Cabin Fever or Winter Blue's

The cold winter goes on an on an on.  Do you feel down? Tired of the cold? Do you want the rain back?...Really?

The winter blue's or if you prefer to call it cabin fever, It is real. So what can you do to cure them? It can be tough when it's colder then normal, or there is more wind then usual. But here's a few idea's that may help.

Wouldn't you admit when you are busy time moves faster. So the best way to cure the cabin/winter blue's is to be busy. Okay you say doing what. The biggest thing is keep your mind active. You can also keep your hands busy. Just sitting doesn't fix the fever.

Here's some idea's: If you have a sled or a snowmobile you could go out and play in the hills. Some people go skiing/snowboarding. You might be able to go out to dinner with friends and perhaps a movie. So you say I can't afford that. Fair enough, I get that.

If you are home bound you cannot afford to go out, you could put on a movie and put together a puzzle. Get the 1000 piece puzzle. These are great because they eat up idle time and they keep your mind active. Look at the picture you are building and imagine yourself there.

Some like to get lost in a riveting novel, others knit. I, when I can like to have on a movie and tie flies for fishing. Try to create things with your hands that you could sell to others. Be creative.

You also could do your spring cleaning early. That way when the weather warms up you can go and do the outside things.

Have you thought about writing a book or a screen play? This is a great challenge and gets your imagination going. How about poetry?

There are sure to be many other ways to cure the fever/blue's. the bottom line is find ways to stay busy, keep your mind and body active. Before you know it, it will be sunny and warm.

What do you do to cure this winter disease?