Seasonal Stacking Red Light Therapy for Energy, Recovery & Calm
As the days get shorter and darker, it’s natural to feel your energy dip. Winter can be a season where motivation wanes, moods flatten, and our bodies crave extra support. That’s where red light therapy comes in – not just as a skin-health hack, but a powerful tool for energy, recovery, and emotional balance.
We’ve been passionate about red light for a while now – Celler8 has been with us as long-time wellness partners (Andy their CEO also presented at New Energies in May).
‘’It’s a go-to for me: whenever sunlight hours shorten or I feel my mood drop, I head straight for my red light routine – it resets everything’’ – Lauren, Founder of Bright Souls.
🌿 What the Science Says
- Mitochondrial support & cellular energy: Red and near-infrared light has been shown to stimulate cytochrome C oxidase in the mitochondria, boosting cellular energy production, improving repair processes, and reducing inflammation. PMC+2PMC+2
- Glucose regulation: A recent study found 670 nm red light reduced post-meal glucose spikes and helped insulin response in healthy individuals, which suggests metabolic benefits beyond just mood or skin. News-Medical
- Mood & Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Light therapy more broadly (particularly bright light) has robust evidence for lifting seasonal mood dips and reducing symptoms in SAD. Mayo Clinic+2PMC+2
- Photobiomodulation mechanisms: Many studies show that red/near-IR light (used correctly: ideal wavelengths, doses, and duration) can support healing, inflammation control, and energy (including proof in lab and small human trials). PMC+2PMC+2
💡 Habit-Stacking: Go Beyond Red Light
Stack it with aligned practices if you…
- Red light + PEMF → Use your Celler8 while lying/ sitting on a PEMF mat. Together, they boost circulation, reduce inflammation, and enhance energy flow.
- Breathwork under the light → A 5-10 minute breathing session (try slow exhales, box breathing, or holds) while the red light is on feels deeply grounding and helps calm the nervous system.
- Routine + consistency → Even starting small: just 10 minutes, 3-4x per week, can make a real difference.
🔸 Seasonal Ritual: Make It Yours
One of the most powerful ways to benefit from red light is to anchor it into a ritual. As the sun becomes more elusive, we suggest an ideal morning habit stack:
- Close the blinds, dim other lights (post of lightbulb coming soon), turn on the red light for 10 mins
- Do breathwork while under the glow
- Then brew a mindful, adaptogenic coffee to sit with afterwards
These small steps become a marker of care and reset.
✨ Perks for the Bright Souls Community
Because we believe in tools we use ourselves:
- Celler8 → trusted partner in red light therapies: enjoy 5% off for our community link HERE
- London Nootropics → our favourite functional coffee: 10% off with code BRIGHTSOULS — perfectly paired with morning light rituals
- Healf x25 Experience → thrilled for their first event; our community can get 30% off tickets using code HX30
☕ Spotlight: London Nootropics Coffee
Pair your red light routine with an adaptogenic coffee from London Nootropics. Their blends (lion’s mane, cordyceps, ashwagandha) help you feel focused, calm, and ready for the day.
Use our code BRIGHTSOULS or this LINK for 10% off!
🌿 Spotlight: Healf x25 Experience
Healf has long been a brand I admire, for their thoughtful product range. The upcoming Healf x25 event is more than a show – it’s an experience. Expect workshops, wellness tools, curated moments. Love that we’re able to offer a 30% off code for Bright Souls community.
USE THIS LINK & THE CODE HX30 FOR 30% OFF
📲 Want More?
Check out our recent Sound Bath Guide too, if you’re looking for an extra frequency lift – perfect paired with red light + breathwork for deeper reset and restful evenings.
And don’t forget to join our Bright Souls WhatsApp Broadcast Channel so you hear first about events, new rituals, and special community offers like these.
