Seasonal blues is a common occurrence amongst Kiwis as we bed further into the winter. With frosty mornings, early sunsets, and grey days, it is no wonder that many of us tend to feel down during the winter. However, the winter doesn’t have to be all gloomy. There are things you can do to help snuggle up, enjoy the cosy atmosphere, and push past the blues.
We have put together a list of 6 things you can shop for that will help make winter that little bit more enjoyable, so that you aren’t just counting down until summer.
1. A Kindle
On gloomy winter nights, a kindle makes it easy to snuggle up on the couch or in bed, light a couple of candles, brew a steamy tea or a hot chocolate, and dive into an adventure. Reading is a great therapeutic activity that can help calm you down, ready your mind and body for sleep, and of course, be a great source of entertainment – perfect for combating winter blues.
2. A New TV
If your current TV is getting a little old and tired, you may want to consider upgrading to a new one. A shining, new TV will transform your entertainment suite, facilitating an immersive experience with bold colours and clarity, so you can enjoy streaming and gaming this winter. There is nothing like cozying up on winter Sundays to watch your favourite on a flash new TV to fight off winter blues.
3. Fitness Equipment
It may be too cold to get outside, but that doesn’t mean you should skip regular exercise. Moving your body on the regular will keep endorphins flowing through your body, helping to combat stress, and booth your mood. Grab yourself a treadmill or some weights, or even just a yoga mat to challenge your body and mind this winter from the comfort of your home.
4. Non-Stick Frying Pan
Whip up your winter meals in no time with a sleek, quicksilver non-stick frying pan. Non-stick frying pans take the cake for facilitating fine-tuned cooking, elevating your precision in the kitchen, and making cleaning a breeze. Because at the end of the day, scrubbing pots and pans is not going to help our feelings of blue this winter, is it? Make cooking and cleaning easy!
Non-Stick Frying Pan Buying Guide
5. Espresso Machine
Trust us, being able to pull your own espresso, and snuggle up on a Saturday morning with a warm, earthy cup of coffee, is one of life’s greatest joys. Warming yourself from the inside out each morning is a great way to combat winter blues and give yourself something to look forward to at the start of each day.
Best Espresso Machines Buying Guide
6. Slow Cooker
A slow cooker can reduce the hassle and dishes that come with making meals. Simply toss the ingredients for your favourite soup or spaghetti sauce recipe into the cooker, and choose the setting. Your home will soon be filled with delicious aromatics! Coming home from a long day of work or school to a yummy smell in the home, and dinner ready, will certainly help evenings go smoother and help you combat winter blues.
Another small, but effective way to feel a little better during winter is to change up your home decor.
7 Budget-friendly Home Decor Ideas
Jump on PriceMe for Winter Essentials
PriceMe is the place to go for winter savings. Why pay more for your winter essentials when you can pay less? PriceMe helps you find the cheapest prices for your shopping list so you can make savings, stress less, and smile more this winter!
Further Reading:
Feeling the Chill? Top 6 Tips for Staying Warm and Saving Money
