13/11/2025
If the sun’s out ☀️⛅️ you’ll often find me working outside, even if I need to bundle up! 😅 I’ll grab any chance to soak up some daylight, whether it’s first thing in the morning or during my lunch break. I’m out there as long as it’s not raining! (Though sometimes, I’ll even brave the rain with an ☔️, making sure I get some fresh air and sunlight every day - it just makes me feel so much better!)
Getting outdoors for a little bit each day isn’t just about enjoying fresh air — it’s one of the easiest ways to help your body’s natural 24-hour clock, which controls sleep, mood, hormones, and energy.
🌤 Here’s why daylight is so important:
• Morning light helps your brain manage melatonin and cortisol, which means better sleep and more stable energy.
• It supports your nervous system, easing stress and anxiety by keeping your body’s rhythm in check.
• It boosts serotonin, which improves your mood, focus, and emotional balance.
• Plus, it helps with vitamin D production, which is crucial for immunity and hormone health (although in winter, you’ll need to supplement since you won’t get enough from just being outside).
In acupuncture and naturopathy, we focus on health through rhythm and balance — and natural light is one of the most effective (and often overlooked) ways to bring back that harmony, especially in winter when we tend to hibernate indoors.
Why not step outside each morning with your favourite drink? 🍵Let your body reconnect with the day, and see how it makes you feel over time. Little habits like this can really boost your overall wellbeing. 🌿
