The first darker evenings can feel like a signal to slow down, but not always in the gentle way we hope for. One week there is still light after dinner. The next, the sky turns grey before the day feels finished, the sofa becomes magnetic, and even simple plans can feel like a lot. Autumn in Scotland has its own beauty. There are gold leaves, crisp walks, woolly socks, candlelight, and quiet mornings. Still, the shift towards winter can leave many people feeling tired, flat,