27/10/2025
🌧️ When the Clocks Go Back — Nurturing Yourself Through the Season Change 🌿
As the clocks go back and the light fades earlier each evening, many of us start to feel that familiar heaviness that comes with the Irish winter.
The long, bright evenings are gone, replaced by grey skies, damp air, and that deep chill that seems to settle right into the bones. It’s no surprise that our energy and mood can dip — our bodies are deeply connected to the rhythms of light and nature.
When daylight reduces, our internal clock (the circadian rhythm) shifts, often leaving us feeling sluggish, low, or anxious. The nervous system reacts to this transition — it’s working harder to balance energy, hormones, and sleep patterns.
This is where massage can play a powerful role, far beyond simple relaxation. Through intentional touch, slow rhythm, and warmth, massage helps to soothe the nervous system, reducing cortisol (the stress hormone) and encouraging the release of serotonin and endorphins — the natural mood boosters that bring calm, balance, and clarity.
Even one session can help you feel grounded and reconnected when everything outside feels heavy. The warmth of the room, the flow of breath, and the quiet moments of stillness can become your sanctuary from the grey days.
So as the darker evenings roll in, give your body the comfort it’s craving. Step away from the cold, and take a little time to recharge — your mind and nervous system will thank you for it. 💆♀️✨
