NPR on Instagram: "The first official day of winter is almost here. If you're not excited, you're not alone. ⁠ ⁠ Winter tends to get a bad rap. Shorter days, darker skies and plummeting temperatures. It's true that parts of winter can be unpleasant, but psychologist Kari Leibowitz, author of "How to Winter: Harness your Mindset to Thrive on Cold, Dark, or Difficult Days," says that winter can also be a time of reflection, creativity and coziness.⁠ ⁠ She shares tips on embracing winter's unique o