Find Warmth this Winter with Xtreme Alaska Spray Foam
It’s tempting to stay in bed on a cold winter morning, isn’t it?
The air in your room can be cold even with the heater going…
(Look to spray foam for better energy efficiency in your home this winter!)
The floors can be chilly without slippers (unless you have spray foam in your crawl space!)…
And it’s just so cozy under the covers!
But we can’t live our lives from our beds…
And we can’t thrive in a state of emotional turmoil, either.
Humans have devised clever ways to physically stay warm through winter (like installing spray foam in our homes!), and that feat is challenging enough…
But combating winter’s darkness is just as important as having a place to shelter…
And supporting our mental health can be the most difficult part of winter in Alaska.
We need physical AND mental “warmth” to thrive through difficult seasons.
We need companionship and joy…
And the inner peace and strength that spring from hope.
A warm home with adequate insulation can help us weather the winter’s storms…
But a little mental and emotional “hygiene” is necessary, too!
Find Your Internal “Warmth” with Mental & Emotional Hygiene
Mental and emotional hygiene in Alaskan winter looks a bit different for everyone…
But for most, it involves getting outside as much as possible (hopefully when the sun is up), simulating sunlight deficiency with broad-spectrum lamps and/or taking vitamin D supplements, increasing physical movement, and implementing more self-care routines.
Why is venturing outside in the winter and using lamps intended to battle seasonal affective disorder (SAD) and offset the darkness so important?
Because our bodies need vitamin D, light exposure, and physical exercise regardless of the season…
And both are much harder to get in the winter, aren’t they!?
This is where living with intention comes in!!
We care for ourselves best when we pay attention to the signals our bodies send us…
And that takes practice.
Vitamin D For The Win(ter)!
The nutrients the sun gives us are incredibly powerful…
And that fact is most evident during the winter months.
So, whatever you need to do to get in the sun or simulate the sun’s rays in your day-to-day life, do it!
Your body will thank you…
And you’ll probably notice more peace in your life, too.
The changes don’t have to be drastic, but they often need to be intentional.
How you increase sunlight or SAD light use in your life is up to you.
The options are abundant – but changes are more likely to stick if you connect them with practices you already have…
Like eating!
Maybe your solution for getting more sunlight is to sit next to a sunny window in your office to eat your lunch…
Heck, if the day is warm enough, you could even head outside for a picnic!
Maybe you also decide to set up a SAD light in your dining room so your family can soak up some rays while you enjoy meals together…
Whatever works for you and your family.
The point is to set clear intentions so we can keep our bodies and minds on the same page and get the nutrients we need to thrive during this season.
Move Your Body to Beat the Blues
Struggling to find mental “warmth” in the winter? We recommend a good dose of the outdoors!
It’s tempting to stay inside all day when it’s cold and dark…
But if you move your body when you’re feeling the seasonal blues, you’ll likely feel better – even if just a little bit.
There’s so much to see in this state, and the winter is our longest season…
It would be a shame to only allow yourself to go outside in the summer!
You might even make friends with the snow and crisp air…
We sure love it at Xtreme Alaska Spray Foam!
Of course, moving around in a warm home (or gym) is a close second to being outside…
And there are some days when being outdoors is inadvisable.
Some days you’ll need to stay indoors….
And for those days, spray foam insulation can help!
How Spray Foam Helps
Spray foam insulation is the best insulation for Alaskans to physically weather the winter…
Because warmth in our minds is quite important, as we have discussed…
But so is the physical warmth we need to survive!
Even if you’re a rugged Alaskan with lots of outdoor hobbies…
Having a solid home base to return to makes the fun of outdoor adventure all the more enticing!
How do we ensure our homes are livable during the icy days of Alaskan winter?
By installing spray foam insulation, of course!
Spray foam seals up all the cracks in your walls, making your home air-tight and impervious to those cold wind gusts and blizzard conditions!
Spray foam can also create a vapor barrier in your home, so you don’t have to worry about the snow melt seeping into your home.
Your home will have what it takes to get through the winter if you install spray foam in your walls….
And you’ll save a good chunk of change on your energy bill for years to come, too!
Oh, and did we mention the tax credit you’re eligible for when you install spray foam in your home? Check out our blog post on the topic here!
With increased energy efficiency comes increased peace of mind and structural stability – and that’s enough to warm anyone’s heart!
Conclusion
Xtreme Alaska Spray Foam cares about you.
We want you to thrive in your life and achieve your goals no matter what the weather holds.
Luckily, with intentional actions keeping your mind and your home warm, you’ll thrive through any winter!
Spray foam can help you live your best life…
And helping you live your best live is our main priority at Xtreme Alaska Spray Foam!
Interested in how spray foam can help you prevent ice dams on your roof and keep your home’s crawl spaces cozy?
Call Xtreme Alaska Spray Foam today!
Oh, and if you’re a fellow Alaskan spray foam contractor, you can now help warm Alaskan hearts and homes with the best spray foam materials on the market…
X-PRESS Seal spray foam!!
Call Xtreme Alaska Spray Foam for more information on how X-PRESS Seal products can help you succeed in your spray foam contracting business…
And let’s spray the warmth throughout Alaska together!
