabin fever. You want to get outside for a break but the climate, or workload, won’t cooperate.
“‘Cabin fever’ is a term that represents how a living being – human or otherwise – may begin to feel when isolated or confined indoors,” explains Nicole Guerton, owner of Dynamic Wellness LLC. “The term is often used to describe restlessness or subdued mood folks experience when they live in extreme conditions (where it may actually be dangerously cold or hot outdoors).”
It can occur even when you limit your interpersonal or nature interaction due to illness, caring around-the-clock for a loved one, or working extra hours for weeks or months on a work project. And as busy career professionals you’ve probably experienced cabin fever from time to time working most of the day indoors, especially if natural light is limited.
“People and pets are impacted psychologically by the decreases in natural light, interpersonal social connection, and physical activity,” says Coach Nicole.
“Our brains are powerful and psychological stress impacts not only mental health but also physiology. As a well-being coach, I work with individuals and families (including my own!) to mitigate doldrums by brainstorming ideas to meet physiological needs and personal preferences.”
This begins with paying attention to why you’re feeling isolated and how you can include more natural, social, curative and inspirational approaches into your day.
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