Tuesday, April 26, 2011

Why Do We Feel Better On Sunny Days?

For me, the difference between how I feel on a sunny day versus a cloudy day can be quite dramatic. But it makes the most difference if I'm actually out in the sunshine, not just seeing it through a window. I seem to have a better sense of well-being and more energy. Are there any good scientific reasons for this or is it just an emotional reaction?
Yes.....Exposure to sunlight causes a glandular release of the "feel good" hormone Serotonin.So when the sun is beaming, your body gets more energy making it easier to feel good. This is not to say that you cannot feel as good on a cloudy day, but in this case you need to draw on energy from other sources to compensate for the reduced portion of energy from the sun.
What do you think? Does that make sense?






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45 comments:

  1. Once Upon A Time...April 26, 2011 at 3:14 AM

    bellissime foto....stupende! i tuoi post mi lasciano sempre...senza parole!

    hai sentito qualcosa riguardo quel meeting? spero proprio che tutto vada per il meglio!

    jos xx
    PS: Scrivi benissimo in inglese! complimenti!

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  2. SashaApril 26, 2011 at 3:34 AM

    Yes, it totally makes sense. Nevertheless, sometimes I feel immensely inspired by rain and storm. :)
    xo

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  3. UnknownApril 26, 2011 at 3:38 AM

    Absolutely! This is for sure: in Vancouver, we catch the sun, we are there so many rains. Gloomy weather adds sadness. Possible impact and a lack of vitamin D. Thanks for the comment, come again:)

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  4. Dragana DašaApril 26, 2011 at 4:09 AM

    beautiful photos!:)

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  5. Fierce Fabulous FitApril 26, 2011 at 4:27 AM

    Great post!! yes, it totally makes sense!! And I have a pretty dramatic {positive} mood shift when it gets sunny as well! I'm seriously considering moving to a more sunny region!


    Krys

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  6. PlamiApril 26, 2011 at 5:11 AM

    Very interesting post sweety! Sun always makes me smile and feel great!!! :) Love the pictures you shared!!!

    Thanks so much for the e-mail! I'll reply this evening :)

    XoXO
    Plami

    http://fashion-thrill.blogspot.com/

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  7. UnknownApril 26, 2011 at 5:35 AM

    hey. i wanted to thank u for your comment on my blog. i really appreciate it. :)))

    kiss, la tiquismiquis
    http://tqsm.blogspot.com

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  8. Emma LouiseApril 26, 2011 at 6:37 AM

    Totally get it. I'm always so much happier in the summer. I always feel so much better!

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  9. LoveE ♥April 26, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    It definitely makes sense, and I always feel a lot more energetic and generally happier in the sunshine, which is probably why I'm so moody in Winter. I'll just blame it on that from now!

    http://itsthedollhousebaby.blogspot.com/
    x

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  10. karolinka_997April 26, 2011 at 7:00 AM

    Nice!

    http://kalomka.blogspot.com/

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  11. ShasieApril 26, 2011 at 8:13 AM

    I used to live up north, and when I was in college in class at the first start of warm sunny weather outside I was so distracted! I couldn't wait to get out of class and go outside. During the winter time I was always bummin' around depressed...hahaha but in spring and summer I was so happy. I totally agree that the weather affects the mood!

    http://live-life-in-style.blogspot.com

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  12. Susie HeymerApril 26, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    Hi, Federica! I love sunny days! I am much happier! On cloudy days I am very sad. I think it makes sense yes. Now here's a sunny day. That is to say I'm very happy, hehehe. I loved the pictures for inspiration!
    With love,
    Susie
    www.myfashionview.com

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  13. Misty ChaosApril 26, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    Beautiful photos!
    And yes, it does make sense.
    I always notice how the sun seems to bring out the best in people!

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  14. district5April 26, 2011 at 8:46 AM

    Of course the sun has a big influence on our mood.
    There could be much more sunny days in Germany...

    Christine
    http://district5-fashion.blogspot.com/

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  15. MelissaApril 26, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    It makes a lot of sense! I went through a phase where I was working long hours indoors, and I didn't see the sun even once in a day. It was a terrible time, and I was quite depressed. To help, I started going to the tanning salon every few days, so that I could feel some light and warmth! It helped a bit, but now I have adjusted my life such that I can feel the sun most days :)

    Beautiful pictures, they make me pine for summer!

    xxMelissa

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  16. YajairaApril 26, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    great photos
    great inspiration
    we feel better because the light of the sun makes us see things in a positive beautiful way.

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  17. Anupriya DGApril 26, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    Ah! Nothing so rejuvenating as a gleam of golden sunlight!! :)

    But I feel that an overcast sky with strong winds is as refreshing & beautiful! :))

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  18. ChiaraApril 26, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    Che belle foto!
    xo C.

