Hi Gen,
Thanks for sharing. This is a really important post, as weather can and will have an effect on your mood and that of others. Overcast days expose you to less sunshine, and sunshine (the vitamin D you get from it) is very important to mood. Just the color of a blue sky is much more enjoyable to experience than the grey, cloudy day you describe.
In that situation, I have typically exercised, watched funny TV and had a good laugh, taken supplements (men's multi or vitamin d - but speak with your doctor first as you don't want to overdo either), gone for a swim or sat in the sauna etc. Also, just acknowledging that bad weather is temporary and can not, does not last is very comforting and puts things in perspective for you. Our minds have a problem - they perceive permanence in things (moods etc.) that are simply not nor will ever be permanent. We need to remind ourselves of this.
On sunny days, catch more sun than you normally would. Consider this "storing" your energy and vitamin D for those overcast days. It will certainly help.
You can also do some homework on Seasonal Affective Disorder ("SAD"). This may or may not be what you are experiencing, but learning about it should help nonetheless.
All the best.
Steve
