Staying Active and Uplifted Through the Winter Months

As winter settles in—with its shorter days, damp air, and long evenings—Dr. Nettie invites you to step outside with her, even just for a few minutes. In this quiet walk through a winter evening, she reflects on how our bodies and moods respond to the season, and why gentle movement and time outdoors matter more than we often realize. Winter may call us inward, but it doesn’t ask us to disappear. There is still life, beauty, and vitality in the dark, and our bodies benefit from meeting it—one step, one breath, one small choice at a time. Whether it’s a brief walk, a pause to notice the air on your skin, or simply opening the door and letting the world in, these moments support your health, lift your mood, and remind you that you’re allowed to care for yourself, even when it’s cold and gray. You don’t need to do everything—just start where you are. Every bit of movement counts, and you are worth the effort.