246 days ago

Poll: What do you do to combat the winter blues?

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The shortest day of the year was on Saturday, but we still have a fair bit of winter to get through! Do you experience winter blues?

Prominent specialists and personalities share their tips.
For example, comedian and author Sam Smith suggests that you "Stock up on supplies to get that DIY project underway. Call up the old bandmates to practice some songs for a jam session. Lay the groundwork for future fun."

Do you experience winter blues?
More importantly, do you have any tips for dealing with the gloomiest part of the year?
Share your thoughts with your neighbours!

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What do you do to combat the winter blues?
  • 40% What winter blues? I love winter!
    40% Complete
  • 57.6% Yes - bring on summer!
    57.6% Complete
  • 2.4% Do you have any tips? Share them below
    2.4% Complete
712 votes
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