IT·Science Talk

Swedish tips for the dark months: light, screens and sleep

In Sweden the days are getting very short now. In December, in the north, almost no sun. Many people feel tired and low. I want to share what helps me, I am not a doctor, only experience from many winters.

1. Daylight lamp in the morning, 20-30 minutes while I eat breakfast. It help me wake up.

2. Walk outside at lunch, even when it is grey. Grey daylight is still stronger than indoor light.

3. Phone and computer on night mode in evening. Warmer colour, less bright.

4. Same sleep time every day, also weekend. This is the hardest.

If someone feel very low for long time, please talk to a doctor. Winter depression is real.