Morning Sunlight & Your Mental Health

Morning Sunlight & Your Mental Health

June 23, 2026 · 29 min · Season 1 · Episode 163

About this episode

Amanda discusses the benefits of morning sunlight for mental health and its impact on the nervous system.

Morning sunlight might be the most underutilized free regulation tool available to us — and in this episode, Amanda breaks down exactly why getting outside within the first hour of waking is one of the highest-return things you can do for your nervous system. From circadian rhythm and cortisol to serotonin, sleep quality, and mood regulation, the science is clear — and the practice is simpler than you think. 3 Takeaways: Your morning sets the stage for your night. Getting outside for 5–15 min...

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