I always find it a bit startling when Daylight Savings ends and it starts to get dark around 4:30 in the afternoon. So to help myself, and hopefully a few others, here are ten things to consider.

1. Dark can be peaceful, even restful. Don’t fight it.
2. The mornings are bright and welcoming.
3. It could be time to get out those cozy blankets and throws.
4. Notice one thing that you like about dusk.
5. If you’re feeling sad about less outdoors time, start an indoor project.
6. Make soup–this almost always works for me–and share some with a neighbor.
7. Learn from animals–this photo of my dog, Rudy, says it all.
8. I know this sounds like a cliche, but light a candle and put on music you like.
9. Read a good book. If this hasn’t been something you’re already doing, visit your local library.
10. Hibernate–yes, I know we can’t really do that, but let your body adjust to a different time.