How to Beat the Winter Blues with SHaM

Do you feel sad, sluggish, and hopeless when the days get shorter and the nights get longer? Do you crave carbs, sleep too much, and lose interest in your hobbies? If so, you might have SAD - Seasonal Affective Disorder. SAD is a type of depression that affects millions of people around the world, especially in places with long winters and low sunlight¹.

But don't worry, there is a way to beat SAD and feel happy again. And no, it's not by taking antidepressants, going to therapy, or using a lightbox. Those are boring and expensive solutions that may not even work for you. Instead, why not try something more fun, exciting, and outlandish: Space exploration!

That s right, going in to space with SHaM. The stuff that astronauts use to explore the final frontier. The stuff that makes you feel like a hero, a pioneer, a legend. The stuff that can make your winter blues disappear faster than a rocket launch.

Here are some of the benefits of retail therapy at SHaM to cope with SAD:

• Space suits: Nothing says I'm awesome like wearing a space suit. A space suit can protect you from extreme temperatures, radiation, and micrometeoroids². It can also make you look cool, confident, and adventurous. Plus, it can keep you warm and cozy in the cold winter months. Who needs a coat when you have a space suit?
• Space helmets: A space helmet can give you a new perspective on life. It can make you see things differently, literally and figuratively. It can also block out the noise and distractions of the world, and let you focus on your own thoughts and feelings. And if you re feeling lonely, you can always talk to your helmet's built-in computer or radio system³. They will always listen to you and never judge you.
• Space food: Space food is not only nutritious and delicious but also fun and convenient. You can eat anything from freeze-dried ice cream to thermostabilized lasagna⁴. You can also experiment with different flavors and textures, and mix and match your own meals. And the best part is, you don t have to worry about cooking, cleaning, or counting calories. Just open a pouch, squeeze it into your mouth, and enjoy!
• Space gadgets: Space gadgets are the ultimate toys for adults. You can play with things like gravity boots, laser guns, jet packs, and robots⁵. You can also use them to explore your surroundings, create your own adventures, and impress your friends and family. And if you're feeling stressed or angry, you can always blast something with your laser gun or smash something with your robot. It's very therapeutic.
• Space travel: Space travel is the ultimate escape from reality. You can leave behind your problems, worries, and fears, and go to a place where anything is possible. You can visit other planets, moons, asteroids, or even stars⁶. You can also experience zero gravity, warp speed, wormholes, and time dilation⁷. And who knows, you might even meet some aliens or discover some new life forms.

As you can see, SHaM has the perfect solution for SAD. It can make you feel happy, energized, curious, and adventurous. It can also make you forget about the winter blues and embrace the wonders of the universe.

What are you waiting for? Order some space gear today! You'll be happy you did!

Can we all agree to just remove this filter on our feelings?

Seriously. When you consider just how much we’ve decreased the stigma and increased awareness of complicated mental health issues over the last few years, it’s kind of shocking that we still find it so hard to talk about the seemingly easy stuff, aka how we’re doing.

So, consider this your official invitation to give fewer effs with us. This Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re ditching the filter in an effort to get a little more comfortable talking about uncomfortable emotions. And if that sounds kind of scary to you, you’re probably in the right place. Consider this a judgment-free space to practice talking about big feelings, complicated emotions, and complex mental health topics.

So how are you, really?

And before you respond with a quick, mindless, three-words-or-less answer, take a moment to reflect on your reality. All this emotional honesty making your mind and body freeze up? We got you. Here are 27 excellent responses for when you’re actually not OK:

1. Honestly, not great.
2. One minor inconvenience away from crying in public.
3. The emotional equivalent of that tangled mess of headphones and trash at the bottom of your tote bag.
4. Filled with caffeine and existential dread.
5. Currently deciding (with professional help) which DSM-5-TR criteria best explains my unique constellation of symptoms.
6. Just ordered ice cream and tissues (and nothing else) on Postmates.
7. Retail therapy-ing so hard I need a basket at Sephora.
8. Very bad actually. Thanks for asking.
9. Like Mercury has been in retrograde for the last 38 months.
10. Just waiting for that spin class to kick in and cure my anxiety.
11. Incredibly unchill.
12. Panicking at the disco and also everywhere else.
13. In desperate need of puppies, cheese, or a six-hour nap. Or all three.
14. Meh.
15. My emotional-support water bottle is all I have right now.
16. One stubbed toe short of giving up.
17. Not great, Bob!
18. They don't have an emoji for me lying on my kitchen floor blankly staring at the ceiling, but…picture that.
19. Kind of feeling like I forgot something ever since I graduated college.
20. One two-factor authentication pop-up away from burning it all down.
21. My anxiety has anxiety.
22. I’m not OK. But I will be.
23. Had a few minor breakdowns today, but really hoping this oat milk latte fixes my entire life.
24. Having a bit of a menty-b.
25. Hanging on by a thread, TBH.
26. Currently scrolling through random Twitter beefs just to feel something.
27. Hard pass. Next question?

Disclaimer: This content page is intended for entertainment purposes only. SAD is not a laughing matter, just look in the mirror - are you laughing? It is not meant to diagnose or treat any medical condition or provide any professional advice. Space gear is not a substitute for proper medical care or mental health support. If you are suffering from SAD or any other form of depression, please consult your doctor or therapist as soon as possible. Seriously, do it. Do it now. Space gear may also be dangerous or illegal to use without proper training or authorization. Please use it at your own risk and responsibility. We are not liable for any damages or injuries caused by using space gear. All the great guys at SHaM, really hope you feel better soon. Thank you for reading!