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8 Simple Ways to Avoid Seasonal Mood Changes

Feeling down in the dumps this winter? Give these mood-boosting tactics a try

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Spend time with animals
Spend time with animals If you have a pet, carve out a few hours where you can go for a walk or spend some time cuddled up on the couch together. In fact, research has shown that people are not only happier in the presence of animals, but they're healthier too. One survey of pet owners found that 74 percent reported mental health improvements just by owning their pet. Don't have a pet? No worries. There are endless ways of communicating with animals, be it in nature or by visiting a local shelter. "This is a simple activity that does not take much time, but has great impact on relaxing the mind and shifting negative thoughts," Mendez says.

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