When darker nights set in, many of us notice the effects. Shorter daylight hours can disrupt our circadian rhythm. Serotonin production drops right along with the temperature. Enter low energy, sleep changes and fatigue.

According to the development team at soundscape app Endel, up to 20 per cent of the global population are affected by either seasonal affective disorder (SAD) or the “winter blues”, with people with ADHD more likely to experience SAD. Here are three features the team created to support users through the seasonal changes.

The Uplift soundscape aids you in restoring balance on dark, cloudy and sedentary days. It reads your exposure to natural light and your movement to give you a Seasonal Energy Score that’s updated every morning. The sound that Endel plays based on your score and individual input might just brighten your day.

Planning your day around your natural circadian rises and peaks can contribute significantly to feeling more awake. The Circadian Guide helps you understand when it’s a good time for focused, deep work and when it’s time to slow down – all based on real-time data, such as your location, the weather or your heart rate.

To help you feel less groggy when you get out of bed in the morning, Endel’s Smart Alarm wakes you gently with soothing chimes at the most appropriate point in your circadian cycle. Once you stop the alarm, you’re presented with a number of soundscapes to jump into to start your day full of energy.