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Beat the Winter Blues with FCS Educator Patrice Powers-Barker

Feb. 9, 2026

Feeling that mid-winter slump? You’re not alone — many people experience the winter blues due to less daylight, colder weather, and spending more time indoors. That’s why I’m excited to share Family and Consumer Sciences Educator Patrice Powers-Barker’s recent interview on Toledo News about “Finishing Winter Well.”

13abc.com/2026/02/03/finishing-winter-well-mindful-practices-combat-winter-blues

In this interview, Patrice shares a refreshing approach to staying grounded, inspired, and emotionally balanced through mindful winter practices. Check out her news story to discover how you can finish these cold winter days strong with mindful intentions. For more wintertime mindfulness tips and activity ideas, visit the Lucas County OSU Extension Office’s website: Wintertime Wellbeing.