Addressing Seasonal Affective Disorder explores seasonal mood changes through a holistic, integrative framework that considers biology, environment, lifestyle, and nervous system health. Rather than treating seasonal low mood as an isolated condition, the course examines how light exposure, circadian rhythm disruption, nutrition, stress response, and behavioral patterns interact to influence emotional wellbeing.
Students gain a clear understanding of why mood, energy, and sleep are affected during darker months and how natural, evidence-informed strategies can support balance. The course highlights lifestyle alignment, nutritional and herbal support, and behavioral tools that work together to stabilize mood and build resilience over time. Emphasis is placed on sustainable strategies that can be adapted year after year rather than short-term fixes.
This course is educational in nature and supports thoughtful, individualized approaches to seasonal mood support for both personal and professional contexts.
This class is ideal for individuals experiencing seasonal mood changes and practitioners seeking integrative strategies for emotional resilience.
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Seasonal Affective Disorder reflects the body’s response to environmental and biological shifts, particularly changes in light exposure, circadian rhythm, and nervous system regulation. This course provides an integrative framework for understanding seasonal mood challenges and supporting emotional balance naturally.
Students explore the physiological and environmental contributors to seasonal low mood, including disruptions to sleep-wake cycles, stress hormones, and energy regulation. The course examines how nutrition, herbal support, and lifestyle rhythms influence neurotransmitter balance and nervous system stability. Behavioral and cognitive strategies are also discussed as tools for supporting adaptability and long-term emotional resilience.
Rather than focusing on isolated interventions, the course emphasizes comprehensive lifestyle alignment—helping students understand how multiple supportive strategies work together. Attention is given to planning ahead for seasonal transitions and building routines that support stability across changing light cycles and environmental demands.
This course is designed to provide clarity and perspective without overwhelming detail, making it suitable for both individuals seeking personal support and professionals working in integrative mental health and wellness settings.
What you’ll learn:
Biological and environmental contributors to seasonal mood changes
The role of light exposure, sleep, and circadian rhythm in emotional health
Nutritional and herbal approaches that support mood regulation
Behavioral and lifestyle strategies for seasonal resilience
Nervous system considerations for emotional balance
Long-term planning for recurring seasonal challenges
This class is ideal for:
Individuals experiencing seasonal mood or energy changes
Holistic and integrative health practitioners
Mental health and wellness professionals
Students of herbal medicine, Ayurveda, or integrative psychology
Anyone seeking natural, sustainable mood support tools
Get access to this class PLUS our entire Foundations Library (200+ classes!) for only $47/month. Members also get access to all new Foundations classes taught live every month!
