I read once, and have confirmed over time through experience, that people get more sunlight outside on an overcast day than they do inside on the sunniest day. If you live in Colorado or southern California, this probably doesn't matter much to you because you get plenty of sun. But if you live in West Michigan or Seattle or any other place that doesn't get adequate sunlight, this can make a big difference to you. The reason it's important is because low Vitamin D levels can cause depression. And Vitamin D comes from the sun. So if you're prone to depression, and you live in a climate that doesn't give you much sunlight, it is vitally important to get outside, every day.
There you go: A really simple way to understand something important about your emotions at a biological level. Now get outside, and smile!
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