How to Cope With Fall Anxiety
“As the most carefree weeks of the year draw to a close, pay close attention to your emotions. They might be telling you something useful. Thankfully, there are steps we can take to handle end-of-summer feelings with grace, and even use them to our benefit.
Don’t suppress your feelings: If you’re feeling down, one of the most helpful things you can do is treat yourself with kindness. Research has found that people who show themselves compassion — for instance, by treating themselves as they would their friends — are less likely to feel anxious in challenging situations and report higher levels of overall well-being.Ask yourself what these negative emotions can do for you: Try to dig into what, exactly, you’re saddest about losing as summer ends, and see if you can make more time for that in the future. Maybe you spent lots of time reading fiction in your downtime this summer, and you are upset that might end — is there anything you can do to incorporate more time into your fall schedule for leisure reading?
When feelings overwhelm, connect to the present: take time to connect to the present in a way you enjoy — perhaps by taking a walk, gardening, talking to a therapist or doing yoga or breathing exercises.”
Read the complete article available at The New York Times
🌿Discussion: With the end of summer coming to a close, many will resume hectic fall schedules. So, it important to keep in mind feelings of loss and anxiety are natural. Delve into your feelings and try to understand yourself better. Connecting to the present can help the upcoming months less intimidating and more pleasant.
🌿Reflection: Do you get fall anxiety? What can you do now that will help you feel like you’re a bit more in control of the situation?
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@innateJoy9602
Love your article, and the timing of it! Totally on point, so nicely written.
Sending strenght and energy.
Lots of love,
🌸Hana🌸
@Livingtohelplive
Glad you enjoyed it!!
Sending love and strength back<3 🌺✨🌿
@innateJoy9602
I totally relate but there's also a sense of fall renewal that people may experience as it marks the new working year for students and additionally some workers. For me personally I started focusing on the things I can do different this upcoming fall and how I can make my working year better than previous!
@sunnyWriting4806
Thats some insightful input!
I hope more people feel that sense of renewal and start! <3 🌺✨🌿
