The Pat Kenny Show Tips to fill your winter with fun and friendship
Sep 1, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Stephanie Regan, a clinical psychotherapist and co-host of the Tough Love podcast, shares insightful tips for thriving in autumn and winter. She emphasizes the importance of aligning your environment and habits with the season to combat winter blues. Stephanie highlights the value of routines, physical activities, and social commitments to enhance well-being. She also encourages joining clubs and trying new activities to foster friendships and combat loneliness, emphasizing proactive social planning as we approach the holiday season.
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Create A Manageable Winter Routine
- Build a simple winter routine to overcome the pull of the sofa and TV.
- Use small incremental activity goals so you maintain energy and momentum.
Use Social Accountability For Exercise
- Meet a friend at a regular time to create accountability for exercise.
- Use the gym as a cozy winter space and start with short sessions you can sustain.
Chair Yoga Sparked New Energy
- Stephanie relayed a caller's experience of starting chair yoga after surgery.
- The caller reported increased energy from gentle exercise.