The Beauty of Light:…Coping With Seasonal Mood Changes

Beyond the ordinary

of Light: Coping With Seasonal Mood Changes

By Judit, Lolinka Beauty Clinic

Estimated reading time:

7 minutes

Every year when September arrives, something inside me — before the weather, before the clocks, and even before the first grey .

I feel it instantly. A heaviness. A familiar shift.

While many people autumn with excitement, I’ve always faced it with a quiet sense of dread.

That moment when summer ends, my thoughts go to:

"The grey days are coming…"

"I won’t see sunshine for months…"

"How will I survive another winter?"

For most of my adult life, this has been my battle.

And I know I’m not alone, so many clients at my clinic share the same story.

This and physical drop during autumn and winter is often connected to something called Seasonal Disorder (SAD) — a pattern of low mood linked to reduced daylight.

I want to be very clear:

I am not a medical professional and I do not diagnose or treat conditions.

What I share here is simply my experience, what has helped me, and how I support people through comforting, sensory beauty treatments at my clinic.

If anyone feels severe symptoms, I always recommend speaking to a GP or .

But here is my story, as who has lived this every year.

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My Personal Struggle With the Darker Months

For many years, the moment the light changed, in me changed too.

I felt:

• My mood drop almost instantly

• Exhaustion that sleep didn’t fix

• A strong desire to hide away indoors

• for comfort

• A heavy sadness or anxiety

• The that life lost its colour

• A deep urge to "sleep until March"

Even small tasks felt harder.

And some days, stepping outside the house felt impossible.

But every single time I pushed myself — even just for a short walk or to get some air —

I never regretted it.

The effort always paid off.

That taught me something important:

Even when the feels too heavy, one small step can lift you more than you expect.

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What Was Happening to Me

For years, I blamed myself.

Why did the affect me so much? Why did I emotionally every autumn?

Then I learned about SAD, and suddenly made sense.

Reduced daylight can:

• Lower (your natural mood supporter)

• melatonin (your sleep hormone)

• Disrupt your body clock

• Reduce colour, warmth, and stimulation

This isn’t weakness — it’s biology to lack of .

Knowing this didn’t "cure" anything,

but it helped me become kinder to myself

and more in taking care of my emotional .

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How I Slowly to Cope

What helped me most wasn’t one big — it was many small, sensory habits that brought light, warmth, and "summer energy" back into my daily life.

Over time, I what I call my Sensory Summer Survival Kit.

☀️ Light Therapy & Bright Environments

I deeply miss the sunlight:

• LED light therapy

• SAD lamps

• sunbed for warmth and brightness

• Brighter bulbs at home

• Sitting in sunny cafés, bright gyms, or well-lit spaces

???? Recreating Summer With My Senses

Because my soul misses it:

• Mediterranean foods

• Colourful fruit bowls

• Summer playlists

• Tropical scents and oils

• Sunny travel videos

• Guided beach meditations

???? Bright Makeup & Clothing

Even when it feels "wrong" in autumn.

Colour lifts the mood more than people .

✨ Lanterns, Candles & Balcony Lights

Even a tiny with warm lanterns gave me a of peace and "holiday calm."

???? Happy, Uplifting Conversations

Talking to the right person changes the direction of the entire day.

Human connection is powerful.

???? Fresh Air — Even If It Feels Impossible

I from experience:

Even a 5-minute walk can change .

These tools helped me so much that they became part of how I support others in my beauty clinic.

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How My Struggle Became My at Beauty Clinic

Because I have lived this myself, I understand the signs, the feelings, and the weight of the darker seasons.

And that’s why I designed my salon to be a little sanctuary of light, warmth, beauty, and calm, especially during autumn and winter.

It isn’t treatment — it’s comfort, relaxation, and emotional support through sensory beauty.

Here’s how I help people feel when the world feels heavy:

✨ Warm, Golden, Sun-Inspired Lighting

To give you the feeling of sunshine.

✨ Mood-Lifting Aromatherapy

citrus, neroli, lavender, bergamot — emotional in scent form.

✨ LED Light Therapy Treatments

Bright, soothing, calming — wonderful for skin and mood.

✨ Treatments & Touch

Massage, facials, warm oils, soft blankets — care that relaxes the nervous system.

✨ Positive, Happy Conversation

Sometimes clients need peace.

they need talking.

Either way, I hold space for both.

✨ A Mini "Sunshine Escape"

A moment to switch off, breathe, and feel warmth again —

even if it’s raining outside.

My clinic became my personal healing space…

and now I share that space with you.

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A Gentle, Important Note

Everything I share comes from:

✔️ Personal experience

✔️ Years of to clients

✔️ Lifestyle and sensory tools that supported my own wellbeing

I do not diagnose, treat, or cure medical conditions.

If someone severe or persistent symptoms of depression, I them to speak with a GP or mental-health professional.

My role is to support the side beauty, relaxation, sensory care, and comforting experiences.

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My Message to You

If autumn and winter feel heavy…

If the loss of light your mood…

If you to stay when the sky turns grey…

Please know this:

You are not alone.

You are not "too sensitive."

Your feelings are real and valid.

And there is support available.

At Lolinka Beauty Clinic, you are always to step into a warm, peaceful, space to lift your senses and soothe your mind.

you need a boost of light, comfort, or calm —

I’m here for you.

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Comments

SAD is so bad and common, even say we (in the UK) should take vitamin D supplements.



That said as you know being happy gives you a glow, your light shines from within.



up your daily exercise and eating healthy colourful foods will also help not only with mood but in you the right vitamin levels to hold you over winter.



I totally hear you and would only add to that, don't forget outdoors you still need a sun screen and when you get home yourself and your skin.



Don't be afraid to reach out, a coffee with friends whilst you walk could be just what you need.