“Happy Lights” Therapy

December 26, 2019

Light therapy is a way to treat Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and certain other conditions by exposure to artificial light. SAD is a type of depression that occurs at a certain time each year, usually in the fall or winter.

Light therapy is used as a treatment for several conditions, including:

SAD
Types of depression that don’t occur seasonally
Jet lag
Sleep disorders
Adjusting to a nighttime work schedule
Dementia

“How does the HappyLight work?”

Below is the list a list of the most common ways light therapy changes lives – from internet research.

1. BRINGS THE SUNSHINE INDOORS (EVEN WHEN IT’S RAINING)

Sunlight is an essential ingredient for a healthy lifestyle, but many of us don’t get the amount of bright light that we need to experience its benefits. A HappyLight brings the daylight indoors by emitting a bright, full spectrum light that safely mimics sunlight but without harmful UV rays.

This is particularly powerful on rainy days when there’s not a ray of sunshine in sight.

2. ENERGIZES YOU NATURALLY

Ever notice how energized you feel on a sunny day? The hormone serotonin rises with exposure to bright light, and serotonin (also known as the “happiness hormone”) naturally lifts our mood and energy level.

3. RESETS YOUR SLEEP & WAKE CYCLE TO YOUR NATURAL STATE

Our body also sets its internal clock to a 24-hour cycle with light. The light-sensitive hormone melatonin promotes sleep and is regulated with daylight. Regulating melatonin levels has far reaching positive effects not only on our sleep but our overall health.

4. ENHANCES MOOD DURING SEASONAL CHANGES

The HappyLight and light therapy are most well known for being a natural, drug-free alternative for combating the winter blues. If you’ve ever found long winters challenging and noticed your mood suffering as a result, it may because you’re just not getting enough healthy light during the winter months.

5. HELPS MAKE HEALTHY ROUTINES A HABIT

You can use a HappyLight while eating a healthy breakfast, getting your zen on in your yoga space, or even while listening to calming music during work. No matter where you choose to use your HappyLight, it can help support other healthy routines in your life.