Have you noticed how more and more people are talking about the benefits of getting natural daylight?

A subject that was little heard of a year ago is fast becoming more mainstream.

In 2023, I shared a post on daylighting (Going outside first thing in the morning.), and how it had an incredible impact on me in a very short space of time. Read more here.

Because it is such an important subject, and because I truly believe in its benefits, today I am back sharing some more information and how to make the most out of sunlight.

Before I get to that, I just wanted to let you know something important. I have uploaded The Empath Archives onto other platforms. This is for any of you who do not like to use Amazon. Simply click here, or on the link below and choose your desired platform. The book will stay at $2.99 for the next two weeks.

I love going out, in my garden, first thing in the morning. It brings so much peace into my day.

Here in Manchester, the tree pollen count has been quite high this past month. Unfortunately, this means I can’t stay out as long as I would normally. (Even with the use of high dose Nettle, and other homeopathic blends. I don’t like using antihistamines unless absolutely necessary.)

But still, I probably get around fifteen minutes, first thing. This seems enough to set up my circadian rhythm for the day. I also get out for five or ten minutes here and there through the day if I can.

To me, this shows how a short time outdoors can be enough to work its magic. Or in other words, we don’t have to spend hours outside to reap the benefits of natural light.

Nor does the sun have to be shining. Which is good, considering this part of the world seems intent on rationing our sunshine.

Countless health professionals are now realizing the incredible health benefits of natural light and sunlight. As well as spending more time outdoors in nature.

We are always exposing ourselves to blue light from artificial lighting. Our phones and computers are the worst culprits. This exposure upsets the release and rhythm of our hormones, especially cortisol, melatonin, and lepton.

These are our master hormones that we really do not want to offset. But so many of us do without even realizing. This can be behind the cortisol spikes that, amongst other things, cause anxiety, panic attacks and even weight gain.

In fact, there are many ways that we are negatively impacted by too much blue light, and lack of sunlight.

I came across some information, I think it was on a Wellness Mama email, from a leading expert in biohacking, longevity and health, Kayle Barnes, about natural light exposure that you may find of interest:

• She said that studies over the past decade indicate that insufficient sun exposure may be responsible for up to 340,000 deaths in the US and 480,000 deaths in Europe per year, as well as increased risks of cancers (breast, colorectal, blood, etc.), cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, hypertension, Alzheimer’s and more.
• All of the studies in dermatology and ophthalmology literature that cite the harms of UV light were conducted with UV light in isolation, even though sunlight is less than 10% UV light and over 50% red and infrared light. The same studies indicate that red and IR light protect against UV-induced cellular damage.
• Her opinion is: sunlight is protective against all of the chronic diseases we are facing, and that UV light is also important (along with the full spectrum of light from the sun). Vitamin D is a marker of your UV exposure, and taking a supplement provides almost none of the benefits of the actual sun.
• For the same reasons that sunlight during the day is important, darkness at night is also really important. Light pollution from artificial light (even low levels) can decrease heart rate variability, increase insulin resistance, and increase blood sugar levels.

And just to add to that list, skin cancer has gone up exponentially since the introduction of suntan creams. Which could be considered baffling, considering that one of the benefits was supposedly protection against skin cancer.

When applying high factor sun creams, we are blocking vitamin D absorption. This vitamin is known to be protective against cancer.

And do we really know how safe these creams are? What chemicals are in them? Everything that goes on our skin tends to get inside our bodies.

Now am I suggesting to go outside and spend us much time in the sun as possible unprotected?

No.

Too much of a good thing is not always good. And, let’s face it, the sun always warns us. It makes our skin resemble a tomato when we have had enough.

The Benefits

So, what are the benefits of being exposed to natural light for Sensitive people?

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Well, firstly, we receive the same benefits that everyone else does. But by lowering high cortisol levels it goes a long way to bringing us back into balance.

Being Sensitive means we have a lot of emotional upheaval to deal with. This can cause high cortisol. It can also lead to physical or mental issues. Allowing the power of the sun to rebalance us, naturally, can only be a good thing.

And this is where practicing of daylighting really helps. Getting outdoors is first thing is probably the safest time of day.

Daylighting is one of those things that, in my opinion, the more you practice the better results you experience. But I also advocate Earthing (Grounding) at the same time. I’ve done it both ways and connecting to the Earth simultaneously really does bring in something special to the mix.

So, if you haven’t already got into a daylighting routine, here’s some tips on how to best make the most out of your morning/daytime practice:

• Go outside as soon as you wake up. Before you turn on any lights, your phone or your computer. Look in the direction of the sun (not directly at it). It doesn’t matter if there are buildings or mountains in the way. As long as you are looking towards sunrise, you will get the benefit.
• If you can’t get outside, open a window, pop your head out, and look in the direction of sunrise.
• Take your morning brew outside with you and use it as your come around time. When you sit quietly, with no distractions, the kind of insights that you receive are amazing.
• Try Earthing at the same time. Do it both ways. With and without. See the difference for yourself.
• Take a grounding and energizing crystal outside with you, such as Black Obsidian and Clear Quartz. Focus on their energy, and see how they work. Again, this is one of those things that you can try daylighting with and without and see for yourself if there’s any more benefits.
• Keep an umbrella and a blanket on hand. It can get chilly first thing, especially if you are connecting to a cold ground, and if it starts to rain you’ve got it covered.
• Take Sunshine snacks throughout the day. This works especially well if you work indoors. Ten minutes here and there throughout the day all adds up.
• And finally, use good blue light blocking glasses when using your phones or computers. This isn’t something you would do outside. But it is especially important to use them before sunrise or after sunset. This will also help keep circadian rhythms in check.

Have you tried daylighting yourself?

If so, what benefits have you had?

Let’s take back control of our health and happiness naturally!

Until next time.

Diane

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