Life Hack: How little dopamine boosts can get you through the winter nights

I’ve always loved the darker months, any excuse to embrace a cosy night in and essentially hibernate. That’s why my interest was so piqued when I heard about a new trend in social media called ‘low dopamine evenings’

A low dopamine evening trend is seen as a way to escape the overstimulation of screens and daylight-simulating bulbs, and instead create a gentle, glowing environment that promotes calm.

The post-holiday comedown, dark evenings and cold weather, and the pressure of new year resolutions can contribute to the common January Blues for some.

It's a time of low light and energy, making it feel long and demotivating, but focusing on gentle resets can help.