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  19. Mary @ stylefylesApril 26, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    I enjoy the occasional cloudy day and have to say I really love the rain. But if it weren't for the sun I don't think I'd be able to enjoy it so much.

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  20. Judith | JuudithhomeApril 26, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    I think that the sun makes sense about this high feeling of ernergy!xx

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  21. MeaganApril 26, 2011 at 12:47 PM

    These are absolutely beatiful photos. I actually really enjoy rainy days but there is somthing great abut sunny days too.
    -Meagan
    http://spunkychateau.blogspot.com

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  22. SiennaApril 26, 2011 at 12:56 PM

    gorgeous pics

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  23. María D. ValderramaApril 26, 2011 at 12:59 PM

    thanks for comment! love your blog ^^

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  24. valerierbremsApril 26, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    Waking up with a bit of sunshine equals happiness

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  25. AnonymousApril 26, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    love these photos! i definitely feel more energetic and happier on sunny days :)
    xxx
    Catflicks

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  26. LitaApril 26, 2011 at 1:47 PM

    Awesome pics! I agree, i feel better on sunny days!
    xoxo

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  27. Nuria LuisApril 26, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    Really amazing pics, love all them, they are very inspiring

    enamodeuse.blogspot.com

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  28. Give me a Big ClosetApril 26, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    beautiful pictures.. sun make us happy :)

    *

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  29. Les Tenues de YuliApril 26, 2011 at 4:22 PM

    Oh yes it does dear :)
    Nice pics Federica
    Bisous
    Yuli

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  30. Vale ♥April 26, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    Certo che ha un senso, concordo su tutto ! Io sono molto influenzata dal tempo...con il sole mi sento sempre molto più attiva e più felice :)

    http://fashionandcookies.blogspot.com

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  31. CelineApril 26, 2011 at 5:46 PM

    One of the reasons I live in the desert is because there is so much sunshine you are hardly ever in a bad mood!
    www.thewardrobediaries.com

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  32. Becca [Free Honey]April 26, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    My mood is undoubtedly better on sunny days! However, I usually am able to trick myself into a better mood on cloudy days by wearing bright, patterned, fun clothes. I find the way I dress also has a big impact on my mood!

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  33. GretchTMApril 26, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    Sunny days always makes me feel good.

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  34. stylenuggetsApril 26, 2011 at 7:47 PM

    I second that. We're going in to winter and cold, windy days puts everyone in a bad mood.

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  35. AnonymousApril 26, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    Complete sense! However, every once in a while I welcome a rainy day to stay in and watch movies:)

    http://2anchor.blogspot.com

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  36. Estilo da CrisApril 26, 2011 at 11:28 PM

    The pictures are increble!
    I loved that!
    Thanks to your visit im my blog!
    http://estilodacris.blogspot.com
    I´m from Brasil..
    Kisses

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  37. cryskayApril 26, 2011 at 11:31 PM

    i agree! the weather can change my mood. rainy days make me lazy.

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  38. Jelena ZivanovicApril 27, 2011 at 12:44 AM

    ahahahhahah i can not believe!!!!!i have just posted something connected with the weather and its influence on our mood!:D i like ONLY warm and sunny weather,only then i feel alive!!:) great pics btw!!!!:)
    kisses
    jelena
    http://glamfabchameleon.blogspot.com/

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  39. LauraMaybeApril 27, 2011 at 1:54 AM

    thanks for visiting my blog, i'm starting.
    I went through your shop and I love some of the pieces. Have you made them? I really love a red dress!

    Love

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  40. MagdalenaApril 27, 2011 at 2:43 AM

    I love this post! I prefer sunny days but I have to admit that sometimes I love cloudy days, especially in Fall!

    xoxoxo

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  41. What Maria has on...April 27, 2011 at 3:30 AM

    The Sun being out def affects our day! when its gloomy, you feel sad and in just a bad mood. But when the sun is out, people have a smile in their faces!
    xoxo
    izzy&maria
    http://www.glamtimee.com

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  42. UnknownApril 27, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    Indeed and also i feel inspire in the sunset! beijosss

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  43. dear winsomeApril 27, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    I feel the same way..great photos!

    ♥
    Krystle
    http://dearwinsome.blogspot.com/

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  44. The Fire Inside MeApril 27, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    aMAAAAAAAAAAAAZING PHOTOS

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  45. AnonymousApril 28, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    Oh but this makes complete sense. I am usually very jubilant in summer especially when I am out in the sun, and almost suffer from depression on cloudy, rainy or gloomy day. :)

    Love

    Tashrin
    Twitter - @ishrattrishna

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