​Winter blues can make everything feel heavier and slower, but it won’t last forever. Short days and cold weather can affect mood and energy, so be gentle with yourself and remember that needing extra rest or support is okay. Even small moments of warmth—sunlight through a window, a comforting routine, or a kind connection—can help carry you through. Brighter days are ahead, and you don’t have to face this season alone.

Resources During the Holiday Season: 

• Mindfulness videos
• Art Worksheets for Self-Exploration and Grief
• Better Ways to Feel Better
• Wellness Journal
• Question Persuade Respond Trainings (QPR)
• Holding off the holiday blues - Prairie Lakes Hospital 
• Learn how the Watertown Police Department supports mental health. A simple check-in can make a difference.
• Winter Blues vs. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
• Find activities and events in and around Watertown area
• Click here for a collaborative list of events available in our community that are helpful, educational, and/or family-oriented.

​Ways to care for yourself:

• ​Create a sleep/hygiene routine - Visit the National Sleep Foundation for tips
• Eat healthy - Avoid foods with a high sugar content 
• Practice mindfulness - practice being in the present moment (what do you see, smell, etc.)
• Spend time outside (in the sun if you can)
• Spend time with family and friends - Maybe it is time to reconnect with that friend/family member whom you haven't spoken to for a while. 

988Call or text 988 to chat with someone immediately. 988 provides support, connections, and hope during a mental health or substance use crisis.