I moved to Seattle for a new job. The first year was the hardest of my life, but building a routine helped. After building some new habits, I started thriving in Seattle. Ashi Halani I moved to Seattle for a major job opportunity, and struggled with the weather and loneliness. Over time, I built habits and a community that helped me feel like my best self. I prioritized strength training, volunteering, and spending time outside. Last year, my nervous system felt like it was always in survival mode. I'd just moved to Seattle for work, leaving most of my friends in sunny California. Seattle winters, meanwhile, are known for being rainy and gloomy rather than snowy. The sun would set around 5 p.m., and it wasn't uncommon for me to go months without seeing more than a glimpse of sunshine. I was also dealing with a lot of pain and some big changes.…