Summertime Sadness

Summertime is depicted as this bright happy time.

Full of lively colors, sounds, with lots of travel and play in the sunshine.

But, for many, myself included the heat and intense energy of summer can create anxiety and even sadness.

We can carry memories and associations with the seasons that anchor us into repeating or expecting to feel a certain way.

If you experienced lots of stress, loss or upheaval when the weather was a particular way it can create a palpable reminder of that time in your life.

If you’ve ever felt depression or another feeling/emotion at the same time each year they could be related to a past event. 

I see it as our body’s replaying a program that wants to be resolved.

I don’t think we need to suffer through traumatic feelings for the rest of our lives. I believe that when feelings come up, they are wanting to be released.  

According to Traditional Chinese medicine. Early summer is associated with the heart and small intestines organs.

The emotion is joy and laughter is one of the best ways joy expresses itself.

Too much of a good thing can cause issues and too much joy and excitement can contribute to restlessness and anxiety. And if you simply aren’t feeling slap happy that’s perfectly ok too!

Honor whatever you feel so you can establish more safety within yourself.

Regardless of what summer represents to you, take some time to imagine your beautiful heart organ.

You can visualize what it looks like or simply send it some gratitude as well. And while you’re at it, send some love to your small intestines.

It is where 90-95% of nutrient absorption takes place! It certainly doesn’t get the attention like the heart, which is associated with love, emotions and romance.

But the small intestine is an amazing organ that deserves lots of love and appreciation.

Talk to your body kindly, it's always listening.

To bring the beginning point back around. Even though summer is supposed to be this fantastic fun time. It might not be for you.

Or you might want to be more quiet and reflective during the summer months.

There’s no need to follow what everyone else is doing.

Get to know yourself better and do what is right for you without guilt or comparison. 

Wishing you a beautiful Summer with lots of self love and acceptance!