How to Romanticize Winter

The Beauty of Thunder Bay 

Icicles replace leaves and the geese have migrated to the South. Our summer clothes are put away and instead we don ourselves with thermals and gloves. Winter is the slowest and feels like the longest season. Yes, we are not a huge city but attending school in Northern Ontario has many perks. We have access to breathtaking nature, ones we would not be able to appreciate if we resided in the big city. Our backyard is home to foxes, deer and many other fauna. Wildlife and rivers pour right into our fingertips. 

I am still learning to embrace the cold. Hence, to aid in this, I have changed things in my routine to accommodate the new season. I hope it helps you to fight the winter blues and infuse your own daily routines with mindfulness.

Tips on How to Romanticize Winter 

Find A Hobby That Does Not Include Internet

You’ve just finished classes for the day, and it's heavily snowing as far as the eye can see. In these cases, my current “go to” is picking a novel from my shelves, making a warm drink and reading with a piano playlist. Reading also prevents winter blues by transporting us to different places in time. We tend to spend more time indoors during these months so this is your time to explore your  creative side. Many other hobbies include trying new cooking trends, astronomy, creating scrapbooks and albums, painting and decorating your room.

Baking and Stewing

Winter is a great opportunity to try new recipes during snow days! Stews and soups are also proven to boost the immune system as colds and flus tend to be more frequent during this season. 

Yellow Light Ambiance

As the sun sets, it is a good idea to switch to any yellow lighting to give a “golden hour” effect. Warm lighting creates a cozy setting so you’ll be more motivated to keep up with studies and live aesthetically. Personally, I find reading under yellow lighting to be such a main character vibe. 

Document Everything

Take photos of everything! Our campus is basically a winter wonderland. There is always nature waiting to be photographed. This is also a good opportunity to go for walks (when the temperature is appropriate of course)!

I hope these tips help to beat the winter blues! There is something to appreciate about every season, you just have to find something that works for you.