I read "Worried about winter? 10 ways to thrive – from socialising to Sad lamps to celebrating the new year in April" back in November 2024 but didn't do much about it. I've added a link so you can find this article in The Guardian. It's about a book written by Dr Stephanie Fitzgerald called The Gifts of Winter. And I enjoyed the book.
"Winter is coming, but don't panic!" was another article in The Guardian, this time in November 2025. The main source for this one was Kari Leibowitz who wrote "How to winter". Not as helpful to me as The Gifts of Winter but I still enjoyed it.
One widely recommended book in, "Wintering: the power of rest and retreat in difficult times" by Katherine May. It didn't do much for me though.
I've included links to the articles and to the books on Amazon UK. Actually, I listened to the books rather than reading them - my knitting has come on a treat!
I took heart from the advice and suggestions on your blog on how you were 'wintering'. I'd already decided that 'dreading winter' was spoiling my summer and autumn. Winter was becoming too associated with dark difficult days, colds and chest infections, worsening health. None of that has happened this year!
ReplyDeleteGreat! I'm really pleased about that.
DeleteThe Winter books that I reserved at the library will be coming in Spring!
ReplyDeleteI think you have encouraged lots of people to think of winter in a different way although I've just this minute heard a weather forecast that says hail and some snow - maybe enough to lay on pavements nationwide - is on the way today so we need to 'survive' another few days!
Not survive - enjoy please"
DeleteThe first article is really inspiring and a nice, comforting read.
ReplyDeleteHappy you found it so.
DeleteYou certainly encouraged me to think more positively about winter and I created a little corner in the living room for myself. Catriona
ReplyDeleteTHat's lovely!
DeleteI thought spring was coming,but last night we had really high winds. Our recycling bin blew over (we heard the bang) So ar 10pm we were running round the Close retrieving our cardboard and cans from our neighbours front gardens! THANK YOU for your hibernaculum series, lots of us have found it challenging and helpful. ❤️🙏😊
ReplyDeleteI've just been to Brigg which was more than a little draughty but I enjoyed it. Glad you enjoyed the posts.
DeleteIn Minnesota winters are bith long and cold, but with snow and ice, challenging to get around. I'll need better strategies next year to cope as with my dogs health there'll be no big vacations to look forward to.
ReplyDeleteBut I've read of your travels this last/this year with interest!
DeleteI have come to think of winter as a time to "nest". I tidy places I don't get to in the busier times, and do more handcrafting. I also think of new plants I want to try.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.
Sounds like a good winter
DeleteThank you for the links to the articles and books. The winters in my area aren't cold enough for snow, but, I am someone who feels cold very easily. I dress in layers, sit right next to the heater, and knit! LOL.
ReplyDeleteSounds good to me!
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