{"id":58905,"date":"2011-11-16T10:09:02","date_gmt":"2011-11-16T15:09:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/?p=58905"},"modified":"2011-11-16T10:10:00","modified_gmt":"2011-11-16T15:10:00","slug":"guided-imagery-to-survive-the-dark-days-of-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dietsinreview.com\/diet_column\/11\/guided-imagery-to-survive-the-dark-days-of-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"Guided Imagery to Survive the Dark Days of Winter"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>It is estimated that at least 6 out of 100 people suffer from some type of light deficient depression<\/a><\/strong> during the dark days of winter, but turning your clock back an hour doesn\u2019t have to leave you in the dark. If sunshine on your shoulders makes you happy and being starved for daylight puts you in a funk, imagining the sun can be the next best thing to keep your spirits up this winter<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Your imagination is very effective since your mind and body sometimes don\u2019t know the difference between whether your brain is just thinking something or if you are actually experiencing something. According to the American Psychological Association, studies have associated the use of guided imagery techniques with positive outcomes such as reduced anxiety and depression. So, whenever you need to bask in some radiant sunshine, whether you are inside or out, this simple guided imagery can help.
\nPractice the following sequence as often as necessary and start to feel brighter, more cheerful and full of positive energy.<\/p>\n

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