This entire series, I’ve been talking about fashion and wintertime, and in series past, I’ve covered multiple feminization topics. I’ve shared my interests in shopping and girlie things because I love it, and I don’t need to coerce cross dressers. There’s a joy in it that many of you have already found, so I just like talking about it.

But even though this season is all about joy, love, peace and contentment, there are so many people that have none of those things. Actually, colder weather makes it worse for some of you. Starting around the fall and going all the way into spring, many people develop Seasonal Affective Disorder. Your favorite feminization Mistress is taking time out this week to reach some of you that are dealing with this because I care about more than just your outfit, chickadees!

I will be resuming frilly winter girlie fashion holiday cross dressing and sissy stuff next week, but this is hella important, so please read this.

What is Seasonal Affective Disorder?

Caused by reduced sunlight and a change in season, Seasonal Affective Disorder (or SAD), is characterized by feeling sad or hopeless, having sleep or appetite changes, having less interest in the things you used to enjoy and feeling social withdrawal. People with SAD sometimes feel a sense of unworthiness and cannot see the value in themselves or even moving ahead with life.

SAD should not be confused with feeling down temporarily. Sometimes, the day is just garbage and nothing goes right. No, I’m talking about sadness that lingers and gets worse, something you can’t shake. If you’re turning down opportunities to see friends, go outside, can’t get out of bed or just feel empty, you may have Seasonal Affective Disorder.

Sissies and cross dressers with symptoms, here’s how to get back to feeling like yourself again….

If you recognize the symptoms above, please reach out. There is no shame in seeking out medical attention or a therapist that can help. I even have someone that I talk to once a month, just to clear my head and get a different perspective! In addition, you can also:
1) Get as much natural light as possible. There may not be sun, but you can still sit by a window or try to get outside in the early part of the day in order to try and benefit from the natural light.
2) Look into buying a light box to use indoors. I have seen them from anywhere $55 to $300. You don’t have to spend the rent on them, though. Just browsing the internet showed me options to spend less rather than more.
3) Change your diet and get some exercise. Eating garbage is not going to help you feel better, but in addition to better eating, get moving. If you have identified the symptoms of SAD, then you owe it to yourself to take charge and get a handle on it.

I am not a doctor, but I am a good friend and I have talked to a great many of you. As fun and festive as this season can be, it can also be hell on alot of people. It’s easy to get depressed because of family issues, personal losses, people you miss, and hurts that rear their ugly head more around this time of year. Please be mindful of Seasonal Affective Disorder. You aren’t alone.

If you are having thoughts of self-harm, please call The National Suicide Helpline at 1-800-273-8255.