How much does the weather affect your mood, honestly?

B Natural answer

Weather affects me, but not in a dramatic way. On bright days, it lifts my mood and makes me more likely to be active. If the week is cold and wet, I usually notice that I feel more sluggish, especially in the morning. It doesn't ruin my day, though. I can still work, meet people, and get things done. I just need a little more effort to stay positive. A coffee, a short walk, or talking to someone usually helps, so my energy dips don't last very long.

Key phrases in this answer

• energy dips — my energy drops for a while“In winter, my energy dips in the afternoon.”
• affect my mood a lot — influence how I feel quite strongly“Rainy weather affects my mood a lot.”
• grey and rainy — cloudy, dull, and wet weather“I feel lazy when it's grey and rainy.”
• lift my mood — make me feel better or happier“A sunny morning really lifts my mood.”
• feel sluggish — feel slow, tired, and less energetic“On cloudy days I feel more sluggish.”
• a real lift in my energy — a noticeable increase in energy“Sunny weather gives me a real lift in my energy.”