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What Nordic people do to cope with the winter blues

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Josh Wolsky
Josh Wolsky
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Associated Press
Stefanie Dazio

Associated Press

As daylight fades and winter stretches on, the Nordic countries offer lessons in how to stay grounded when the season feels long. Experts across Norway, Sweden, and Finland say the key is structure—protecting sleep rhythms, staying connected socially, and keeping movement part of daily life. Light therapy can help reset the body’s clock, and Nordic culture encourages embracing winter rather than wishing it away. From dawn-simulating alarms to cozy evenings and brisk outdoor walks, the message is simple: seek light, in every form, and keep showing up for life. Stefanie Dazio with Associated Press has the full story.

Associated Press
Stefanie Dazio

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Josh Wolsky

Josh Wolsky

Developer & Writer @TheMinot Voice, Fan of the Souris River, SavorMinot Advocate. Fortunate to be a 'former' City Council member ;)

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