Bright Lights Beckon

Dec 19, 2006 by Naomi.

And to think I’ve been convinced that folks suffer a disease of addiction to buying stuff when they only crave light during the shortest days of the year! Obviously shopping makes people feel better. But is it the shopping or is it the lure of lights? Bodies feel better for having been exposed to the bright lights of the glitzy shopping malls. Not that the artificial lighting has the capacity to trigger the manufacture of vitamin D in the manner of good ol’ Sol but it has a positive affect nonetheless.

When sunlight (UBV) kisses your skin your body reacts by producing the hormone identified as Vitamin D, essential for a healthy body. Vitamin D is required to keep bones and teeth healthy and for cell regeneration. It protects against many forms of cancer. There are foods to supply the vitamin and please consume those.

Our economy is driven by consuming (buying) whether we actually use the items or services. Can’t use them all? Think of someone to give them to! Believe the advertising. Everyone with goods to sell makes us believe that the good feelings come from the spirit of giving. Willingly, for the excuse it gives us, we go forth to buy stuff. Enjoy the glorious experience the season provides with bright lights.

However for peace of mind throughout the coming year, temptation - and mounting debts - will be reduced if credit cards are deliberately left at home.

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