The end of summer brings a sense of nostalgia and FOMO ("Fear of Missing Out") to many people, as the long, carefree days are over, and on social networks friends bombard us with vacation photos. However, we can welcome autumn with open arms and overcome this feeling of missing out with a few simple tips. Here are five effective ways to ease the transition into the colder season.
Summer is saying goodbye, yellow leaves and cold winds herald the arrival of autumn. But while nature prepares to rest, many of us feel a strange emptiness - a feeling that we have missed something. FOMO, or the fear of missing out, is especially strong at the end of summer, when social networks are still buzzing with summer pictures of perfect vacations and parties. But how to overcome this feeling and embrace the beauty of autumn instead of mourning summer? Here are five effective tips to help you ease into the colder days.
1. Create your autumn routine
Summer days are relaxed, but with autumn comes the opportunity for a new, orderly routine. Create a schedule that includes new hobbies, seasonal activities such as apple picking, nature walks or visiting the local market. A new routine will help you transition more easily from a relaxed summer to a more structured fall.
2. Get out of the social media world
Summer is often the time when pictures from dream destinations dominate Instagram or TikTok. That feeling of missing out can intensify when autumn brings fewer picturesque moments. Limiting your time on social media will help you stay focused on the present and reduce the stress associated with FOMO.
3. Include seasonal foods and hot dishes
Fall is a time for warm soups, spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, and fresh local produce like pumpkins and apples. Eating seasonal foods not only supports your health, but also helps you enjoy the season. Try new recipes and treat yourself to autumn culinary delights.
4. Nurture your body and mind
Changing seasons can bring stress. Include daily movement in your routine, be it yoga, a walk in the forest or a short run in nature. Exercise will improve your well-being, help reduce anxiety and prepare you for the colder months.
5. Focus on the positive aspects of autumn
Instead of focusing on what is "missed" with the end of summer, find joy in small autumn pleasures - light scented candles, cuddle up with warm blankets, organize a movie night with friends. Changing your focus from lack to abundance will help you feel joy even in the colder months.
Transitioning into fall can be challenging, but with a few changes and a focus on small joys, you can overcome FOMO and embrace fall as a time of new opportunities.
